South Island Wide Eco, Nature and Wildlife Tours
The South Island is the larger of the two main islands of New Zealand, but the least densely populated. Christchurch—known as 'the Garden City'—is the largest city in the South Island. more
Discover New Zealand at is best on an eco, nature or wildlife tour in the South Island. South Island eco, nature and wildlife tours focus on New Zealand's stunning natural scenery and its diverse flora and fauna.
NB: This South Island directory is specifically for tourism companies that cover the South Island. They either have many outlets or are able to offer you a service throughout this part of the country.
Select Eco, Nature and Wildlife Tours in the South Island, New Zealand from the list below.
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ALPINE LUXURY TOURS - Queenstown
ALPINE LUXURY TOURS - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Alpine Luxury Tours specialises in privately guided day tours for sightseeing, wine experiences, ski field transfers, hiking and heli-adventures throughout Queenstown, Fiordland and Mount Cook. We create genuine and unique adventures that give unrivalled access to some of New Zealand's most exclusive destinations. Travel in style and comfort in our fleet of luxurious European vehicles with your personal local guide.
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AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
AWESOME TOURS - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Experience the awesome sights and beauty of Southern NZ. Showcasing the Heritage and Wildlife capital of NZ - Dunedin. Choose between small-group package tours, daily tours, shore excursion tours or design your own tour. Experienced and knowledgeable driver/guides look after all your needs. Recipient of Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence last 7 years, member of Trip Advisors Hall of Fame.
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CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
CHEEKY KEA TOURS - South Island
We have an adventure package to suit EVERYONE! Touring isn't just a job for us, it's a lifestyle! We are local, we are fun and we love adventure, so who better to guide you on your epic South Island adventure tour than us!?
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FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL - New Zealand Wide
FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL - New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly - An extraordinary selection of unique small group tours. Premier experiences using the most qualified people, personalities, locations and knowledge. Our trips range from guided adventure and dive tours through to educational tours with marine mammals. We are constantly striving to build greater ecological awareness of the highly sensitive and vulnerable nature of the environment.
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FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS - New Zealand Wide
FLYING KIWI ADVENTURE TOURS - New Zealand Wide
Mobile-friendly - Highly recommended. Flying Kiwi tours get you “off the beaten track”. Their unique travel style combines spectacular accommodation in remote locations with time to explore NZ’s best National Parks. Great flexibility allows you to choose between hikes, bike-rides & adventure activities. Meals and use of sports equipment included. Top rated in National Geographic’s Best Adventure Travel Companies on Earth.
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HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch
HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - This exciting day-tour includes jet boating on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station, and a scenic tour through the breathtaking Canterbury high country to Arthurs Pass National Park located in the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand. The return journey to Christchurch is on the world-famous TranzAlpine Train. This tour has it all.
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J & L SHUTTLES - Christchurch
J & L SHUTTLES - Christchurch
We offer first-class service at very reasonable rates. We meet and greet at airport, railway station, hotel. Come and see Christchurch and the Canterbury region with us. Our drivers excel in covering all points of interest in a professional manner and have a comprehensive knowledge of the area. See us first. We are also available for small group tours.
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MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - Nationwide
Looking for the very best of New Zealand for your 'Trip of a Lifetime'? You'll love our small friendly groups and relaxed pace as you discover the true flavour of New Zealand in comfort and style. We’re all Kiwis, we grew up here and can’t wait to show you our favourite spots and introduce you to our mates!
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MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
MOATREK SMALL GROUP ESCAPES
Small group guided tours for mature travellers. MoaTrek holidays are designed especially for those who want to explore our beautiful countryside in a small friendly group with the care and attention of a professional Kiwi Guide. Enjoy special annual events, summer getaways and get to know the locals over relaxed lunches in their homes.
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NATURE QUEST NEW ZEALAND - Dunedin
NATURE QUEST NEW ZEALAND - Dunedin
Mobile-friendly - Your New Zealand natural history and birding experts. Nature Quest is a premier nature, botanical and birding tour operator in Australasia. We are specialists in designing customized natural history and birding tours based on a deep understanding of New Zealand and a passion for sharing and exploring our wild places. We design tailor-made travel, no two departures are the same.
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NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
NEW ZEALAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Join New Zealand's top landscape, nature and wildlife photographers to help you to get the most from your photography or visit to New Zealand. From 1-day Photography Workshops to 17-day NZ Photo Tours with New Zealand's leading landscape and wildlife photographers.
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RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
RED CARPET LORD OF THE RINGS™ TOURS - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - Lord of the Rings™ Tours. We'll take you on 6, 10 or 14 day journey through Middle Earth™. Make your dreams a reality, walk in the footsteps of your favourite character with our Lord of the Rings™ Tour. Visit best Lord of the Rings™/Hobbit™ film-sites with like-minded fans, become part of a fellowship. 5-star winners on Trip-Advisor yearly since 2012.
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SIBERIA WILDERNESS ADVENTURE - Makarora
SIBERIA WILDERNESS ADVENTURE - Makarora
Mobile-friendly - Half-day wilderness experience combining spectacular helicopter flight, valley walk and jet boat ride. Aerial views of towering ice carved mountains and glaciers. Land in the remote Siberia Valley and enjoy a relaxing three-hour walk on a well marked track. Rendezvous for a fast paced river jet safari through icy blue waters.
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SOUTHERN JOURNEYS - New Zealand
SOUTHERN JOURNEYS - New Zealand
Mobile-friendly - Planning a trip to New Zealand? Instead of following the beaten track, we put in the extra time and effort for planning and reservations. New Zealand is a lifetime destination, we'll make sure that your journey is how you want to experience this amazing place, and see the real New Zealand at the same time!
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TAKE IT EASY TOURS - New Zealand Wide
TAKE IT EASY TOURS - New Zealand Wide
Take It Easy Tours has been a very successful operation for more than 25 years. We offer tours from the land, sea and air to ensure you do not miss one speck of this beautiful country. We showcase New Zealand like no other, step inside our world of adventure now.
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THE ROAD TRIP - New Zealand wide
THE ROAD TRIP - New Zealand wide
Mobile-friendly - We firmly believe in running our personalised tours to the highest standard, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you are here for 4 or 25 days, we can put together any sort of trip, for any group size. You choose the level of accommodation and time you have and we will put together a personalised tour for you.
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WEST COAST SURF - Cape Foulwind, West Coast South Island
WEST COAST SURF - Cape Foulwind, West Coast South Island
Mobile-friendly - Come and experience surfing at a stunning location on the West Coast of the South Island - Tauranga Bay! This beach provides both first timers with a safe and invigorating environment to learn in as well as providing some world class waves for the more experienced surfers.
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WILDSOUTH DISCOVERY - Christchurch / Canterbury
WILDSOUTH DISCOVERY - Christchurch / Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Private, tailor made tours in South Island in comfort & style. Luxpeditions - luxury NZ safari tours with superb transport, cuisine and 4 to 5 star accommodations. History, heritage, wildlife and activities to suit everyone. Trips are designed for guests' wishes, timeframe and specific interests, and can range from one day to a multi-day tour of 14 days.
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WILKIN RIVER JETS & BACKCOUNTRY HELICOPTERS - Makarora
WILKIN RIVER JETS & BACKCOUNTRY HELICOPTERS - Makarora
Mobile-friendly - Shallow water jet boating in spectacular wilderness rivers. River Jet Safari (one hour) fast paced, jet boat ride into the World Heritage-listed Mt Aspiring National Park. Enjoy a 50-kilometre wilderness river journey amidst native beech forest, ancient river valleys and rugged ice-capped mountains, or combine this trip with a spectacular heli-jet combo.
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WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch
WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Close encounters of the 'wildlife kind' are a trademark. Meet New Zealand's Big 5 with Kiwi, cheeky Kea, ancient Tuatara, our bush parrot the Kaka and the rare Takahe. Feed wild eels and make friends with the livestock breeds unique to New Zealand. Listen to the kiwi as it forages by your feet. Open from 9:30 am till dusk daily.
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