Top 10 Water Sports in South Island, New Zealand

Wilderness Guides is an outdoor adventure company based in Picton, owned and operated for the past 20 years by Steve and Juliet Gibbons, New Zealanders and Marlborough people with a passion for the outdoors. The owners are hands-on and have a background as outdoor guides in the area and with their close-knit team and dedicated team, offer a truly personalized service for all guests. Tours offered are quality and authentic New Zealand wilderness experiences with an emphasis on education, conservation, local history and culture as well as New Zealand native flora and fauna. This is combined with the finest of local food and wine. These include guided and independent walks on the Queen Charlotte Track from one day to many days in length, mountain bike hire and packages for the Queen Charlotte Track (one of NZ’s Great Rides) and a wide variety of sea kayaking options in the Marlborough Sounds. This is where your adventure begins!

Celebrating over 20 Years of Service! KAIKOURA'S ORIGINAL KAYAK OPERATOR - Est -1998. 100% Seal viewing - meet the locals of the marine kind in a real Sea Kayak with us today. Curious NZ Fur Seals, Blue Penguins and Dusky Dolphins are only a few paddle strokes away and our local Kiwi Guides would love to introduce you to them around the Kaikoura Peninsula. Stay warm and dry in our enclosed stable sea kayaks with all equipment provided including GORE-TEX dry pants in winter, wet shoes for your feet and dry bags for camera's. Our wildlife "Seal Kayaking" tours offer a safe, enjoyable, interactive experience, with little effort and a whole lot of good fun. No experience needed, suitable for all ages and abilities. Families welcome. If you want to tick off a real Kayaking experience from your bucket list with the help of our qualified Guides amongst a multitude of marine life in New Zealand, come paddling with us! (: The only Kaikoura kayak operator permitted to view dolhpins.

Ultimate Descents New Zealand is a White Water Rafting Specialist Company based in Murchison at the head of the Upper Buller Gorge. Offering 1/2 day and full day tours on the Buller River. From extreme adventure to family fun, something for everyone.

JetBoating & AirBoating An Experience - More than Just a Ride! Canterbury's Leading JetBoat & NZ's Only AirBoat Experience

Milford Sound diving trips. We supply everything: boat, gear, guides, food and fun! A scuba experience like no other you can see the famous deep water black coral trees, red corals, dog sharks, octopus, crayfish, seals, penguins, dolphins and over 150 species of fish in a world heritage area marine reserve. We operate with a general maximum of six divers guided and hosted by experienced PADI instructors Lance and Simone whom are the owners/operators of the company. Our passion is dedicated to expanding marine ecology awareness, diving and sharing the local area with you, which makes for a truly personal experience. Includes 4 hours cruising all of Milford Sound. First time divers are welcome to experience diving with us and will be well taken care of. Descend !

Enjoy the exhilaration of jet boating on the beautiful Hokitika River. All tours depart from the boat ramp on the corner of Tancred Street and Gibson Quay in central Hokitika. Book your tour today.

Join us as we Jet boat and River Raft the entire length of Hanmer's spectacular Waiau Gorge.Following the contours of the steep canyon walls where possible, its elbows in, as we pass within centimeters of rugged rocks and cliff faces.Take in the magnificent scenery, then hold on while you experience the famous Hamilton 360 degree jet spin. Excitement plus!Make no mistake - this is the best! Or Join Us on one of our Other Outdoor Adventures From Mild to Wild /Learn about the history/The area/Wild live and some more. We allow cameras on all our tours so don't forget IT! Of coarse we take photo's they are FREE we do not charge for memories! OPTIONS *Amuri Jets -Jet the Gorge Trip allow 1 hour *Amuri Jets - Alpine Wilderness Jet boat Safari allow 2 hours *Amuri Jets - River Raft and Jet Boat back combo allow 2.5 hours *Amuri Jets- Family River Rafting allow 2 hours

Welcome to Wake Wanaka Awaken your today with a choice of WAKEBOARDING, WAKESURFING, WAKESKATING, WATERSKIING, TOWED INFLATABLES and GUIDED SCENIC EXPERIENCE. All set on Lake Wanaka with its crystal clear water, fresh mountain air and 360 degrees of stunning alpine scenery. Wake Wanaka will take you to the heart of the lake offering an unforgettable experience like no other. With over 10 years experience in the watersports industry we offer professionally qualified boat drivers and coaching for all ages, from the first-time wakeboarder to advanced rider. We provide a custom designed 2015 Mastercraft wakeboard boat, fully certified and surveyed by Maritime New Zealand. With a selection of the latest equipment we ensure your friends and family will enjoy a unique day with us out on the lake. Our aim is to create a fun environment to help you to accomplish your goals and give you a taste of why we love being out on the lake. Contact us on 0800 WAKEBOARD

Explore the tidal and winding Kaiapoi and Cam rivers. From the centre of the historic river town of Kaiapoi, just north of Christchurch, row or paddle up stream towards Silverstream or Pineacres for up to 3.5 km. Suitable for all ages for a family and friends outing or a solo explore. Bouyancy aids are provided for all.

World famous as the ultimate jet boating experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled almost 4 million people since 1965 and now it's your turn! Take a unique breathtaking ride through dramatic and narrow Canyons, and hold on tight for Queenstown's only exhilarating full 360° spins. 'Can you handle the canyons?' with award winning Shotover Jet, 'The World's Most Exciting Jet Boating Ride' and the only company permitted to operate in the spectacular Shotover River Canyons.