Top of South Island
Summit of the South IslandEnjoy the breathtaking landscape on feet, by bicycle, sea or canoe and enjoy a refreshing dip in this inviting area. You can take a rest in the lovely city of Murchison from Nelson. On to Hanmer Spring, a place of recreation and recreation. Enjoy the warm water sources or enjoy some of the great outdoors, including woodland walking, hiking, mountain cycling, equestrian hiking and lake fishing before you return to Christchurch, just 2hrs.
Drive south from Hanmer Springs back to the pulsating town of Christchurch.
11 Must do experience on the South Island
Have a look at some of these #NZMustDo's on the South Island. From near the sea, it is our best place to experience the South Island during the whole year. Here you can try to see caca, albatros, pinguins, weka and even ciwis. There are over 240 km of hiking trails to choose from touring at your own speed and exploring the island's beauty.
Fiordland National Parks is a UNESCO Heritage Site with the magnificent Milfordand Doubtful Sounds, which you can enjoy by ferry, plane or on horseback. Have your cameras ready - there's a magical place around every corner in this part of the game! You can reach the garden via the scenic city of Te Anau.
It is home to lonely bays, historical places, sea reservations and valuable island reservations that promote kiwis and other indigenous varieties. Canoe through the sounds and observe the fauna along the way. From Ship Cove you can enjoy the views from Queen Charlotte Track on foot or by bike.
Enjoy the thrill of Christchurch's creativity before embarking on an exciting South Island trip. From ascending hills to tranquil plains, crevasses and blue lagoons, discovering the wildlife of Mount Aspiring National Park is an adventure you won't forget. You sometimes see pictures of a touristy place and think, yes, it can't look as good as in reality.
Vibrant blue aquatic life encircled by luxuriant indigenous shrubs looks too good to be real, but believe us, it's definitely a worthwhile vist. Abel Tasman National Park's protected coves are ideal for yachting or canoeing, with plenty of opportunities to see the seal and dolphin that frequently inhabit these coastlines.
For those who would rather travel by road, the reserve is an ideal place for hiking. Trek the Abel Tasman Coastal Track and along the coast line through indigenous scrub, past calcareous rocks and along gilded sands. Look at the South Island through the gaze of other travelers.