Thread: Where to visit while in New Zealand

South Island

anywhere north of Motueka is awesome, both coast and inland (Cobb Valley)

For tramping / nature etc Kahurangi north of Karamea is very nice. Lots of short walks, and very few people around.

West coast down past Haast (Jackson Bay is worth a look), thru Mt Aspiring park, on to Wanaka.

Fiordland, staying at Hollyford Valley - Guns Camp is a cool experience.

If you want to do a single boat trip - the one across Manapouri to the power station is well worth it, and on to Doubtfull Sound if time allows.