Where to go in New Zealand's South Island
Map
List of regions
![Lake Wanaka, Queenstown, New Zealand](https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Lake_Wanaka_Queenstown_New_Zealand_261871.jpg)
Spectacular Queenstown bustles year-round with thrill-seekers looking for that ultimate adrenaline rush. Meanwhile, nearby Wanaka offers all the same beauty, but with more of a laid-back vibe.
![Milford Sound, New Zealand](https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Milford_Sound_New_Zealand_261545.jpg)
Fiordland is one of New Zealand's most iconic wilderness regions. Immersing yourself in these magical surroundings – whether by foot on the celebrated Milford Track or on board an overnight or daytime cruise – is a defining Kiwi experience.
![Stewart Island](https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Stewart_Island_261345.jpg)
From petrified forests embedded in the rock of the Catlins Coast to the first-sized oysters of Bluff and the wildlife wonders of remote Steward Island, New Zealand's southernmost reaches have more than a few secrets to share with the inquisitive visitor.
![Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand](https://d19lgisewk9l6l.cloudfront.net/assetbank/Marlborough_Sounds_New_Zealand_262214.jpg)
Vast flooded valleys characterise the South Island’s northern tip – the imposing front to rolling vineyards, national-park beaches and historic towns. Expect adventure aplenty, coupled with amazing seafood and, in Marlborough, some of Australasia's finest wines.