The best family-friendly activities in South Island for parents and kids (Updated October 2026)

Journey from Wanaka to Queenstown, soaking in the stunning views of the Southern Alps and Cardrona Valley. This small group tour is fully guided and...
$80

Cruise from Picton Harbour to Motuara Island and beyond to see rare native birds and other wildlife on this 4.5-hour boat excursion. Spend time exploring...
$69

Tekapo to Mt Cook, via Lake Pukaki (one way). This small group, fully-guided transport combines two of the most stunning locations in the South Island....
$80

Mt Cook to Tekapo Small Group Tour Via Lake Pukaki (one way). This small group, fully-guided transfer means you can travel in style while seeing...
$80

A shore excursion highlighting the magnificent scenery of the Banks Peninsula and its twin harbours of Lyttelton & Akaroa. From Lyttelton travel through the harbours...
$166

Most people fly from Queenstown to Christchurch. In an hour, they miss everything in between. This full-day small-group tour covers the same distance on the...
$210

Lifting off from our base at the Manapouri Te Anau Airport, you will immediately enjoy stunning views over Lake Manapouri, before you travel west towards...
$656

Discover the award-winning wines of the Marlborough region on your wine and gourmet picnic from Picton or Blenheim for up to eight people. The itinerary...
$157

A unique opportunity to experience the very best Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula has to offer. This shore excursion combines sightseeing of Dunedin City and...
$115

Dunedins most popular 1 hour tour which departs from the cruise ship shuttle area on cruise days. We take you for a locals view of...
$23

Climb out from Milford and up past Harrison's Cove, see the Pembroke Glacier, alpine lakes and sheer cliffs dwarf the surrounding rivers before approaching the...
$341

Lupin Flowers Tour Lake Tekapo
Lupin Flower Tour Through The Mackenzie's Stunning Landscapes. Journey with us through remote High Country Stations, which are private farms surrounded by rugged mountain ranges...
$241

Admire New Zealand’s natural beauty from the air on this 25-minute scenic helicopter flight over Fiordland from Te Anau. Soar high over Fiordland with a...
$226

This scenic flight visits both Patea Doubtful Sound and Tamatea Dusky Sound. Two of Fourteen beautiful fiords within the Fiordland National Park. Doubtful Sound is...
$887

ENJOY SHORT WALKS IN THE SUMMER? Take the time out to try your hand at Snowshoeing, among the snow and ice, and see for yourself...
$132

This immersive three-day journey combines one of the world's greatest scenic rail routes with the raw beauty of New Zealand's West Coast. Travelers glide through...
$962

Experience the true beauty of Kaikoura and mountain top experience without the 4 hour hike. On a clear day the view stretches from the North...
$241

Departing from our centrally located beachfront pads, skirting the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, before climbing over 8000 feet into the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges where you get...
$487

Discover the spectacular scenery of Christchurch and Lyttelton on this nature-focused, small-group half-day tour. Your journey begins at the historic stone building, Sign of the...
$183

Join us for a thrilling and relaxing tour all in one day. We depart from Central Christchurch and make our way to the Rakaia Gorge...
$228

Embark on an unforgettable journey from Christchurch to Kaikōura, renowned as New Zealand's premier marine wildlife haven. This tour offers a unique blend of breathtaking...
$172

