South Island at a Glance
This South Island
travel and tourism guide, featuring accommodations,
tours,
attractions,
events,
shopping and more,
will help you plan a successful visit to the South Island of New Zealand.
Canterbury is the South Island’s most
populated region, with most of the population in the city of Christchurch. The second
largest city on the South Island is Dunedin, home to the University
of Otago—New Zealand’s oldest University. But, in Otago, Dunedin is overshadowed by
Queenstown,
touted as the Adventure Capital of the World and home to jet boating, bungee
jumping, tramping (hiking), mountaineering and many more activities.
Outdoor, adventure
tourism introduces visitors to Te
Wahipounamu-South West New Zealand World Heritage Area, which covers
four national parks and straddles the borders of the
Southland, Otago, Canterbury, and the West Coast.
Nelson-Marlborough offers similar retreats from city life.
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