Top things to do in South Island in Summer (Updated October 2026)

Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight
Discover Kaikōura’s world renowned sperm whales & marine life with an unforgettable Whale Watching Flight. From above, you’ll have the ultimate vantage point to admire...
$126

Indulge in a truly exclusive Kaikōura helicopter tour that combines breathtaking aerial views with a premium gin tasting experience. Relax and enjoy a scenic flight...
$126

Kayak & Walk
Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great walk coastal track between Observation and Marahau....
$149

Discover Kaikōura’s world renowned sperm whales & marine life with an unforgettable Whale Watching Flight. From above, you’ll have the ultimate vantage point to admire...
$169

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides...
$169

Tour participants see the full grandeur of the Queen Charlotte, Kenepuru and Pelorus Sounds in one experience that can only be done by air. And...
$171

Explore from Marahau to Anchorage in a day - walk, kayak and water taxi.On this trip covering the Astrolabe coastline you have a professional guide...
$175

From Marahau to Totaranui and return – it’s an adventure! Spend three days in the stunning Abel Tasman. The first two days see you kayaking...
$183

20 minute Queenstown Scenic Flight
View the spectacular sights of Queenstown and the Wakatipu basin from above, aboard this 20 minute scenic flight....
$184

Immerse yourself in an authentic New Zealand adventure as you journey deep into the heart of world-renowned Mt Aspiring National Park, a truly unique and...
$188

We're the only jet boat company that takes you to the very base of Mount Aspiring and its surrounding glaciers, deep into the Matukituki wilderness...
$206

Heli Glenorchy’s Snow Landing is a short and scenic flight into the mountains, with a stunning landing in the snow. Perfect for photos, snow play,...
$206

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour
So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can...
$206

Franz Josef Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Franz Josef Heliport to the top of the Franz Josef icefall and land...
$211

Fox Glacier including snow landing (allow 20 minutes) Fly from our Fox glacier town Heliport to the top of the Fox Glacier icefall and land...
$211

Nestled at the heart of New Zealand’s Southern Alps (Kā Tiritiri o te Moana), Arthur’s Pass is steeped in history. Home of the world’s only...
$214

**For Guaranteed snow landings all year round, please book our Mt Cook: Ski Plane & Helicopter Glacier flight** Experience Mount Cook National Park from the...
$217

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

From sea level rising to the heart of the magnificent Southern Alps, this 25-minute helicopter flight explores the awe-inspiring ice falls of the Franz Josef...
$232

This short scenic flight option is ideal if you're looking for the opportunity to experience the thrill of a helicopter flight with incredible alpine views....
$232

The perfect opportunity to get up close to the glacier and touch snow. You'll be captivated as you lift off and fly up and over...
$232

