Top Things to do in South Island
What to do and see in South Island, New Zealand: The Best National Parks
Discover the best top things to do in South Island, New Zealand including Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu), Paparoa National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park, Punakaiki Pancake Rocks, Mount Aspiring National Park, Paparoa National Park.
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1. Fiordland National Park (Te Wahipounamu)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 658 reviews
Reviewed By 67arda - North Shore, New Zealand
we did both kepler and routeburn tracks = such a gem of an area and so pristine - lovely to meet full of like minded folk along the way who equally enjoyed taking the time to fully breathe in the environs ....tip - take your time and keep camera charged !
2. Paparoa National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By wineseeker15
These amazing rocks are well worth stopping for. incredible natural carving of the rock on the Western coastline. Blow holes, surge pool and information is readily available.
3. Nelson Lakes National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 132 reviews
Reviewed By Travelove58
No doubt this is a very stunningly beautiful lake. Amidst the backdrop of majestic mountains enveloped by foggy clouds, it's just crazily beautiful. And the small unrailed wooden jetty jutting out towards the mountains adds to the serene atmosphere. But what makes this lake very different from the other just as stunning lakes are the "natural add-ons." This lake has many nice Mandarin Ducks, Black Swans, even Black Fishes ( looks like Catfishes) - all happily swimming near the shore. And even few seagulls roaming around the shore area. However, we had an unexpected add-ons -SANDFLIES! Shortly after we got out of car, we were attacked by swarms of sandflies. We did not expect it as so far all the lakes we have been to don't have sandflies or just occasional ones. We had anti insect patches but did not put it on earlier - too late. Perhaps its the timing- we were here around dusk- which I believe is when sandflies are most active. We had to cut short the time here & ran off quickly. The sandflies even got into the car. And all of us got quite a number of bites! What a spoilsport- terrible sandflies!!
4. Punakaiki Pancake Rocks
5. Mount Aspiring National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By StanDallas - Dallas, United States
Peaceful, quietness, silence and roaring Thunder Creek Falls. Not to far away from Queenstown NZ is paradise. Summer camping in the national park looking into black skies for that Southern Cross among the ever changing constellations. Addiction can be to a place also.
6. Paparoa National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By dimitry8 - Sydney, Australia
Very interesting point with incredible rock structures, developed over milennia. Pleasant walks while taking in the gorgeous scenery.
