Activities & Attractions Search Results

Fly, jump, swing and scream in through the tree tops. Adrenalin Forest is best described as high wire, high excitement activity, where participants can test their limits and conquer their fears. It is a great confidence builder and adrenalin rush. The park features an aerial obstacle course more than 2 km in length, up to 20 metres off the ground and covering three hectares of forest. Participants negotiate a series of 100 challenging activities high up in the tree canopy attached by an overhead safety wire. There are six different courses of progressive difficulty. Test yourself how high and how far you will go. Affordable fun for the whole family. It takes around 3 hours to complete...

Adventure by Nature deliver Day tours, multi-day tours and bespoke adventure travel around New Zealand. Day tours departing Christchurch include: Guided walks to Godley Head & Packhorse hut, Sea Kayaking on Lyttelton Harbour, Rock climbing, Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti & Cave stream. Multi-day tours include: Te Ara pataka- Christchurch to Akaroa. 4-days guided sea kayak and hiking tour. Mt Somers - 3-days backcountry hiking experience. Mt Somers rock climbing and water caves - 4-day Hiking, Climbing and water caves. Arthurs Pass alpine adventure- 5 days Christchurch to Hokitika, visit Castle Hill, alpine walking mountain experience. Craigieburn alpine adventure. 2-day alpine walking...

Discover New Zealand’s military aviation story at the place where it all began. Engage with stories of the men and women who have helped shape New Zealand’s military aviation journey, and reflect on their service and sacrifice through years of war and peace. Explore the diverse collection at your own pace through immersive exhibitions, or join a guided Behind the Scenes tour. View the historic aircraft on display, embark on a museum hunt with the kids, or test your flying skills in the Mosquito Mission flight simulator.

Join Bill Peach Journeys to discover the breathtaking vistas offered on New Zealand’s South Island coast. With the Pacific Ocean lapping on one side & the Kaikoura ranges rising majestically on the other, the Coastal Pacific is undoubtedly one of the world’s most picturesque rail journeys. As the train skirts around secluded bays & across isolated beaches, have your camera ready as words cannot express the sights that unfold. It is not hard to see why the south island of New Zealand is considered to be one of the most sublime places on earth! The stunning scenery and tranquil waterways highlight the remarkable diversity and beauty of this coastal region. Add stylish accommodation and...

On display are taonga (treasures) which represent the breadth and depth of the Museum's collection ranging from taxidermied animals through to historic objects from the Antarctic, Mountfort and Early Settlers galleries. Visitors can also see beautiful taonga Māori and Pasifika alongside the return of two firm visitor favourites, the horse from The Christchurch Street and Ivan Mauger’s gold bike. Exhibition Ngā Hau Ngākau, opening on 15 December, features stunning paintings, intricately carved taonga puoro (traditional Māori musical instruments) and beautiful music woven together to honour the stories of Te Ao Māori (the Māori world).

With our range of full and half day scenic tours encompassing most of Canterbury, and more than our fair share of spectacular scenery, we can provide you with spectacular scenic delights whichever way you turn. Soak up and admire magnificent mountain vistas, stunning seacliffs, and isolated farmlands. Most of our tours feature short walks for those that want to immerse themselves in the scenery. All our tours are inclusive of food and beverages, late model comfortable transport, fees, taxes, and more. Full Day Scenic-Tours Destinations: Aoraki-Mt Cook; Kaikoura; Akaroa; Arthur's Pass; Lakes and Gorges. Half Day Scenic Tours Destinations: Sumner and Godley Head; Lees Valley; Lake...

Chauffeurnz.com operates in the South Island of New Zealand as a private passenger transfer service. New Zealand roads can be challenging at times so we guarantee your safety with experienced local drivers. Our clients range from family and friends to world leaders and celebrities every passenger is treated with our professional service. Our tours start from Christchurch City, Dunedin, Queenstown, Franz Josef, Auckland. We visit locations like: Kaikoura Whale Watch, Picton Ferry, Franz Josef, Queenstown, Milford sounds, Dunedin. Local drivers know the roads, and the best restaurants and activities so let us assist you with your next New Zealand experience. Activities and...

Cruise around Christchurch’s CBD or take a longer trip to view Christchurch from the Port Hills. Prefer something faster, take a motorway blast for a longer thrill. We aim to please, so tell us where you want to go, we will customize an exiting ride to suit. Wineries or the beach, or maybe just heading to the airport, let us take you on something different.

Kia Ora! Welcome to Ōtautahi - Christchurch. Known for its English heritage, our little city is located on the east coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Flat, bottomed punts glide on the Avon River which meanders through the city centre. On its banks are cycling paths, the green expanse of Hagley Park and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Riding a bike is simply the best way to discover our city. Let our guidance take you on a journey of Christchurch’s rich history, dating back hundreds of years to the early Māori and British settlers. Finally take a ride through the dramatically changing central city and discover how our place is reemerging after a natural disaster as one of the most...

We offer rides from 1 to 2.5 hours in small groups of up to 5 persons. All riding levels are catered for and one beginner per ride can be taken on a lead rope. The riding tempo is adjusted to suit the level of the riders. Icelandic Horses are small but they are very strong and can easily carry even heavy adults. They have a friendly nature and are relaxed and easy to handle. On all our horses you can enjoy the special gait called "tölt" which is unique to Icelandic Horses. It is about as fast as trot, but much more comfortable to ride. Opening hours are flexible and bookings are essential as the departure times vary depending on the tides. Our business is located close to Spencer...

Find out more about Christchurch’s rich history and vibrant past, the seismic forces, and the city’s plans for the future. Your knowledgeable local guide will take you to Christchurch’s major sights and heritage buildings, outstanding green spaces, as well as innovative new shops, buildings and art initiatives. All on the run - at your own comfortable pace. • 1 to 1 ½ hour running pleasure for runners of all abilities • Scheduled and customised running tours available • Personal or small groups (typically 2-4 participants per tour) • For tourists and business travellers We can also organise guided trail runs.

The "Cardboard" Cathedral opened after the devastating earthquakes of 2011 damaged the old Cathedral. It was one of the first new buildings to be constructed after the quakes and has become an icon of the city that is on every visitor's "must see" list. In the heart of the city, it is an extraordinary space. The walls are waves of cardboard drawing the eyes upwards and the roof is a thin translucent skin. It is one of very few buildings in the world made substantially of cardboard, and certainly the only Cathedral! Visitors are offered guided tours or brochures in a number of languages. The Cathedral shop sells a wide range of quality Cathedral and New Zealand gifts. The Cathedral...

Set aside a weekend for yourself and someone special in your life who deserves a little break, and feel refreshed and rejuvenated by our Christchurch Urban Wellness Escape. Staying for two nights in the modern Sudima City Hotel, enjoy a relaxing weekend experiencing some of the Christchurch’s ultimate wellness spots. Start your morning right with the highly sought-after Sunrise Soak session at He Puna Taimoana New Brighton Hot Pools, and enjoy meditation and a mocktail as you watch the sunrise over the ocean views. Clear your mind through unlimited access to yoga classes at Apollo Power Yoga studio, and unwind with a bike ride through Christchurch's famous Hagley Park. Wrap up your day by...

Founded in 1850 as part of the Anglican foundation for Christchurch, Christ’s College is an independent boys’ boarding and day school. Visit our unique campus with its outstanding collection of heritage buildings, located in the heart of the central city framed by the River Avon, and bordering Hagley Park and the Botanic Gardens. Our guides all have a personal link with the school. As either past students, staff or parents, their knowledge of and passion for Christ’s College shows. They would love the opportunity to share this with you. Begin your tour at 10am, and appreciate the architectural highlights of our campus, such as Big School, the Dining Hall, the Chapel and...

Walk in the footsteps of Clearwater graduates such as Jason Dufner, Bubba Watson and New Zealand's own World Number 1 Lydia Ko on our manicured fairways and greens surrounded by natural spring-fed lakes. The course features both the standard Par 72 championship layout (5 tees) and an Executive Par 60 “30|30″ challenge designed by Sir Bob Charles. Our championship pedigree is reflected in the attention to detail in the daily course setup and care. The course is playable by golfers of all abilities and offers a rewarding experience for players of all abilities. We are located just a few minutes from Christchurch Airport. Visitors are always welcome.

Crate Escape runs exciting escape room games in the middle of Christchurch. You and a group of friends are confined to a room, full of hidden clues, locks and puzzles for 60 minutes. Your goal is to solve all the puzzles and escape with time to spare! Crate Escape is great for friends and family or as a team-building activity for your staff, co-workers, school, club or other group. Everyone must work together to escape from the room.

Pickup in Lyttelton at Lyttelton Information Centre. Take to the Christchurch Gondola for opening at 10am. Wait while you go up and down. Travel into the city by trike and CBD trip around the city. You are then free to enjoy time in the city. We would suggest you do the HOHO tram trip also around the central city(this goes where we cannot!) and gives a very good history of the city and how the earthquakes affected the city. The tram trip and gondola have a combined ticket that may be prebooked or purchased at the Gondola. Other suggestions Art Gallery, Arts Centre, Ravenscar House, Botanic Gardens, and Earthquake memorial. We can then meet up again and transfer you back to Lyttleton by...

Explore Christchurch City with Endeavour NZ Tours. We start the day by collecting you from your accommodation in Christchurch City before taking you to the Antigua Boatsheds for a Punt along the Avon River. We will provide a warming cup of tea or coffee for you. A ride on the historic trams follows before a food tasting at Little High Eatery, a wider tour of Christchurch City, its coastline and port town of Lyttleton then a ride up the Christchurch Gondola for incredible views of Christchurch and Canterbury. We will return you to your accommodation.

Epicentre Cycling is based just 5oom from the entrance to the amazing Christchurch Adventure Park in the Port Hills of Christchurch. From the shop it is an easy short ride to a number of entry points to the Port Hills Trails network. There is something for everyone in the Port Hills, green trails for beginners, intermediate, black and expert trails all offering fantastic views across the city to the Southern Alps or across the harbour to Banks Peninsula. Just an hour and half drive away is the Craigieburn Trails network in the heart of the Southern Alps. The trails here have some of the best backcountry trail riding in the South Island. All our bikes can be hired for multiple days and taken...

Discover locally made and sourced products including Mons Royale merino clothing, outdoor and travel accessories, along with a wide range of unique gifts. If you’re looking for imaginative, innovative and inspiring products that reflect New Zealand's distinctive culture, heritage and lifestyle look no further.