NEW ZEALAND · SOUTHLAND TOURS
Distances here run longer than the map suggests, so a day out has to be worth the petrol. Below: 13 southland tours, what each costs and how long it takes door to door.
Search for wild tokoeka on a torchlit Stewart Island walk, with sunset wildlife, a scenic cruise, hot drinks, and expert guides.
“We loved our Kiwi Experience. The guides were friendly and very informative. We were impressed with their te reo maori content and kaupapa.”
Cruise Paterson Inlet, walk Ulva Island with a nature guide, and seek rare birds, seals, penguins, and native plants on Stewart Island.
“Very enjoyable and information cruise and guided walk around Ulva Island.”
See Oban, Stewart Island bays, Lee Bay, and Paterson Inlet on a 90-minute minibus tour with a local guide for $35.
“Great host and very informative, Would recommend people to take the time and do it,”
Review of Milford Sound’s self-guided Milford Track walk to Giant Gate Falls, including boat transport, scenery, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Self guided. Our boat guide was awesome, kind, helpful with information, a great driver and treated people as individuals with great respect!”
Fly from Queenstown to Milford Sound, cruise beneath waterfalls, and spot wildlife on this scenic four-hour adventure.
“It was fantastic worth every dollar, highly recommend. Pilot and captain were down to earth and informative”
Review of a Milford Sound day trip from Queenstown with Milford Road stops, a two-hour cruise, live commentary, and a scenic flight home.
“We had an enjoyable time. The drive to milford sound was beautiful though long. Our guide/ driver James was knowledgeable. Although the original provider Scenic Flight cancelled our return flight back, James was able to make alternative arrangements with another flight company. The flight back to Queenstown was truly breathtaking. An unforgettable experience.”
Review of the Milford Sound Premium Day Tour from Te Anau, with coach comfort, scenic stops, wildlife, waterfalls, pricing, and practical tips.
“100% efficient, excellent local tour guides with amazing insights. The food was also surprisingly very good as well.”
Explore Stewart Island’s remote Oneke on a guided coastal and forest walk with a catamaran cruise, Māori stories, wildlife, and local history.
“India and Harry were very knowledgeable with all aspects of our tour. I was quite impressed they spoke the language of the Māori and knew customs even though they were not of Māori heritage.”
Review of the Queenstown to Milford Sound small-group tour, with scenic stops, a two-hour cruise, guide tips, value, and practical advice.
“Well organised trip, our guide Alaina was incredible, so lovely and very knowledgeable. We loved our trip to Milford Sound!”
Walk the first 5km of New Zealand’s Milford Track, cross a swing bridge, and cruise Lake Te Anau for an easy, scenic day out.
“Great trip. Lovely boat ride & easy walk along the river which was so peaceful. Walking across the swing bridge is fun & has great views. Getting to the hut & experiencing it briefly with the 4 day hikers was good.”
Explore the Catlins from Dunedin to Te Anau with Nugget Point, Curio Bay, Purakaunui Falls, and a local guide for $173.
“Great tour with a lot of beautiful views and stops. Jason was an amazing driver/guide with so much passion for his job.”
Fly above Milford Sound, Tutoko Glacier, and Sutherland Falls with two alpine landings, pilot commentary, and huge Fiordland views.
Explore 350 vehicles, 150 petrol bowsers, hands-on exhibits, themed toilets, and family-friendly fun at Invercargill’s Bill Richardson Transport World.
“Thoroughly enjoyable experience at the museum, something for the ladies and children too. Covers everything, cars Lorries tractors plus much more. My only disappointment was that I was hoping to see the trailers both semi’s and drags as we call them in the UK attached to the towing vehicles. NZ is famous for its big rigs and to see all the tractor units lined up without any trailers was a little disappointing and a lost opportunity I feel. Perhaps it’s time to scour the country to save some before it’s too late ? Preferably in original condition too as they are more interesting. I am a haulier from the UK…”
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