Whether it be hiking around the tree lined coast of Nelson, skiing in the towering ranges of the Southern Alps, swimming with dolphins off the coast of Kaikoura or simply touring the sun kissed vineyards of Marlborough, your time on New Zealand’s South Island can be as hands on or laid back as you want it to be.
Maori legend runs deep throughout, their traditions and craftsmanship inspired by the same landscapes that remain as dramatic to this day, while modern towns and cities such as Christchurch and Dunedin reveal the influence of British settlers at every turn.
New Zealand prides itself in its commitment to conservation and with many areas of the South Island sparsely populated flora and fauna flourish undisturbed. The 14 National Parks comprise nearly three million hectares providing endless wide-open space to enjoy the peace and solitude amongst rare and exotic wildlife.
