Discover Nature and Heritage in New Zealand’s South Island

If you’re looking for an unforgettable travel experience, look no further than New Zealand’s South Island. From the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps to the windswept beaches of Fiordland National Park, this island is packed with natural wonders and heritage sites waiting to be explored. So grab your hiking boots and pack your sense of adventure – the South Island is waiting for you!

With over 160 years of history, New Zealand is a country full of rich heritage. Don’t just take my word for it! Take this journey through nature and learn all about what makes Aotearoa so unique on your next vacation or getaway trip-you won’t regret visiting our beautiful island paradise where you can explore feathered friends at the smallest penguin sanctuary as well award-winning wine from Central Otago’s wineries while experiencing first hand why people call NZ home now more than ever before, the largest vineyard in Australia.

New Zealand is home to some of the world’s most unique and thrilling adventures, like bungee jumping over Queenstown or mountain biking through vineyards.

You could even learn how to paraglide with a tandem bird’s eye view on Auckland Domain! If you’re looking for something more relaxed there are also water-based activities such as kayaking which passes by many beautiful spots along Lake Taupo; caves in Rotorua will show off this island country at its best while canyoning takes participants down rapids filled rivers and then up again-all within 24 hours.

Best places to visit in New Zealand south island

Victorian Era: Step back in time to the 1800s where you can see what life was like for those living during this period. Visit Oamaru’s Victorian Precinct, which has a fascinating Steampunk Playground and Museum as well as many shops that sell antiques or traditional crafts including one dedicated entirely towards old-fashioned toys! You may even be lucky enough to experience an annual festival known locally as The Fete – it sounds just amazing whether people are young at heart or not!!

Award-winning wine: Central Otago is known for its pinot noir. What better way to sample the sumptious Burgandy-style grapes than by touring Central Otago’s 80+ wineries on a bicycle? Hire one or take advantage of private tours at well-known cellar doors like those found in Kaikoura and Balclutha – two towns that are just an hour apart from each other!

Enjoy a dolphin encounter: The boat ride to watch dolphins is a must-do in Christchurch. From the historic French town of Akaroa, tourists can embark on board and enjoy seeing these playful marine mammals up close while they’re afloat!

Mentioning some special features: This scenic spot also enables visitors with more time than other places as well; you could spend hours just watching them swim around (or dive below) without ever leaving your seat!. Plus there’s no better way experience something so unique – before anything else happens here at all…

Skip along the Moeraki Boulders: Conveniently located on Otago Coast, the Moeraki Boulders are an easy and fun way to spend your day. The boulders can be found at different locations around Koekohe Beach but there is one spot that has been especially popular with visitors due its accessibility as well as uniqueness – it’s called skipping stones! Skipping rocks will allow you get up close while still offering some privacy for those who want their photo taken among these awesome formations of ancient rock in New Zealand sandstone cliffs.

Weighing several tonnes when first created 65 million years ago by a crashing wave action; measuring up between two meters tall doesn’t sound too bad considering some might say.

Explore New Zealand’s only castle: Imagine you’re the first person to enter this amazing place. Your heart leaps as your eyes take in all of its beauty, from elegant flower beds full of vibrant colors and captivating plants to manicured lawns that seem like a green carpet ready for royalty.

You slowly walk up some stairs leading out onto an open gallery where views extend forever in every direction – it’s hard not be impressed by our natural surroundings here on Earth!

Don’t forget there are plenty more places within these walls we call home; explore them while they last because one day soon enough everything will change again…

Encounter rare wildlife: There is an abundance of wildlife on the shores and inlets around Dunedin. From endangered yellow-eyed penguins, fur seals to sea lions you will find it here!

Take a guided tour through Otago Peninsula for close encounters with these curious creatures or go out onto open water where your cruise may contain sightings such as royal albatrosses, birds species unknown at first but then revealed themselves after some investigation into their natural habits by our knowledgeable crew members who have years worth experience looking out over this area’s seas both day time (especially) evening ones too!

Catch sunset at Nugget Point: On a clear day, you can see the dramatic coastal views of Nugget Point. A lighthouse perches above and between several rocky islets (The Nuggets).

Spot seals or penguins while enjoying your picnic from one their many viewing platforms – just take in all that nature has to offer before returning back home!

Come at sunrise or sunset for perfect light shots: it will be hard not having any camera batteries left with this much variety on display each time.

Explore Queenstown by foot: If you’re looking to get your walking shoes on and explore Queenstown, New Zealand’s picturesque capital city is home to some of the world-renowned attractions.

With Remarkables mountain range as backdrop alongside glistening Lake Wakatipu why not take two fantastic day walks?

The first one being up in stunning scenery at Ben Lomond Track or along Queensway Hill Time Walk that offers sweeping views across lakesand mountains while second provides an excellent opportunity for selfies with iconic tourist spots such as Lord Of TRS lookout point!

Things to do in Paihia: If you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life, Paihia is a great place for that. The small-town feel will remind everyone why they fell in love with traveling again as there are plenty if things do here ranging from dolphin swims or even scuba diving!

If not feeling so adventurous but still want some fresh seafood try your hand at BBQing them yourself back on dry land where every restaurant has another secret hidden gem waiting just around.

Fiordland National Park: One of the most scenic spots in New Zealand is a place called “Fiordland National Park”. Here you can set off on incredible hikes, fish for trout or cruise through spectacular fjords (called sounds here) at Milford Sound near southwestern South Island’s Mt Aspiring National Park – which has unreal views! The biggest attraction in this area are waterfalls and wildlife such as dolphins who love visiting it because there have been reports that they bring their own oxygen tanks with them when diving under strong waters; we’re not sure why though…

It’s hard to believe that New Zealand is just a few hours away from the hustle and bustle of America. The country offers natural beauty, friendly people, delicious food, and welcoming accommodations. If you are looking for an international getaway without too much hassle or time commitment then take some time to explore this fascinating destination! Let our team help you plan your trip by providing helpful travel tips on where to go, what to do when there, how long it will take you if you fly versus drive – anything we can do to make your experience in New Zealand as seamless as possible! We hope these insights have helped inspire adventure-we would love nothing more than for all of us here at Southern Scenic Route Tours.