Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime
in this latest edition of our guide to New Zealand's South Island. Discover New Zealand's South
Island's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking a trip on Akaroa Harbour to
spot fur seals and endangered Hector's Dolphins to wandering through native beech forest in
Mount Aspiring National Park and combining stargazing with a relaxing after-dark hot-pools
experience at Tekapo Springs. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's South
Island travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of
information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so
you can navigate New Zealand's South Island effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create
your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys day trips walking tours and
activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating drinking nightlife shopping
accommodation festivals when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out
map of New Zealand's South Island Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Aoraki Mt Cook
National Park to Marlborough Sounds and Piopiotahi Milford Sound Essential information toolkit
containing tips on arriving transport local etiquette using money LGBTIQ+ travel advice
useful words and phrases accessibility and responsible travel Connect with South Island
culture through stories that delve deep into local life history and traditions Covers:
Christchurch & Canterbury Marlborough & Nelson The West Coast Queenstown W¿naka & Central
Otago Dunedin Waitaki & the Catlins Fiordland & Southland Create a trip that's uniquely
yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's New
Zealand's South Island .
