Regions of the South Island

5 Hours 15 minutes' drive time to Nelson from Christchurch Airport

Nelson & Tasman

There are lots of reasons why you should book your next trip to the Nelson region. Nature at its finest, along with a wealth of activities, artisan products and eateries.

4 hours' drive time to Blenheim from Christchurch Airport

Marlborough

The region offers a multitude of recreational delights from tasting a world-famous Sauvignon Blanc at one of Marlborough's numerous wineries to cruising or swimming with dolphins in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds.

3 Hours' drive time to Kaikoura from Christchurch Airport

Kaikoura

The seaside settlement is the most northern district in the Canterbury region located on the east coast of the South Island (an ideal location for both north and south bound travellers).

1 hour 42 minutes drive time from Christchurch Airport

Hanmer Springs & Hurunui

From rugged coastlines and sandy beaches to inland alpine villages and lush green forests – the natural beauty of this area is spectacular.

Christchurch & Canterbury

The Canterbury region stretches from Kaikoura in the north, to Waimate in the south and as far inland as Mackenzie Country.

Its landscape is diverse, with the Pacific Ocean to the east, Southern Alps to the west, and the patchwork quilt of the Canterbury Plains.

3 hours 7 minutes drive time to Tekapo from Christchurch Airport

Aoraki-Mount Cook / Mackenzie

Nestled in the heart of New Zealand’s majestic South Island, you will find Aoraki/Mount Cook and the Mackenzie Region.

3 hours 20 minutes drive to Greymouth from Christchurch Airport

West Coast

The West Coast is an untamed natural wilderness, with scenery so stunning it takes your breath away and sunsets so impressive even Instagram told us to tone it down.

3 hours 17 minutes to Oamaru from Christchurch Airport

Oamaru & Waitaki

Overflowing with natural beauty, rich in culture and heritage
and brimming with activities for all.

5 hours 17 minutes from Christchurch Airport

Lake Wānaka

It begins with the landscape – it breathes, there’s an energy, a feeling, that sets Wānaka apart.

6 hours drive from Christchurch Airport

Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand, is the Southern Hemisphere’s premier four season lake and alpine resort

5 hour 30 minutes to Alexandra from Christchurch Airport

Central Otago

New Zealand’s most inland region, with a landscape dominated
by rugged mountains, lakes, deep river gorges and tussock-clad
hills, Central Otago is rich in pioneering history.

4 hours 45 minutes to Dunedin from Christchurch Airport

Dunedin

Discover an intriguing mix of vibrant urban culture, wildly beautiful places and exceptional local cuisine

8 hours drive to Te Anau from Christchurch Airport

Fiordland

Home to Mitre Peak, and stunning fiords, Fiordland is known as the sightseeing and walking capital of the world.

7 hours 10 minutes to Invercargill from Christchurch Airport

Southland

Southland’s unmatched beauty provides a natural playground – no matter what your passion.