New Zealand South Island Hiking & Trekking Tours
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10 best New Zealand South Island hikes
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MelissaNew Zealand South Island travel expert at TourRadar
Queenstown Southern Loop
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The van had a broken seat belt attachment with a sharp edge which ruined a down jacket I had bought for the trip.”
Susan, traveled in October 2023
- Cruise through the stunning Milford Sound
- Explore the wilderness of the Catlins coast
- Spot wildlife on rugged Stewart Island
Duration 6 days Destinations Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Stewart Island Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From
- US$2,505
11 Day 'Takahe' South Island Select Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“The tour was well-organized, with comfortable hotels, and a great group of like-minded tourists.”
Tammy, traveled in November 2024
- Explore Abel Tasman National Park
- Hike to Franz Josef Glacier
- Cruise through Milford Sound
Duration 11 days Destinations Picton, Marahau, Hokitika, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford Sound, Mount Cook, Christchurch Age Range 18 to 65 year olds Operated in English Operator Stray Travel From $2,413
12% Off- US$2,132You save $281
- Walk the West Coast Tree Top Walk
- Helicopter view of Fox Glacier
- Cruise on the stunning Lake Wānaka
Duration 9 days Destinations Christchurch, Hokitika, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown, Arrowtown, Ohau, Twizel, Mount Cook Age Range up to 35 year olds Operated in English Operator Contiki From $1,905
20% Off- US$1,524You save $381
- Stunning Diversity
- Great Walks of New Zealand
- 3 National Parks
Duration 10 days Destinations Christchurch, Punakaiki, Paparoa National Park Age Range up to 80 year olds Operated in English Operator Wildland Trekking From
20% Off- US$5,600
- Discover the adventure capital of New Zealand
- Indulge in some of Queenstown’s iconic activities
- Take in 180’ views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu & the surrounding mountains
Duration 8 days Destinations Queenstown, Te Anau Age Range 10 to 70 year olds Operated in English Operator Discover New Zealand From
20% Off- US$4,641
Trails of New Zealand
17 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“A brilliant mix of sight seeing, culture and adrenaline rush!”
Diane, traveled in March 2012
- Cruise to Rangitoto Island from Auckland
- Explore Rotorua's vibrant geothermal sites
- Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Duration 18 days Destinations Auckland, Rangitoto Island, Rotorua, Tongariro National Park, Wellington, Picton, Nelson, Motueka, Marahau, Abel Tasman National ParkSee all destinations Age Range 18 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Exodus Adventure Travels From
20% Off- US$13,350
- Explore Fiordland with a local guide
- Experience a heli-hike on the Kepler Track
- Walk to Giant Gate Waterfall on Milford Track
Duration 5 days Destinations Te Anau, Fiordland National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Thrifty Tours From
20% Off- US$1,447
- Explore Fiordland National Park
- Cycle to Queens Reach Boat Ramp
- Hike the famous Milford Track
Duration 4 days Destinations Queenstown, Te Anau Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operated in English Operator Intrepid Travel From
20% Off- US$1,885
Duration 22 days Destinations Christchurch, Lake Tekapo, Dunedin, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Queenstown, Fox Glacier, Punakaiki, Nelson, Abel Tasman National ParkSee all destinations Operated in Only: German Operator Gebeco From
20% Off- US$7,500
New Zealand Biking Adventure
33 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The landscape, the food, the itinerary and all the active adventure made our two weeks non-stop enjoyment.”
Cynthia, traveled in March 2019
- Be one with nature on a hike of Mount Cook National Park
- Cruise on the tranquil waters of mystical Milford Sound
- Bike the Central Otago Rail Trail and the Alps 2 Ocean Trail
No departure dates availableDuration 14 days Destinations Christchurch, Paparoa National Park, Franz Josef, Fox Glacier, Wanaka, Queenstown, Te Anau, Milford Sound, Ranfurly, OhauSee all destinations Age Range 16 to 90 year olds Operated in English Operator Active Adventures