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

South Island, New Zealand
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which …More

Kaikōura, whose name translates to ‘eat crayfish’ in English, is a small coastal town often overlooked by tourists. Caught between the Kaikōura Ranges - which...

8 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$221
New Zealand: Experience it ALL in 9 Days, 1st Class Custom Tours

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not …More

You absolutely will not find another tour out there as packed with activities and attractions as this one, provided by CharlieTheTraveler. You will also not...

9 days
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$6,638
Private Wine Gourmet and Scenic Delights Tour from Picton

Enjoy stunning scenic views of the Marlborough wine region and taste the sensational wines and seriously delicious gourmet treats and cuisine with your experienced local …More

Enjoy stunning scenic views of the Marlborough wine region and taste the sensational wines and seriously delicious gourmet treats and cuisine with your experienced local...

6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$565
Christchurch to Mt Cook via Tekapo (1 way) (Small Group)

At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. As a sacred ancestor for local Ngā Tahu iwi, Aoraki is more than just …More

At 3724 metres, Aoraki Mt Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak. As a sacred ancestor for local Ngā Tahu iwi, Aoraki is more than just...

8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$128
Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour Cruise Ship days Only

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 …More

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...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$23
Riverside Electric Bike Tour

A stunning guided ride along the banks of one of NZ’s most beautiful and powerful rivers. Varied riding, beautiful vistas and plenty of photo opportunities …More

A stunning guided ride along the banks of one of NZ’s most beautiful and powerful rivers. Varied riding, beautiful vistas and plenty of photo opportunities...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$182
Anchorage Walk and Sail

Start your day with a 3.5 - 4 hour freedom walk along the Abel Tasman Coastal Track through native forest to Anchorage Bay. At 1.15 …More

Start your day with a 3.5 - 4 hour freedom walk along the Abel Tasman Coastal Track through native forest to Anchorage Bay. At 1.15...

8 hours Free Cancellation
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$86
Dunedin Private Tour: City Sights & Otago Peninsula

We are Dunedin specialists in high end tour guiding private tours with years in the industry. We pride ourselves on immaculate vehicles, great guides and …More

We are Dunedin specialists in high end tour guiding private tours with years in the industry. We pride ourselves on immaculate vehicles, great guides and...

3 to 6 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,022
Electric Bike Rental

Locally owned and operated business, comfortable step-through bikes designed for our amazing city cycle network, explore our amazing peninsular powered by our electric! Collect bikes …More

Locally owned and operated business, comfortable step-through bikes designed for our amazing city cycle network, explore our amazing peninsular powered by our electric! Collect bikes...

1 day
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$56
Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour

Our Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour is not so much about swirling, sniffing and chatting about gooseberries, oak and tannins. It’s more an opportunity to …More

Our Queenstown More Than A Wine Tour is not so much about swirling, sniffing and chatting about gooseberries, oak and tannins. It’s more an opportunity to...

6 to 9 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$795
Milford Sound Grand Tour Helicopter Scenic Flight Departing from Milford Sound

Combine all that Milford Sound is famous for into one flight! Explore Mitre Peak, the Sutherland Falls, and Tutuko Glacier. A minimum of four passengers …More

Combine all that Milford Sound is famous for into one flight! Explore Mitre Peak, the Sutherland Falls, and Tutuko Glacier. A minimum of four passengers...

45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$508
Private 8hr Akaroa Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Cruise

This private tour, starting and finishing in Christchurch, is a genuinely scenic experience. Visit some of the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours. …More

This private tour, starting and finishing in Christchurch, is a genuinely scenic experience. Visit some of the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours....

7 to 8 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$248
Full-Day Freedom Kayak Rental in New Zealand

Explore the 12 golden beaches of the Astrolabe area. Experience a day kayaking unguided in the Abel Tasman National Park. You can kayak out and …More

Explore the 12 golden beaches of the Astrolabe area. Experience a day kayaking unguided in the Abel Tasman National Park. You can kayak out and...

1 day Free Cancellation
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$71
Private Couples Photo Shoot in Queenstown

* Tailored to your story - Whether it’s a surprise proposal, an anniversary or just because, the itinerary and shooting style are customized to suit …More

* Tailored to your story - Whether it’s a surprise proposal, an anniversary or just because, the itinerary and shooting style are customized to suit...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$670
Cruise Abel Tasman to Golden Bay

Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for …More

Explore the Best of Abel Tasman National Park and Golden Bay in One Day! Your friendly guide will pick you up from your accommodation for...

9 hours 45 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$312
Discover Doubtful Sound // Helicopter Scenic Flight from Te Anau

Discover the beauty of the second largest Fiord in the Fiordland National Park. Being 10 times larger than Milford Sound there is plenty to view …More

Discover the beauty of the second largest Fiord in the Fiordland National Park. Being 10 times larger than Milford Sound there is plenty to view...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$616
Private Full Day Mavora Lakes Lord of the Rings Film Locations

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown, this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into the Southland region, home to some …More

Embark on a Legendary Lord of the Rings Journey from Queenstown, this exclusive LOTR tour takes you deep into the Southland region, home to some...

7 to 10 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$1,306
Private Christchurch City Highlight Half Day Tour

This will be Private tour just for you and your group. There will be no disturb, no noise. You can enjoy the tour with your …More

This will be Private tour just for you and your group. There will be no disturb, no noise. You can enjoy the tour with your...

4 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
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$162
Kidz Club Queenstown

Treat your kids to an action-packed day at the Kidz Club while you head off to enjoy Queenstown at your own pace. Whether you are …More

Treat your kids to an action-packed day at the Kidz Club while you head off to enjoy Queenstown at your own pace. Whether you are...

1 to 10 hours Free Cancellation
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$48
Totally Local Wildscene Private Shore Excursion With 8 travelers

If you want easy access to Dunedin's most popular attractions or some various unknown locals only attractions. I own this business and take great pleasure …More

If you want easy access to Dunedin's most popular attractions or some various unknown locals only attractions. I own this business and take great pleasure...

4 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
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$99
Wanaka High Country Walk

This is the Wānaka most locals have never seen. We take you well off the beaten track exploring private backroads high into the mountains of …More

This is the Wānaka most locals have never seen. We take you well off the beaten track exploring private backroads high into the mountains of...

6 to 7 hours Free Cancellation
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$281
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