Camping sites & Campgrounds in South Island
2 bookable campgrounds in South Island
All distances are calculated "as the crow flies".
Tahuna Beach Holiday Park
Nelson, Nelson, New Zealand- Family holiday park with access to Tāhunanui Beach on Tasman Bay
- Nelson five minutes’ drive; The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary 20 minutes
- Café and shared barbecues; playgrounds and games areas
Rangiora Eco Holiday Park
Rangiora, Canterbury, New Zealand- Peaceful holiday park five minutes' drive from Rangiora
- 15 minutes off State Highway 1 and half an hour from Christchurch
- Swimming pool, playground, trampoline and well-equipped kitchen
Possum Lodge
Manapouri, Southland, New Zealand- Dog-friendly site in a native forest next to Lake Manapouri
- A 10-minute walk to the beach and the harbour for boat trips
- Convenient hiking base; trout fishing available on site
The Whistling Frog Resort
Papatowai, Otago, New Zealand- The largest accommodation complex with the most choice in the Catlins
- Escape the crowds, breathe the pure air, walk on pristine white sand
- Perfect CENTRAL LOCATION for your CATLINS exploration getaway
Geraldine TOP 10 Holiday Park
Geraldine, Canterbury, New Zealand- Peaceful family-friendly campground in the centre of Geraldine
- A 20-minute drive to Acland Falls; an hour to Lake Tekapo
- Outdoor playground and chess set; bicycles and pedal cars to hire
Riverside Haven Lodge and Holiday Park
Herbert, Otago, New Zealand- Family holiday park bordering the Waianakarua River in North Otago
- A 15-minute drive to Moeraki Boulders; Blue Penguin Colony 20 minutes
- Farm animals on site; communal kitchen, dining room and lounge
Glenavy's Waitaki River Motor Camp
Glenavy, Canterbury, New Zealand- Colourful and well-maintained resort 400 metres from the Waitaki River
- Close to the main north-south State Highway 1 for easy access
- Friendly owners, outdoor social area, kitchen and cosy lounge
Donegal House Irish Hotel
Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand- Family site with views of Mount Fyffe at an Irish hotel near Kaikoura
- Top spot for seal watching, whale spotting or dolphin swims
- Bar and restaurant on site with Irish music and open fires
Hokitika Holiday Park
Hokitika, West Coast, New Zealand- Well-equipped family resort five minutes' drive from Hokitika
- Glow Worm Dell five minutes’ drive; Lake Kaniere half an hour
- Playground with sports courts and lookout tower; communal kitchen
The Camp
Lake Hāwea, Otago, New Zealand- The Camp, is your quintessential Kiwi camping experience.
- The Camp is beautifully basic and authentic
- Which is why it's been a popular destination for campers, since 1971
Gentle Annie Seaside Accommodation and Camping Ground
Westport, West Coast, New Zealand- Seaside garden site between the Mokihinui river and the Tasman Sea
- Dolphin-watching, mountain hikes and bike trails within 20 minutes
- Fishing from site, communal pizza oven and café; short walk to beach
Tasman Motor Camp
Ruby Bay, Tasman District, New Zealand- Well-maintained family holiday park at Ruby Bay on South Island
- Five minutes’ drive to Mapua; Abel Tasman National Park 20 minutes
- Shared kitchens, barbecues and pizza oven, swimming pool and TV room
A1 Kaikoura Motel and Holiday Park
Kaikoura, Canterbury, New Zealand- Family-friendly campground in Kaikoura, a two-minute walk from the sea
- Kaikoura Peninsula hikes and whale-watching flights 10 minutes’ drive
- Large communal kitchen, barbecue provided; laundry; mountain views
Hanmer Springs TOP 10 Holiday Park
Hanmer Springs, Canterbury, New Zealand- This beautifully forested park is only 5 minutes from Hanmers thermal
- hot pools and alpine village also adjacent to the Hanmer Springs
- Heritage Forest walking and bike tracks.
Leithfield Beach Holiday Park
Leithfield, Canterbury, New Zealand- Dog-friendly park right by the beach just south of Leithfield
- A half-hour drive to Christchurch; 15 mins to Waipara Hills wineries
- Kitchen and barbecue area on site; playground and pool next door
Jacksons Retreat Alpine Holiday Park
Jacksons, West Coast, New Zealand- Mountain holiday park off Great Alpine Highway 73 on South Island
- A 15-minute drive to Lake Brunner and half an hour to Arthur’s Pass
- Stargazing and mountain views; river walks and cycle rides from site
The Barn Backpackers and Campground
Marahau, Tasman District, New Zealand- Relaxed site overlooking Abel Tasman National Park
- Set in the centre of Marahau, a 20-minute walk to Marahau beach
- Outdoor kitchens, film and reading rooms, massages and trips arranged
Manapouri Holiday Park
Manapouri, Southland, New Zealand- Spacious and scenic holiday park on the shores of Lake Manapouri
- Te Anau 15 minutes' drive; beach and cycleway opposite the site
- On the edge of Fiordland National Park, close to trails and activities
Millers Flat Holiday Park
Millers Flat, Otago, New Zealand- Traditional Otago holiday park with a laidback, family-friendly vibe
- Next to the Clutha river; Roxburgh 15 minutes' drive
- Within a few minutes' walk of a café, tavern and bus stop