Things to Do in Christchurch

See a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest and ice-fed lakes and rivers with your guide on a full-day tour of Arthur’s Pass National Park. Enjoy a packed lunch along the way.

Amiki offer inner city walking tours that share the local culture in a unique way with international and local visitors. The tours weave through laneways, gardens and hidden squares, past historic buildings and land marks revealing gems hidden in plain sight. Amiki share an often-forgotten Māori and European whakapapa (history) and perspective of Ōtautahi (Christchurch). As keen foodies Amiki have combined their passions for storytelling, with the region’s rich kai (food) and inu (drink) offerings, connecting guests to local unique people and places.

Experience Christchurch by land and water with a combo ticket to the hop-on hop-off vintage tram, a punt along the Avon River in a flat-bottom boat, and a ride on the Christchurch Gondola cable car.

Feel the wind in your face as you race your friends and family around our cusom-built track in a blokart. Fun, safe, accessible, sustainable, and much easier than riding a bike, our team of experienced instructors will have you successfully piloting your kart in a matter of minutes. Blokarting can be as thrilling as you want it to be with a range of gear designed to suit every need from the most timid to the most adventurous. Perfect for riders from 7 to 87+. Located just 15 minutes from either the port of Lyttelton or the CBD our site has a lovely backdrop of farmland and the Port Hills. We are proud of the accessibility of the karts, and can work with people with physical or other restrictions to help them successfully operate a kart. Blokart landsailing was invented in New Zealand and Velocity Karts is the only custom-built track in Australasia.

Discover the heritage city of Christchurch and its surroundings from a different perspective with a full-day pass for a hop-on-and-off tram and a roundtrip ticket for a gondola cable car ride.

Enjoy a private guided walking on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano within 30 minutes of Christchurch. Experience world-class views and see some of New Zealand's most stunning coastlines with an experienced local guide.

Relax in the Ōpuke Tranquility Pool with this entry ticket. Enjoy a premium, adult-exclusive experience where you can sit back and soak in a solar-powered pools while looking at the Southern Alps.

This tour has been the #1 bucket list New Zealand adventure tour since 2005 and includes skydiving, bungy jumping, heli biking, white water rafting, hiking, kayaking, rock climbing, jet boating, high ropes and cross country biking in the price! Also included are 10 nights of comfortable dbl/twin share ensuite accommodation in modern, centrally located 4* studio apartments, plus breakfast and lunch daily. We deliver seamless, professional and fun once in a lifetime tours for visitors to NZ and our trips have been carefully planned to visit fantastic off-the-beaten-track locations as well as the spectacular must-visit destinations for which the South Island is famous. Our guides are experienced and 100% dedicated to the needs of our clients who come from a wide range of ages and backgrounds. Our tours are typically made up from a mix of solo travellers, couples, and friends and we also frequently run this itinerary as a private option for small groups and families.

Enjoy spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and Alpine scenery aboard the Christchurch Gondola with a roundtrip ticket. Walk the trails at the summit and enjoy refreshments in the Red Rock Café.

Discover Christchurch & Wine Country Explore Christchurch's vibrant city centre and renowned wine region on this intimate small-group tour. Admire the city's innovative architecture, street art, and charming streets. Then, journey to North Canterbury's picturesque wine country. Visit boutique wineries, meet passionate winemakers, and savour diverse wines, from aromatic whites to elegant Pinot Noirs. Enjoy a gourmet lunch at a local winery, featuring fresh, seasonal cuisine paired with exquisite wines. Your expert guide will share insights into Christchurch's history, culture, and winemaking heritage. With a maximum of eight guests, this tour offers a personalized experience. Includes: • Luxury transportation in a comfortable vehicle • Expert guide with in-depth knowledge of Christchurch and its wines • Visits to two or three boutique wineries • Wine tastings at each winery • Gourmet lunch at a winery with wine pairings • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Christchurch

Travel along the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing landscapes. Reach Arthur's Pass and see spectacular waterfalls and famous filming locations on this guided day trip from Christchurch.

New Zealand’s South Island hosts the purest natural landscapes you’ll ever experience. From the turquoise waters in Abel Tasman, pods of dolphins in Kaikoura and world famous wineries, discover nature's best on our Southern Loop adventure.

Enjoy a small-group day tour to Aoraki Mount Cook. Visit the picturesque Church of Good Shepherd on the shores of the stunning turquoise Lake Tekapo, and enjoy a scenic walk to see the Tasman Glacier.

This signature 6-day tour offers a perfect blend of travel per day covering the majority of top attractions in New Zealand's South Island, optional handpicked activities and accommodations. Experience the best of the South Island without the hassle of planning which attractions to visit, where to stay, what to do, all without driving long distances on your own. The itinerary ensures a relaxed experience. Enjoy the luxury of a private tour for your group. Benefit from a knowledgeable guide-driver and a vehicle exclusively for your group throughout the tour. Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own desired activities or opt for a range of exciting 9-10 optional activities, like a scenic helicopter ride, TranzAlpine scenic train ride, stargazing, jet boating, a Gondola ride, Kiwi park or Hot Pool Soak, Milford Sound cruise, a tour of Te Anau Glowworm caves, and Guided Kayaking or a Whale Cruise, or a Nature Cruise & an Alpaca farm visit. Choose to finish at Queenstown or Christchurch.

Step into the world of Antarctica. See, touch, and feel the wonders of the icy continent as you brave an Antarctic storm, see Little Blue Penguins, meet huskies, and ride in an all-terrain Hägglund.

Kiwi Adventures is a New Zealand-based tour and travel company specializing in creating memorable travel experiences. Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, Mountaineering History, Icebergs and Ice Caves, Panoramic Helicopter Flights, Photographer’s Paradise, beautiful lakes (Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki) and Lavender farm. We invite you to consider Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel as an integral part of your next adventure. Our private tour offers something for everyone.

Get ready for a full-day adventure from Christchurch to Kaikoura. Enjoy stunning coastal views, tasty local food, and the chance to spot majestic whales – an unforgettable day of fun and wildlife.

The 'Christchurch Highlights Tour' by Green Kiwi Tours is a history & nature based tour, perfect for getting a comprehensive overview of Christchurch city and the surrounding area. By joining us in our comfortable 10 seater van, we can offer a more personalised experience. Tour highlights: -Scenic drive around Lyttelton Harbour -Short walk at the hill top with stunning views -Morning tea at the Historic "Sign of the Kiwi Cafe' -Guided tour of Christchurch City -Visit the unique Cardboard Cathedral -Lunch at Riverside Market -Visit the bizzare earthquake damaged 'Redzone' Yes, we provide pick and drop off to your hotel or cruise ship! Join your local and knowledgable guide and feel good supporting a small family business.

Embark on an adventure from Christchurch into Middle-earth on a full-day tour to Edoras, the stunning alpine setting from the Lord of the Rings trilogy, nestled in Mount Potts' scenic landscapes.

Traveler pick up is offered. Customer can quickly input their location and request a ride. Our Drivers can use GPS for precise passenger pickup and navigation. Customer can view their ride history and pre-book rides. Passengers can monitor their ride's progress. A dynamic driver queue can help passengers get rides on time. Customer can book a taxi for a friend by providing their pick-up and drop details. Customer will get free wi-fi on board. Our services are always on time. Customer will excellent English speaking drivers.

Experience one of the most spectacular train journeys in the world from Christchurch to Arthur's Pass. Meet your guide for a full day of exploration through the South Island's remarkable natural landscapes.

Kiwi Adventures is a New Zealand-based tour and travel company specializing in creating memorable travel experiences. Let’s explore New Zealand's Tallest Peak, Aoraki/Mount Cook’s Māori Significance, Tasman Glacier – New Zealand's Largest Glacier, Unique Flora and Fauna, Mountaineering History, Icebergs and Ice Caves, Panoramic Helicopter Flights, Photographer’s Paradise, beautiful lakes (Lake Tekapo & Lake Pukaki) and Lavender farm.

Admire Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's tallest peak, on a small group tour from Christchurch. Visit Lake Tekapo, Lake Pukaki, and enjoy scenic walks, stunning views, and a delicious stop at Fairlie.

Enjoy a helicopter flight to one of our region’s world-renowned wineries to enjoy beautiful food and award-winning wines in the magnificent locations of North Canterbury With 2 wineries to choose from BLACK ESTATE is a flavorsome experience from start to finish. Consisting of 3 North Canterbury organic wineries and restaurant, that prides itself in delivering delicious organic and spray free cuisine. GREYSTONE WINERY is a 100% certified organic with BioGro. True fine wines are temporal, each vintage a fleeting snapshot of a place in time. Includes four courses with five paired wine tasting Your helicopter experience will take in wonderful views of the Christchurch and Canterbury.

See the sights of the Garden City with a full-day ticket to the tram in Christchurch. Hop on and hop off the heritage vehicle all day to explore attractions in the area.

Kiwi Adentures Tour & Travel offer an exceptional travel experience that combines comfort, reliability, and the excitement of exploration. Tailored Experiences: Our tour is designed to offer you the best of Christchurch, New Zealand’s natural beauty, from scenic landscapes to City tour, Gandolla, Airforce Museum, Botanic Gardens and International Antarctic Centre. Local Knowledge: Our experienced guides are locals who are passionate about sharing their deep knowledge of Christchurch, New Zealand’s culture, history, and hidden gems. Personalized and customize options available: We offer customizable itineraries, allowing you to select the experiences that match your interests. Seamless and Comfortable Transportation: Travel in style and comfort in our fleet of modern, well-maintained vehicles for your smooth journey. We invite you to consider Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel as an integral part of your next adventure. Our private tour offers something for everyone.

Join us for a half-day tour through Christchurch's stunning landscapes. We'll stop at historic stone rest houses, enjoy panoramic views of Lyttelton Harbour, and visit Sumner Beach.

Morning - Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti is an amazing labyrinth of giant limestone boulders. The area is rich with cultural and recreational significance and has been granted Tōpuni status “A symbolic cloak of protection”. Your guide will show you around, if you like you can have a go at bouldering and test your climbing skills, or use your time here to explore the endless maze of boulders. We stop here for lunch at Castle Hill. Afternoon - Cave Stream It will take us approximately 45mins to make our way through the 594 meters of the limestone cave. Our route follows the crystal-clear water through the winding chambers and small waterfalls. Not interested in caving? Nom problem your welcome to explore the paths and trails in the area or sit and relax with some afternoon tea in this very peaceful landscape instead of going through the cave.

Jump on a classic Edwardian Punt along the Avon River for a 30-minute ride to see Christchurch. Enjoy spectacular views of snow-capped mountains and Alpine scenery aboard the Christchurch Gondola.

We specializes in providing a range of guided travel experiences, often focusing on adventure and exploration. Embark on a memorable 6-hour Akaroa day trip from Christchurch, where you’ll have the opportunity to discover New Zealand’s stunning volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery. This tour offers a comprehensive exploration of the region, with a guide providing expert insights into the area's rich history and natural beauty. Key highlights of the tour are passing by Governor’s Bay, Banks Peninsula Views, Akaroa Village, Cheese Tasting, Catamaran Cruise for dolphins watching, Optional Lunch Upgrade. The guides are knowledgeable about local customs and history, ensuring an enriching experience throughout your day. Best Tour with reasonable guaranteed price. We invite you to consider Kiwi Adventures Tour & Travel as an integral part of your next adventure. Our private tour offers something for everyone.

Enjoy amazing animal encounters at Orana Wildlife Park, New Zealand's only open-range zoo. Hand-feed giraffe, meet rhino up close, see New Zealand's only gorillas, observe kiwi, and much more.

This is a private small group tour for up to 11 people. The route around Christchurch and Lyttelton takes you over the old volcanoes of Banks Peninsula with varied scenery onto some of the smaller, less traveled roads to some uniquely scenic places. With approximately 6 hours 30 min from start to finish we will spend about 5 hours 30 min exploring points of interest etc. and an hour driving from point to point on the itinerary. We are happy to customise your tour to include attractions such as the International Antarctic Centre or Willowbank Wildlife Park (cost extra) , etc. We are locals and give an in-depth commentary covering the volcanoes, NZ and local history, earthquakes etc. and have been proudly sharing our back yard with visitors for over 25 years.

This one way small group tour offers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and breathtaking scenery, taking you from the adrenaline capital of Queenstown to the vibrant city of Christchurch.

A day trip to Arthur's National Park offers a variety of green fields to rugged mountain ranges, lush forest, and ice-fed lakes and rivers and an optional guided walk with your guide to explore, biggest waterfall. Travel along the Great Alpine Highway through the ever-changing landscapes. Explore Lake Lyndon, castle Hill (famous for massive limestone boulders and rocks), Otira Viaduct Lookout (famous piece of infrastructure for scenic view), Arthur’s Pass National Park, Powerfull Devils Punchbowl Waterfall and Cave Stream Scenic Reserve.

Admire Aoraki Mt Cook on our 1-way trip from Christchurch to Queenstown. Enjoy breathtaking views, local stories from our guide, visit Lake Tekapo and a delicious lunch from Fairlie Bakehouse.

The 30 min drive up to the climbing area will take you through some of Christchurch’s most affluent suburbs, affording uninterrupted views from the Pacific Ocean to the Southern Alps in the west. Our climbing areas are scattered across the summit of an enormous extinct volcano that formed Banks Penninsula and Lyttelton Harbour. With over 2000 established climbing routes, Christchurch is one of the largest and most popular climbing areas in New Zealand. Your guide will set up the ropes and give you a safety briefing and belay lesson before you start your first climb. Once you’re feeling confident with the climbing systems your guide will review the abilities of the group and continue to set up some climbs that will be challenging, achievable and safe for the group.

Admire Aoraki Mount Cook, New Zealand's tallest peak, on a small group tour from Tekapo. Visit Lake Pukaki, enjoy scenic walks, stunning views, and a delicious lunch from the Fairlie Bakehouse.

The West Coast of New Zealand offers a unique holiday experience, featuring scenic roads, breathtaking landscapes, and picturesque spots. This iconic route takes you on a bucket list adventure along the ever-changing coastline, passing through hidden gems and towns, and offering endless opportunities to stop and explore. Join us as you hop on the train towards Greymouth in the morning offering views only possible through the Tranzalpine, this allows a panoramic landscape of the Majestic Southern Alps up close. Upon collection, our guide will take you the rest of the way in this small group tour to Franz Josef.

See the sights of Garden City at your own pace with a full-day ticket for the Christchurch Tram. Climb aboard an Edwardian Punt and take a 30-minute guided ride along the Avon River.

The West Coast of New Zealand offers a unique holiday experience, featuring scenic roads, breathtaking landscapes, and picturesque spots. This iconic route takes you on a bucket list adventure along the ever-changing coastline, passing through hidden gems and towns, and offering endless opportunities to stop and explore. You will be driven in comfort in our modern, comfortable Mercedes Sprinter packed with extras, just to make your journey that bit easier. Led by our fun, knowledgeable and passionate tour guides, this journey will come to life in a new way for you. Memories made, hearts happy and photos a plenty in this tour!

Visit the only place to see New Zealand's 'Big 5' native wildlife, including the famous kiwi bird, all in one location! Get up close and personal with over 50 different wildlife species.

Spectacular scenery and lots of opportunity for adventure, this 8 day South Island adventure starts and finishes in the diverse city of Christchurch. Turquoise lakes, majestic glaciers, dramatic mountain peaks and the picture-perfect towns of Queenstown, Wanaka and Franz Josef are all a part of this epic road trip. With accommodation and some activities included (see below), our all-inclusive tours are hassle-free, authentic experiences for those short on time.

Discover the history of Ōtautahi, which is the Māori name for modern-day Christchurch, on a guided walking tour. Learn about the city's history and enjoy tastings from local producers.

This is an introduction to riding lift-accessed trails. Even if you've been riding trails for years this introduction will teach you the best stance and balance positions as well as developing braking and cornering skills to ensure a great introduction to riding at the Adventure Park. Lesson times daily - 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm Approximately 6 per group.

Ensure a hassle-free private one-way transfer from Christchurch International Airport to your destination in Christchurch. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.