10 TOP Things to Do in Southland January 2026

Milford Sound featuring a lake or waterhole, a sunset and mountains

Mitre Peak showing a sunset, mountains and a bay or harbour

Milford Sound which includes mountains and a river or creek

Milford Sound which includes forests and a sunset

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Milford Sound Coach & Cruise Tour

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Lord of the Rings Scenic Half Day Tour from Queenstown

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Guided Private Milford Sound Day Tour from Te Anau(Cruise In

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What to do in Southland

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Milford Sound

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Milford Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. Discover the area's waterfalls and glaciers.

Lake Te Anau

Explore a geologically active glowworm cave, relax in a lakeside town and organise a kayaking adventure when visiting this spectacular glacial lake.

We kayaked overnight. It rained like crazy and the bugs were atrocious. This was the scene the next morning. #Adventure.

Doubtful Sound

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Doubtful Sound during your travels in Fiordland National Park. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Lake Manapouri

Use the shores of this striking lake as a base when visiting the popular Doubtful Sound and many other beautiful areas in Fiordland National Park.

Kepler Track

Explore the great outdoors at Kepler Track, a lovely green space in Te Anau. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours.

If you can afford it, I recommend splurging on a helicopter flight or fixed wing plane ride to Milford from Queenstown or Wanaka. The views of Fiordland from above are unbeatable.

Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Fiordland National Park Visitor Centre, a lovely green space in Te Anau. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the local tours.

Mitre Peak

With a position looming over the famous Milford Sound, it’s no wonder this towering summit of the Fiordland mountain is among the most photographed sites in the country.

After getting the ferry to Stewart Island I got another ferry to Ulva Island. Beautiful

Rakiura National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Rakiura National Park, a lovely green space in Stewart Island / Rakiura.

Southland Hospital

If Southland Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Invercargill.

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Invercargill City Centre

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Unique features of Invercargill City Centre include the theatres and bars. Make a stop by Civic Theatre or Toetoes Bay while you're exploring the area.

Heidelberg

Heidelberg is well liked for its spas, and you can visit sights like Bill Richardson Transport World and Stadium Southland if you have time to explore the area.

The lovely little seaside town of Riverton in Southland, New Zealand.

Taramea Bay

If you're spending some time in Taramea Bay, you might consider exploring the beaches.

Newfield

Travellers like the parks in Newfield, and Dig This Invercargill is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Georgetown

Travellers like the parks in Georgetown, and Rugby Park Stadium is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Appleby

Appleby is noteworthy for its spas, and you can plan an outing to Civic Theatre and Rugby Park Stadium while you're in town.

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