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This 11-day, adventure packed South Island, New Zealand road trip itinerary is the ultimate guide for first time travelers to New Zealand -- one of the most beautiful places on Earth. 🇳🇿 After traveling around the South Island, New Zealand quickly became one of our favorite countries. The South Island is known for being more extreme in beauty. You'll see glaciers, fiords (the iconic Milford Sound), the Southern Alps mountain range, and so much more. Whether you're booking a camper van (like we did) or renting a car, this adventure-packed guide will help you plan your next South Island road trip adventure. In this guide, you will find:👇 -Our full 11-day road trip itinerary with over 50 stops focused on nature and outdoorsy locations (including 16 bonus stops⭐️) - 17 jaw dropping hiking trails -Suggested packing list -What to know if you fly a drone -Tips on renting a van and car camping -5 star campsites with bathrooms + views Follow this guide for a guaranteed amazing outdoorsy vacation in New Zealand with days full of adventure. Make sure to follow us over on Instagram @travelersforgood for more outdoor travel tips and destinations!

Experience the BEST of New Zealand's South Island with this epic road trip, taking you to the top destinations, and tons of hidden gems!

This is one of our favourite itineraries we have ever crafted as it truly packs in so much adventure whilst also allowing time to relax. Here you'll find 12 days of adventure in the South Island covering what to do, where to eat, where to stay, and insider information from our travels to these spots. Whilst the first two days are in hotels in Queenstown, the rest of this itinerary is by camper van and does include driving. We HIGHLY recommend doing New Zealand by campervan to reach & stay in some of the most stunning places. You can expect fjords, hiking, beaching, and adventure from this itinerary. This is for those who really want to get the most of out their 12 days on the South Island and covers the following regions: -> Queenstown (with day trips) -> Milford Sound -> Mt. Cook / Aoraki National Park (& surrounding towns) -> Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki -> Wanaka -> Dunedin -> The Catlins -> Arthurs Pass (with a quick stop in Christchurch & an option to change the itinerary OR make it a 14 day trip). PLUS so many more ideas on how to fill your days. Note: If you're interested in doing the North & the South Island of New Zealand, check out our three week itinerary on our Thatch page to both places to get the best value (it includes everything written in this itinerary).

You are spoilt for choice when it comes to beautiful outdoors locations in New Zealand, but what are the very best spots for admiring this country's incredible nature and scenery? Check out this list of the most stunning and iconic outdoors spots in New Zealand!

Known for its Scottish and Maori heritage Dunedin is the 2nd largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. The dramatic landscape includes the adjoining Otago Peninsula, home to colonies of albatross, sea lions and rare yellow-eyed penguins. There is plenty to do here for a day including wildlife watching, castle touring, shopping, plenty to eat, hiking, cycling trails and museums.

Queenstown was one of our favourite stops along our New Zealand road trip - we even extended our stay in this town to get a little bit more out of this place! This three days itinerary includes where to stay, what to do, where to eat, and a few other tidbits of information to help you plan the perfect stay in Queenstown.

These are some of the best natural wonders of New Zealand that you won't want to miss.

The Ultimate Summer Adventure! Explore the gems of both North and South Islands in this adventure-filled itinerary. In the North, we'll explore Auckland, Waitomo, and Rotorua. From there, we'll fly to South Island and roadtrip along the coast hitting Queenstown, Christchurch, and everything in between. YES- that's right. All in 18 days! What's included? - Budget friendly hotel accommodations - The best places to eat & drink - Where to go and what to see - Links to must-do excursions - A digital map of all locations - Travel with a mobile guide you can open on-the-go - Leave the planning to me and have a stress-free, unforgettable experience!

Discover the best of New Zealand in 5 weeks exploring the North and South Island🚍✨

The North and South Island of New Zealand are very different, so getting down to the South Island at least once during your time there is an absolute must! This itinerary will take you exploring through Queenstown, Arrowtown, Milford Sound, and Wanaka. Save this one for a long 4-day weekend!

Most comprehensive guide to a 9D8N New Zealand's Scenic South Island ✨✨✨ This guide will showcase an extensive Road Trip tour introducing NZ's South Island commencing from Christchurch, down the west coast till Queenstown, then bringing you to Mt Cook and finally back to where it began. It will include scenic spots, tips, exciting tours and accommodations. 🥳💖 *This guide is best suited to be used in the summer! ☀️

If you haven't heard of this adventure town on New Zealand's South Island, you need to add it to your road trip list. From small hikes and bike rides, to overnight mountain huts and outdoor climbing, Wānaka has everything the adventure seeker could ask for. In this guide, you'll find some of the best hikes, climbs, bike rides and after adventure cocktails.

Want to spend a 16-day holiday on the South Island of New Zealand, all from the comfort of a van? Follow this adventure filled itinerary to see the most you can in two weeks in this stunning country. I am also a travel agent who can help you book everything hassle free!

Christchurch, known for its English heritage, is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. There is plenty to do in the city but I chose to get out in wine country and visited several wineries in the Waipara wine region. It's a good hour north of the city with stunning country views along the way. Many wineries serve food with their wines and many have snacks for purchase if you chose to picnic. Included in the guide are links to the wineries I visited along with some helpful links for the area if you have time to visit more.

Kia Ora! Travelling to the South Island of New Zealand? You just cant leave without visiting Mt Cook. On this 2 day Itinerary you'll experience Picturesque Aoraki/Mt Cook via hikes and will visit Dark sky reserve to view Milky way up close. This can be a choose your own adventure sort of itinerary with the following options of activities/stay. New Zealand weather can be very dynamic, therefore please use apps like met service or windy to determine best times to visit. Pack suitable clothes/shoes and be prepared for weather surprises. We hope you enjoy your trip and get the most out of it.

This 10 Day New Zealand South Island Van Life Itinerary is the accumulation of HOURS of planning and research and includes an interactive map, directions and exact GPS coordinates of where to camp, stops and things to do, hiking and trail data, links to the best activities, best photo spots and times of day to shoot, where we ate, optional trip add ons and more in the form of a 10 day adventure itinerary! This is a mobile friendly itinerary so you can use it throughout your trip in real time. This is the exact itinerary we used this year with optional add ons along the way, and it works for Spring, Summer and Fall trips. We took all of our experience from our summer trip to New Zealand and our mishaps/what we wish we knew and compiled everything into this guide. The best part is as we go back to New Zealand again in the future, you’ll get access to all of our new information as well since these guides are synced with live updates! You’ll have it for life and can access it any time. Follow this guide exactly (weather and conditions permitting) for a guaranteed amazing set of experiences and vistas! Or, combine our insights with your own research to craft the trip of your dreams. Tag us in the photos you take - we'd love to see your experience! @theloverspassport

Guide for the best golf, surf, and adventure trip on New Zealand's South Island from from a golfer/caddie who lived in Queenstown from 2019-2020. Extensive tips and recommendations from Queenstown to The Catlins to Dunedin.

This guide includes a road trip route that can be altered to any time frame and hits the highlights of New Zealand's south island. It includes notable sights to see, hikes, places to eat, places to stay, and quirky off-the-beaten-path attractions recommended by locals.

Lupin season is in 5 months and if you're like anything like me and gorgeous scenery's and the colour purple really set your heart on fire then you really need to save this guide for your next trip to New Zealand (South Island) Have a look at my blog post (linked below) for a full cost breakdown.

Hike several of the most famous trails in New Zealand with this custom route that combines Great Walks of Rees-Dart and Routeburn with some lesser-known hidden gems like Cascade Saddle, Earnslaw Burn, and Greenstone/Caples. This trek showcases the diverse landscape of New Zealand's South Island, from serene valleys and ancient glaciers to rugged alpine mountain passes and through low altitude temperate rain forests. The route is split into 7 flexible stages that can be done in 7-14 days and is written for those seeking to (wild) camp and who prefer to stay in huts along the way. The route includes some off-trail sections to some of the most secluded and beautiful landscapes of New Zealand, but also provides alternatives to avoid these sections of bushwhacking. This guide includes the route as seen in my YouTube film and provides all the additional information about all the huts along the way, wild camping regulations all along the trek, how to get there, when to go, the weather, and much more. What this guide includes: - A flexible itinerary for different lengths and difficulty levels; - Distances, best camping options, and other useful waypoints; - Custom Google Maps with all the important locations, such as campsites, grocery stores, airports, trails, public transport stops, and viewpoints; - GPX tracks of all the routes; - Practical information on how to get there, how to get around, when to go, trail conditions, weather, geography, and more; - Detailed descriptions of the trekking route, including landmarks, terrain, and elevation changes. Embark on this adventure to discover New Zealand's breathtaking landscapes, from alpine passes and serene lakes to lush valleys and dense rain forests. This guide promises to lead you through the heart of the South Island's untamed beauty, offering an unforgettable journey through its most majestic and wild spaces. Get ready to be captivated by the stunning vistas and unique experiences that await on this epic trek. Get an impression of the route on youtube.com/harmenhoek.