Things to do in Southland

Activities, attractions and tours

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A tranquil lake reflecting two prominent mountains with a clear sky.
A river flowing through a mountainous landscape with a clear blue sky.
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Things to do

The Milford Adventurer

Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience

HK$841
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience
Landscape view of a boat touring the Milford Sound

Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown

HK$1,687
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Milford Sound Full-Day Experience with Nature Cruise & Lunch ex Queenstown
Milford Sound Nature Cruise

Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise

HK$779
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Milford Sound Wilderness Cruise
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise

HK$1,598
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Doubtful Sound Wilderness Cruise
Milford Sound Nature Cruise

Milford Sound Nature Cruise

HK$797
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Milford Sound Nature Cruise
1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound Cruise

1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound Cruise

HK$739
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
1 hour 45 minute Milford Sound Cruise
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour, Cruise & Picnic Lunch from Queenstown

Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown

HK$1,643
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

HK$797
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise
Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour

HK$646
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Te Anau Glowworm Caves Guided Tour
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Tours & day trips

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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 107 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$1,081 per adult
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History & culture

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 419 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was HK$912 and current price is HK$775 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

Activity duration is 4 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 419 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was HK$912 and current price is HK$775 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included)

Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise Included)

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 24 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$2,406 per adult*
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Water activities

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Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

Milford Sound: 2-Hour Small Boat Scenic Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 525 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$820 per adult
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What to do in Southland

Stay near popular Southland attractions

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Milford Sound

9.6/10 (22 reviews)
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.
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Where to stay in Southland

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Invercargill City Centre

Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.

A harbor with several boats docked at the pier, surrounded by calm water and a shoreline with buildings in the background.
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Taramea Bay

If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.

Richmond

Richmond is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Civic Theatre.

Turnbull Thompson Park

Turnbull Thompson Park is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Invercargill area, you might plan a trip to Rugby Park Stadium or Bill Richardson Transport World.

Georgetown

Travellers like the parks in Georgetown, and Rugby Park Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Invercargill

A calm lake with driftwood and rocks, surrounded by mountains and a clear sky.

Milford Sound

A calm lake with a pier, a grassy path, and mountains in the background.

Te Anau

Rolling green fields, a large tree, and a distant tree line under a cloudy sky.

Gore

A clear lake with a rocky shore and mountains in the background.

Te Anau Downs

A calm lake with a forested island and a clear sky.

Oban

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Kingston

A turquoise river flowing through a rocky gorge surrounded by dense green forest.

Mount Aspiring National Park

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