Things to do on Good Friday in South Island (Updated 2026)

South Island, New Zealand
Mt. Hay Farm Experience Genuine Country Farming(Carbon Positive)

Discover the Mt. Hay Farm Experience, where New Zealand’s high-country farming heritage comes alive! Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Lake Tekapo, this authentic farm …More

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Discover the Mt. Hay Farm Experience, where New Zealand’s high-country farming heritage comes alive! Nestled in the breathtaking landscape of Lake Tekapo, this authentic farm...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$56
45Min Classic VR (max 3 games)

This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of …More

This is a cutting edge experience that everyone can enjoy. Not just Gamers. No experience required, take a leap and see what the future of...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$37
West Coast Full Day Tour

This tour offers the best of the central West Coast including the most seen hot spots and all in a day! Perfect if you have …More

This tour offers the best of the central West Coast including the most seen hot spots and all in a day! Perfect if you have...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$210
Three Day Classic Kayaking in New Zealand

If you’re looking for the iconic kiwi adventure, then look no further than a classic, spend three days kayaking the coastline from beautiful Totaranui/Awaroa in …More

If you’re looking for the iconic kiwi adventure, then look no further than a classic, spend three days kayaking the coastline from beautiful Totaranui/Awaroa in...

3 days Free Cancellation
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$784
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City and Giants House Tour

A unique shore excursion from Akaroa which combines a tour of the Banks Peninsula and Christchurch with a guided tour of the famous Giant's House. …More

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A unique shore excursion from Akaroa which combines a tour of the Banks Peninsula and Christchurch with a guided tour of the famous Giant's House....

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$116
Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to …More

This will be one of the best if not THE best experiences you will have during your NZ vacation! There is no better way to...

5 hours 30 minutes
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$176
Private Dunedin & Otago Peninsula Tours Up to 4 people

We are local Dunedin Tour operators with 10 years of business experience focus on the customized Private Tours around Dunedin area and beyond. We offer …More

We are local Dunedin Tour operators with 10 years of business experience focus on the customized Private Tours around Dunedin area and beyond. We offer...

7 hours Free Cancellation
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$511
Lake Wānaka Small-Group Trout & Salmon Fishing – 6 Hours

Our six-hour shared charter gives you the time to experience more of Lake Wānaka, not simply spend longer fishing. With a maximum of six guests, …More

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Our six-hour shared charter gives you the time to experience more of Lake Wānaka, not simply spend longer fishing. With a maximum of six guests,...

6 hours Free Cancellation
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$440
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna,...

13 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$196
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Embark on an unforgettable journey to Kaikoura, renowned for its world-class whale-watching tours, particularly the unique opportunity to observe sperm whales. …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! Embark on an unforgettable journey to Kaikoura, renowned for its world-class whale-watching tours, particularly the unique opportunity to observe sperm whales....

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$170
Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed …More

Totally Personalized Private Experience! A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$182
Milford Sound Small Group Tour and Cruise from Queenstown Max 8

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound …More

Experience Milford Sound in a more comfortable and personal way on this premium small-group day tour from Queenstown. This is not a standard Milford Sound...

12 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered
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$463
Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

Share a landscape full of stories. No experience required. Your guide supplies all the gear and information you need. …More

Share a landscape full of stories. No experience required. Your guide supplies all the gear and information you need....

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$60
From Wanaka Bike the Lake Dunstan Trail with Shuttle Return

A fully hosted day where your Guest Experience Manager (who you will have a direct phone number for) will ensure you are set up to …More

A fully hosted day where your Guest Experience Manager (who you will have a direct phone number for) will ensure you are set up to...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$114
1-Hour Jet Boat Adventure Queenstown with Music

xperience Queenstown differently with Thunder Jet – the only Queenstown jet boat with music on board, combining high-speed adventure with our very own soundtrack, 360° …More

xperience Queenstown differently with Thunder Jet – the only Queenstown jet boat with music on board, combining high-speed adventure with our very own soundtrack, 360°...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$90
Dunedin to Queenstown 1-Way Day Tour with Taieri Gorge Railway

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky …More

This isn’t just a journey, it’s a story unfolding across gold rush trails, highland outposts, and cinematic landscapes. Travelling from Dunedin to Queenstown with Cheeky...

9 hours Free Cancellation
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$170
Dunedin to Invercargill via the Catlins 1 Way Small Group Tour

Explore New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a scenic one-way tour from Dunedin to Invercargill, traversing the breathtaking Catlins. This full-day adventure features stunning landscapes, …More

Explore New Zealand’s wild southern coast on a scenic one-way tour from Dunedin to Invercargill, traversing the breathtaking Catlins. This full-day adventure features stunning landscapes,...

9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$142
Private Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with optional Gourmet Lunch

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little …More

A 40-minute scenic drive from Christchurch in your private and exclusive chauffeur-driven vehicle will take you to Waipara Valley in North Canterbury, the coolest little...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$369
Mt Cook to Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour (one-way)

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 …More

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...

1 hour 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$45
Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have …More

Waipara Springs is a unique and iconic family owned and operated award winning boutique winery and cafe. With 29 years' experience in hospitality, we have...

1 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$125
Private Guided Marlborough Wine Tour From Picton NZ

Join one of our experienced wine tour guides for a day out in the Marlborough region. You can choose to visit all wineries or you …More

Join one of our experienced wine tour guides for a day out in the Marlborough region. You can choose to visit all wineries or you...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation
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$966
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