Easter in South Island (Updated 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
Queenstown: Afternoon Wine & Beer Tour 12 Tastings & Platters

Discover Queenstown’s wine and craft beer scene on the Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour — with 12+ tastings and a generous charcuterie platter included. …More

Discover Queenstown’s wine and craft beer scene on the Twilight Wine & Craft Beer Tour — with 12+ tastings and a generous charcuterie platter included....

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (377)
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$149
Stargazing Experience at Cowan's Private Observatory

The ultimate stargazing experience. Enjoy maximum time under the stars whilst enhancing your knowledge of the Southern skies at our private observatory. Designed specifically with …More

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The ultimate stargazing experience. Enjoy maximum time under the stars whilst enhancing your knowledge of the Southern skies at our private observatory. Designed specifically with...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (69)
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$81
Taieri Gorge Scenic Railway Journey from Dunedin

Journey deep into the Taieri Gorge on a 5-hour heritage rail experience from Dunedin. Cross spectacular viaducts, hand-carved tunnels, and step onto the Deep Stream …More

Journey deep into the Taieri Gorge on a 5-hour heritage rail experience from Dunedin. Cross spectacular viaducts, hand-carved tunnels, and step onto the Deep Stream...

5 hours
4.6 (957)
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$97
Kiwi Park Queenstown Admission

Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species. …More

Explore our 5-acre oasis at Kiwi Park. A family-owned and operated wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving our endangered wildlife species....

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (343)
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$39
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket

Visit New Zealand’s only Castle, situated on the dramatic Otago Peninsula and only a 20-minute drive from central Dunedin. Learn about the colonial history and …More

Visit New Zealand’s only Castle, situated on the dramatic Otago Peninsula and only a 20-minute drive from central Dunedin. Learn about the colonial history and...

2 to 4 hours
4.5 (318)
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$29
Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise

Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional two-mast sailing …More

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Experience the natural beauty of Doubtful Sound on an overnight cruise departing from Manapouri on New Zealand’s South Island. Cruise on a traditional two-mast sailing...

2 days
4.8 (274)
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$459
1-Hour Ruby Island Cruise and Walk

This is the most popular cruise when time is limited, the Ruby Island Cruise is a great way to explore the outstanding scenery of Lake …More

This is the most popular cruise when time is limited, the Ruby Island Cruise is a great way to explore the outstanding scenery of Lake...

1 hour Free Cancellation
4.7 (39)
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$32
Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go …More

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go...

3 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (404)
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$72
Coronet Peak Snow Touch Experience from Queenstown

Get ready for a fun-filled snow adventure at Coronet Peak, just a short ride from Queenstown! Easy Departure – Meet your shuttle at Marmolada Cafe, …More

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Get ready for a fun-filled snow adventure at Coronet Peak, just a short ride from Queenstown! Easy Departure – Meet your shuttle at Marmolada Cafe,...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$11
Queenstown Underwater Observatory

Queenstown’s only underwater wildlife experience offers a memorable adventure for the whole family. Descend beneath the surface of Lake Wakatipu and discover a unique attraction …More

Queenstown’s only underwater wildlife experience offers a memorable adventure for the whole family. Descend beneath the surface of Lake Wakatipu and discover a unique attraction...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (86)
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$11
Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those …More

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The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (38)
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$72
Queenstown 30-Minute Kawarau River Jet Boat Ride with music

Thunder Jet is the only jet boat provider who play music on their trips - your own personalised soundtrack! Also the only 30-minute jet boat …More

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Thunder Jet is the only jet boat provider who play music on their trips - your own personalised soundtrack! Also the only 30-minute jet boat...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$68
Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch

Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Akaroa through the spectacular scenery surrounding Banks Peninsula, formed following violent eruptions of two ancient volcanoes.  The Akaroa crater nurses …More

Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Akaroa through the spectacular scenery surrounding Banks Peninsula, formed following violent eruptions of two ancient volcanoes.  The Akaroa crater nurses...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered
4.7 (300)
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$167
Jet Sprint Boating, Ultimate Off-Roading & Clay Target Shooting

Our custom-built 4-wheel-drive, 4-wheel-steer off-roaders are one-of-a-kind, all-terrain vehicles that will go anywhere. Our off-roader ride is one of Queenstown’s most unique adventure experiences and …More

Our custom-built 4-wheel-drive, 4-wheel-steer off-roaders are one-of-a-kind, all-terrain vehicles that will go anywhere. Our off-roader ride is one of Queenstown’s most unique adventure experiences and...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (25)
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$235
COMBO Admission: Puzzling World, Wanaka

Enjoy this iconic, unique attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience.  Encouraging …More

Enjoy this iconic, unique attraction that since 1973 has fascinated people of all ages keen to engage in a fun, challenging and sensory experience.  Encouraging...

60 to 90 minutes Free Cancellation
4.4 (92)
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$19
Clay Target Shooting in Queenstown

Join us at the Oxbow Gun Club, where you and your mates can enjoy a spot of healthy competition shooting clay targets out of the …More

Join us at the Oxbow Gun Club, where you and your mates can enjoy a spot of healthy competition shooting clay targets out of the...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (23)
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$85
Stevensons Island Cruise and Nature Walk

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy …More

Enjoy a 2 hour small group cruise and nature walk to Stevensons island. Once aboard the luxury catamaran, guests will relax in comfort and enjoy...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (65)
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$51
Queenstown Segway Tour

See the highlights of Queenstown on a Segway tour, the perfect introduction to New Zealand’s capital of outdoor adventure. Begin with a short lesson on …More

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See the highlights of Queenstown on a Segway tour, the perfect introduction to New Zealand’s capital of outdoor adventure. Begin with a short lesson on...

2 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (1,289)
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$57
Award Winning Milford Sound Full Day Tour & Cruise from Te Anau

Discover the spectacular beauty of Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park on an extended 9-hour small-group tour from Te Anau, limited to 16 guests. Travel …More

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Discover the spectacular beauty of Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park on an extended 9-hour small-group tour from Te Anau, limited to 16 guests. Travel...

9 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (1,299)
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$180
Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike

Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles …More

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Discover the best of New Zealand’s natural beauty on this small-group 2 hour 30 minute Franz Josef Glacier Heli-Hike. Travel by helicopter to the Pinnacles...

4 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (589)
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$527
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea kayak guide through's pristine marine reserve and harbour. …More

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea kayak guide through's pristine marine reserve and harbour....

3 hours
4.9 (121)
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$89
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