Shotover Jet - Queenstown...

World famous as the ultimate jet boating experience, Shotover Jet has thrilled over 2.5 million people since 1970, 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.

Shotover Jet was one of Queenstown's first adventure activities and is one of the experiences that has helped to put New Zealand on the global tourism map. Combining the classic New Zealand invention of the Jet Boat with the kiwi culture of adventure, Shotover Jet has become part of the fabric of what is quintessentially 'New Zealand'. People from all over New Zealand and from all around the world visit Queenstown for two main reasons, scenery and adventure; Shotover Jet combines both of these in a unique, exhilarating and unforgettable way and is for many visitors the highlight of their Queenstown and New Zealand holiday activities.

SOUTH ISLAND DIVING AND SNORKELING...

The South Island is the larger of the two main islands of New Zealand. Christchurch—known as 'the Garden City'—is the largest city in the South Island.

The South Island of New Zealand's coastal waters teem with colourful, fascinating sea life and the usually clear waters make for excellent viewing. Choose from snorkeling, scuba diving or deep sea diving.

NB: This South Island directory is specifically for tourism companies that cover the South Island. They either have many outlets or are able to offer you a service throughout this part of the country.

Queens town...

Surrounded by majestic mountains and nestled on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is New Zealand’s premier four season lake and alpine resort.

Whatever you do, whatever your style, Queenstown will feed your imagination, fuel your passions and revitalise your spirit. We hope you enjoy browsing to discover more about Queenstown and we look forward to seeing you soon. 

Offering visitors the chance to indulge in almost every adrenalin activity, Queenstown will feed your imagination. Majestic Queenstown offers an incredible range of things to do no matter what the season. Queenstown will satisfy even the most ravenous appetite for the adventure alike. From skydiving, bungee jumping, rafting, and jet boating, breathtaking helicopter flights, paragliding in summer months to winter activities such as skiing and snowboarding.

South Island Accommodation...

The South Island of New Zealand, also known by the Maoris as Te Wai Pounamu or Water of Greenstone, is a place of spectacular scenery. There is a wide range of activities to do and diverse places to stay, to suit whatever your budget or lifestyle.TheSouth Island has accommodation ranging from cottages, backpacker hostels, bed and breakfasts, holiday parks, luxury lodges, and hotels to home-hosted stays on farms.

Because there are so many choices, you don't have to worry about your budget to experience life-changing adventure. Another option for accommodation on The South Island is to rent or buy timeshares here. Once you've visited, you'll want to spend future holidays in New Zealand – and a timeshare is a fabulous way to secure a South Island home away from home!

South Island...

The South Island is sparsely populated and brimming with outdoor adventure.  You may see landscapes and scenery that you have not seen before, packaged in the most beautiful and moving of  environments.

One popular way to see the South Island  is a drive that starts at Christchurch (see earthquake information under Christchurch heading), heads to Mt. Cook, down to Queenstown, over to Fiordlands NP, up through Westland NP, and crossing to the North Island using the ferry from Picton to Wellington. 

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(During this period of uncertainty surrounding the future effects of the Christchurch earthquake damage, it might be preferable to begin your tour of the South Island at Picton after arrival in Auckland or Wellington on the North Island.)