NZ South Island Self Drive Itineraries

The flowers are in full bloom around Lake Tekapo

Te Waipounamu is the Māori name for the larger of New Zealand's two main islands. The South Island, affectionately referred to as the Mainland by its inhabitants, is nearly one third larger than the North however less than one-quarter of the population lives there. We've handpicked all the must-see spots and most popular attractions for your driving holiday itinerary in the South Island. And remember, all our tour itineraries are infinitely customisable free of charge. So, you'll see everything you want to see regardless of how long you have. Take a look at our South Island New Zealand Self Drive Tours and start the road trip of a lifetime now. Refine your search by using the 'Tour Finder' on the left hand side.

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Darwin
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Darwin
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12 Days
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4 Star Accommodation

Experience the best of Kakadu, Arnhem Land, and the Cobourg Peninsula at Australia’s ‘Top End’ on a small group guided tour. Then explore Katherine (Nitmiluk National Park) on a 3 day kayaking adventure. Highlights include: Ubirr Rock Drawings, Mamukala Wetlands, Cobourg Marine Park, Victoria Settlement, Cobourg Coastal Camp, and a 3 days guided kayaking trip into the Katherine Gorge -and more!

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Darwin
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Cairns
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Rental Vehicle
12 Days
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Including Wilderness Camp

Experience the best of KakaduArnhem Land, and the Cobourg Peninsula at Australia’s Top End. Then explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Daintree National Park, Cape Tribulation, and the Great Barrier Reef in the Far North Queensland.

Highlights Include: Ubirr Rock Drawings, Mamukala Wetlands, Cobourg Marine Park, Victoria Settlement, Cobourg Coastal Camp, Daintree River Crocodile, and Wildlife Cruise and a day snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef and more!

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Darwin
Finishes
Darwin
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Rental Vehicle
5 Days
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4 Star Accommodation

Quench your thirst for adventure on an exhilarating 5 Day Top End road trip. Fly over Nitmiluk's gorges to a secret swimming hole, bounce along Kakadu's outback trails on a 4WD safari, marvel at Litchfield's giant termite mounds, and see indigenous rock art untouched for thousands of years. Australia's Top End will leave you spellbound.

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Darwin
Finishes
Darwin
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Rental Vehicle
5 Days
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3 Star Accommodation

Escape to Australia's Northern Territory, rich in culture and rugged, natural beauty. From the frontier town of Darwin you'll venture into the wetlands of World Heritage listed Kakadu National Park, the spectacular gorges of Nitmiluk and Litchfield National Park on an unmissable outback Self Drive Adventure.


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