New Zealand's South Island was made for road trips. It has glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, vineyards, Lord of the Rings-style forest, impeccable roads, and very few people sharing it. With only a ...

On this trip, which has 5-day, 10-day, and 14-day options, you’ll see most of the island’s national parks through hiking, biking and kayaking, and all meals, guides and travel are covered.

See trip details for South Island, New Zealand, one of 30 suggested family trips from National Geographic. Hikers follow Milford Track in Fiordland National Park on New Zealand’s South Island.

Abel Tasman National Park is ranked #6 out of 12 things to do in South Island, New Zealand. See pictures and our review of Abel Tasman National Park.

Mike Hollman, New Zealand’s travel photographer of the year in 2013, shares 13 great places to take photos on South Island.

Mike Hollman, New Zealand’s travel photographer of the year in 2013, shares 13 great places to take photos on South Island.