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The concept is simple - take a brush in one hand, a drink in the other, now let’s paint a masterpiece. Join us for a creative night of drinking and painting in the heart of the city. No previous painting experience necessary. Get your creative juices flowing and your brush strokes going. We provide all the materials you need (high-quality canvas, acrylic paint, brushes). All you need to bring is your creative spirit (or find some at the bottom of a glass). At the end of the night you will leave with your own painting ready to hang up on your wall.

Experience paragliding in New Zealand with Parapro, the Christchurch based paragliding and paramotoring school. We offer a variety of paragliding and paramotoring courses, exciting paragliding tandem flight options, equipment sales, flying tours, and thermaling clinics. Christchurch offers one of the best places to paraglide. From only 20 minutes from the city centre, we have 13 take-off sites. On a good thermal day it´s not uncommon for paragliders to soar to 3500ft and beyond, overlooking the Southern Alps, the vast Canterbury coastline of beaches and Banks Peninsula. If you are seeking an adventure activity in Christchurch then its hard to beat the thrilling experience of...

Ravenscar House Museum is the stylish new home for Susan and Jim Wakefield's cherished art collection. The House Museum is a reimagining of Jim and Susan’s stunning home in the Christchurch coastal suburb of Scarborough, which was damaged beyond repair in the February 2011 earthquake. Step inside to discover works by well-known and much-loved New Zealand artists, displayed in the tranquil domestic setting of this new Ravenscar House.

0ur Resourceful Skills Workshop programme takes place at the beautifully restored Arts Centre. It offers a unique way to connect with Christchurch through local materials and creative skills. The programme ranges from tool sharpening and hand-darning through to spoon-carving and basket weaving. We run Monday, Wednesday & Friday ti kouka string making classes (10.30-11.30am) for visitors. This is a fun experience for all ages. Hear about ti kouka’s various uses, other resourceful traditions and learn about what we do at Rekindle. Our tours in the city centre explore Ōtautahi's long history of resourcefulness.

This tranquil 12 hectare reserve is located just 3.5 km from Christchurch city centre. In 1843 the area known to Maori as Putaringamotu – “the place of an echo” – became home to the pioneering Deans family, the first Europeans to settle the Canterbury Plains. The family’s dramatic story of endurance and tragedy; of dreams, love and promises, is woven into the fabric of these beautifully restored buildings and emerges as you explore the house, grounds and beyond. Join us for a guided tour of Riccarton House, visit Deans Cottage, take a peaceful stroll through the verdant bush or wander the park grounds before enjoying morning/afternoon tea, lunch and superb coffee, either in the Drawing...

Designed by women, specifically for women, this cycling tour is famous for its variety in landscapes, views and terrain. From riding relaxing 4WD tracks along stunning lake shores, to challenging uphill trails and the thrill of sweeping descents - this tour has it all. With countless points of interest, photo opportunities and the feeling of being on a true journey from one point to another, the end of a trip will never feel as sweet as seeing that ocean appear on the horizon and dipping your toe in the water to celebrate. Leave all the logistics, transport and accommodation to us, as we use our 25 years experience to make this trip easy, fun and safe for you to complete. We can't wait to...

Christchurch is where we live, and we love to show it off. Let us take you on what many consider the best hidden treasure and wilderness track in New Zealand. We start with a stunning harbour cruise and then take to the rugged hills. This track has something for everyone, and for every fitness level. Enjoy the many side tracks, photo stops and all the cosy, comfortable and quirky huts along the way. Your guide is there to take the load off and make sure you don’t miss a thing, so you can escape it all and have a true kiwi wilderness experience. 4 days/ Moderate/ Luggage Transport.

This track is sure to surprise and delight you like no other. With our private access, your view is never crowded and you can truly get away from it all. Escape, recharge, let us take care of the details and be ready to have a true kiwi high country experience. Moderate fitness is required on this track, however your luggage will be transported for you and you can walk on your own terms and at your own pace. Despite the remoteness, evenings are spent in comfort in purpose built huts with hot showers and flushing toilets and one of our great evening meals will soon bring everyone together. At night, the starry skies let us truly appreciate the breathtaking expanse and wonder of our NZ...

Enjoy a few days away on one of Aotearoa’s best private walkways, the beautiful Kaikoura Coast Track. But first you have the opportunity to choose from a range of optional activities to immerse yourself in local wildlife encounters. Once on the track we will encounter a diverse range of landscapes – from beach to farmland, native bush to stunning hilltop views. Think breath-taking nature, delicious food, great company and all logistics taken care of. And you don’t have to carry a heavy pack either. Join your knowledgeable guide and a small group of fellow nature-loving women and enjoy some coastal bliss. We have set the dates so you can also easily combine this tour with our other hiking...

This exciting 8-day hiking tour starts in Christchurch and includes two days of hiking bliss along the stunning Kaikoura Coast including rolling farmland, native bush and picturesque gorges. And of course, we enjoy the views of the nearby Kaikoura Mountains as well as the resident sea life encounters. From here we head to the remote Nydia Track in the Marlborough Sounds with its lush coastal and regenerating forest for two days. We enjoy beautiful scenery, great hiking trails and the comfort of a retreat. We finish off with a stunning day walk in Nelson Lakes National Park before we farewell you in Christchurch. Experience unique accommodation (have you slept in a yurt before?), hiking in...

South Island Adventure Fly Fishing provides affordable and very memorable fly fishing trips/tours to exciting and very scenic trout fishing locations in the beautiful Canterbury and Westland regions of New Zealand's South Island. All of our fly fishing is close quarters and very visually focused, as we target medium to large Brown and Rainbow Trout from 2.5lb - 10lb+ in very scenic river, stream and still-water locations. We always aim to provide the client with the trip of a life time, with every aspect of their preferences for scenery, wildlife encounters and fish species/size all taken into consideration when planning and executing their trip. Member of the NZ Professional Fishing...

It pleases us to introduce our range of exclusive small-group overnight and multi-day scenic tours. With a range of expertly prepared and carefully curated overnight, three day, and five to seven days duration tours, our scenic tours span the South Island of New Zealand, and have something for everyone. We can also provide photography tuition in addition to the tour itself at no extra fee. For the landscape and nature lover, we will take you to the place you need to be, often off the beaten path. Each tour is designed especially for small private groups of two to six guests and are all inclusive; everything needed for that tour is included in the price: All accommodation, meals,...

Long before New Zealand became a popular filming location for movies such as Lord of the Rings or X-Men Southern World was in the business of creating blockbuster vacations for travelers wishing to experience the best of what New Zealand had to offer. When you deal with Southern World you are dealing with experts. We are passionate about New Zealand and take great pride in delivering client satisfaction. We can create the ideal itinerary to suit your budget, interests and travel style. Southern World do not run regular tours we work with each individual client to come up with their own personal travel itinerary, no two clients are the same. Contact us today to see how we can...

Location - Mackenzie Country In the heart of the South Island, within a three to four-hour drive from Christchurch, you will have breath-taking views of mountains (Aoraki Mt Cook), glaciers, lakes and braided rivers. Extraordinary skiing for a range of skiing abilities can be found on a local glacier, reached only by ski plane or helicopter and accompanied by a guide. If you are looking for something a little closer to Christchurch and not so extravagant, stay in Lake Tekapo Village, visit the Earth & Sky Stargazing at night and ski Roundhill by day - the family-friendly place to ski. Tour Duration: Allow a minimum of two days.

We have a great variety of different race types, race speeds at Supa Karts Next Level, that allows us to cater from children as young as 4 years old, and our oldest racers are in their 90's. We have family rides, adult rides, race meets and competitions/leagues available. Our karts here are the fastest go karts in New Zealand with a maximum speed of 35kph, the maximum legal limit for indoor racing. We have an excellent fleet of top quality French engineered and manufactured, SODI Go Karts. Built for safety and speed, they can really get you around our track fast.

This Category 1 listed house is one of New Zealand’s most significant social and political landmarks. It was the home of Kate Sheppard from 1888 until 1902, during her most active years of the campaign for women's rights. Discover the story of Kate's life and family history, her hopes, efforts and achievements, and the legacy of political and social change she contributed to. Te Whare Waiutuutu Kate Sheppard House is now proudly cared for by Heritage New Zealand Pouhere Taonga. The stunning kauri villa sits on an acre of botanical beauty, hidden behind a tall green hedge in suburban Christchurch.

The 5.5 hour tour features wineries from this selection: Pegasus Bay, Greystone, Torlesse, Terrace Edge, Georges Road and Waipara Springs. The tour also includes a scrumptious lunch platter at one of the wineries. All wine samples and lunch are included. The experience is topped off with a friendly and knowledgeable driver/guide who will guide you through your wine experience. Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodation in central Christchurch is included. With over 100 5-star ratings across Google and Trip Advisor, this tour is often described as the best wine tour in the region.

Inside the walls of the old grain shed is a diverse and dynamic company of 60 permanent staff plus hundreds of artists and artisans who produce 19 productions each year. Over 150,000 ticket buyers enter The Court each year to feast on the varied offering of theatrical works, all created and produced on-site. The Court has matched the ever-diversifying Christchurch population and creates and supports work for everyone in our community including children and families, for the Tangata Whenua and for Christchurch’s growing Pasifika communities. There are upcoming shows for everyone, whether you like comedy, drama, musicals or family-friendly shows. The Court Theatre is your theatre....

The Gift Company showcases locally designed and manufactured gifts including a wonderful selection of thoughtful and quality homeware gifting ideas, gorgeous bath & body products, inspired accessories and some yummy treats. You’ll be sure to find the perfect gift for someone special or to spoil yourself.

Private custom tours, designed to give you understanding and valuable insights into the South Island. Your itinerary is carefully planned around your special requirements and interests. Your tour may include the South Island's main attractions, idyllic places off the beaten track, or a combination of the two. Your professional guide will bring to life the plants, wildlife and landforms that make the South Island so distinctive, as well as its rich Maori and European colonial history. Your choice of accommodation in lodges, hotels or B&Bs in bustling resorts, quaint towns or serene places in the middle of nowhere, you choose. Custom day tours from Christchurch are also available.