Welcome to Akaroa

A beautiful drive from Christchurch of just 75 kilometres, is Akaroa a historic French and British settlement located in the heart of an ancient volcano. A popular place for both locals and tourists, with many Christchurch people owning a batch in this sleepy little town that has grown up into a destination spot.

This village has colonial architecture, galleries, craft stores, and cafés, a popular place for cruise ships to stop. If you just want to take a relaxing stroll around the town or stretch your legs exploring the area it is a great place to visit.

All Natural High Bike hire for every journey

Whether it’s exploring the city, heading off on an extended cycle tour or hitting up Christchurch’s MTB trails, we’re sure to have the right bike for your South Island adventure.

Amuri Alpine Rafting

Thinking of heading to Hanmer Springs? Come and visit us at Adrenaline Canyon Adventures and Amuri Jet for a range of adventurous, exciting and fun activities for all ages that New Zealand has to offer.

Whilst taking in the magnificent beauty of the surroundings of this thermal Alpine Village. 

Welcome to Arahi Tours Christchurch

To discover, show, guide and protect we are a small boutique tour company, member of the Professional Association of Tour Guides in New Zealand.

Vicky's tours are uniquely designed, client-driven, flexible and relaxed.
We explore Christchurch, Akaroa, Mountainous regions, talk about the history and Volcanoes, hike a reserve, brew tea and coffee.

We offer a range of tours from half to full day tours and much more.
Book now to design your unique adventure with Arahi Tours.

Why fly with us?

Ballooning Christchurch - escape to a world of peace and tranquility.  Hot Air Ballooning is a magical experience and a flight with Ballooning Canterbury offers panoramic views across the fertile Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps.

There is nothing quite so romantic and exciting as floating effortlessly over an ever changing landscape.

Bridle Path Walk

The main access to the Bridle Path and nearby tracks is from the gondola car park in Heathcote, Barnett Park car park, the Summit Road, and Evans Pass Road. Some car parking is available at either end of the closed section of Summit Road.
Be prepared this is a hill and you will be in for a good workout as it is a steep walk however once at the top views from the summit are well worth the effort.

CanNZ Tours Christchurch

Looking for a personal tour guide?

I can guide you in either English or Japanese!

I’m now in my 25th year of guiding in Christchurch and look forward to welcoming you to our garden city.  Whether you want to see Christchurch or view the Southern Alps from the Tranz Alpine train, see Aoraki Mount Cook, go whale watching in Kaikoura or take a Waipara winery tour I can put together customised tours to cover everything you want to see on your visit to this beautiful part of New Zealand.

Since 2012 Canterbury Kayaking in Christchurch has been the industry leader in multisport kayak instruction. We are a relatively new organisation, with a vision to provide you with a more effective way to reach your goals than has ever been offered before. 

Christchurch Cardboard Cathedral

The Cardboard Cathedral, formally called the Transitional Cathedral, in Christchurch, New Zealand is the transitional pro-cathedral of the Anglican Diocese of Christchurch, replacing ChristChurch Cathedral, which was significantly damaged in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake.

Up For An Adventure in Christchurch?

Your base for epic adventures and chilled out downtime set in Christchurch’s Port Hills. Race through the valley on the dual zip-line tour. Take in the stunning views from the chairlift or walking track. Be totally stoked out by the stunning machine and hand-built mountain bike trails or just chill out on the large deck of our Café nestled in the Pine forest.

The Adventure Park experience is yours for the making and we can't wait to share it with you.

Downhill mountain biking Ziplining and Sightseeing in Christchurch

Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour

Christchurch Earthquake National Memorial.

Oi Manawa Canterbury Earthquake Memorial is a place for people to reflect on the devastating 2010 and 2011 Canterbury earthquakes and their far reaching impacts.

The Memorial is located on the edge of the Ōtākaro/Avon River between Montreal Streetand Rhododendron Island. The site was selected following feedback from bereaved family members.

Kia ora

Welcome to Canterbury Museum. Visit and explore New Zealand's rich cultural and natural heritage. Learn about the past, present and future of Canterbury. There's always lots to see and do at the Museum.

Encounter kiwi-ana and many other subjects that over 700,000 people do a year with 80% of all tourists visiting Christchurch attending the museum.

Entry to the Museum is free; donations are appreciated.

Welcome Aboard the Christchurch Tram

All aboard the Christchurch Tram - one of the most iconic things to do in the city of Christchurch.

Great packages available to choose from.

Tour the city hop on off where you want to or try the Tram Restaurant for a great meal on an historic tram.

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Intended to be a peaceful place in the Christchurch central city for people to sit and reflect, among grass and gardens.

Fourteen cherry trees, seven kowhai trees and over 50 different species of plants will bring increasing amounts of colour as they get established. The existing four trees on the site were also left in place.

In the middle of the site there is a stone feature with water running along it that trickles into the garden.

There is also a place where people can leave mementoes and flowers next to words of remembrance.

Welcome to Discovery Travel Christchurch

We operate at the highest end, personally guided tours around Christchurch and Canterbury.   

You will travel with a personal driver and private vehicle.
We offer set itineraries (under 'Day Tours'), however as all tours are private, we are able to accommodate any requests to alter itineraries, as required.

We do not offer scheduled tour departures or put groups together. 
You will not be travelling with strangers.   
All group sizes are catered for, as we have a number of different size modern vehicles.

Ernle Clark Reserve Christchurch

Just a short walk.

Start at Earnlea Terrace opposite South Library on Colombo St. Follow the formed gravel path beside the river through the beautiful woodland reserve Ernle Clark. For a longer walk, continue along the sealed path by the river, cross Cashmere Road to reach Cashemere Valley Reserve 30 minutes return.
Although it is a short walk it is interesting and definately worth a look.

Its a shared use walkway and dogs need to be on a leash.

Welcome to Christchurch the Garden City of New Zealand

Without a doubt the most scenic city in the country with its expansive parks steeped in history and suburbs of well-tended gardens, it is little wonder that Christchurch has laid claim to this title for a hundred years.

Traditional streets and buildings many of them restored to take you back to a very English heritage, now a magnificent city of colours and seasons that may well also claim a title of being ecofriendly in the future.

Glenstrae Four Wheeler Adventures in Kaikoura just over 2 hours from Christchurch.

Ride your own quad bike or enjoy a guided ATV tour in our 8 wheel Argo.

We offer guided tours over our 1600 acre third generation working farm, taking you right out to the Haumuri Bluffs on the Kaikoura coastline with a magnificent backdrop of the snowcapped Kaikoura ranges. 

This walk showcases some of Canterbury's most spectacular coastal views, a penguin colony, quirky old baches and a slice of New Zealand's military history.

Halswell Quarry Christchurch Walks

Duration of walk: Various walks ranging from 5 - 40 minutes with the opportunity to combine walks its up to the individual to pick the route and pathways the quarry has picnic areas and includes walkways around the lakes and sister city gardens great asset for Christchurch.

Start location: All walks can be accessed from the car park off Kennedys Bush Road we found the first stage walking up to a viewing platform to be the most challenging once past this it is fairly easy.

Harry Ell track on the Christchurch port hills would be one of my personal favourite walks to do and I never tire of walking it. As it can be started from a variety places and takes you through different scenery from open areas with views of the city to bush with native birds.

Horseshoe Lake Reserve Christchurch

Horseshoe Lake Reserve or Waikākāriki as it was once called is a beautiful and peaceful wetland reserve, with a small wooden jetty on the lake located at the carpark off Lake Terrace Road.
Feeding the Ducks, Geese and Swans is a favourite for a lot of families "just don't feed them up close to the road".

Kaituna Valley Scenic Reserve

If you want a tranquil spot for a family picnic then head to Kaituna Valley Scenic Reserve.  It has a large picnic area, a stream where the kids can splash about, and a short walking track that is ideal for families with young children.

A little further up the valley is the start of the Kaituna Valley Packhorse Hut Track. This 4km track ambles through pasture and then forest, crossing the valley stream several times.

Lancaster Park Christchurch

Lancaster Park was named after Benjamin Lancaster, the first owner of the land.
Many years later as sponsorship took hold it become known as Jade Stadium then AMI Stadium, was the main sports stadium in Christchurch and home to the successful rugby team the Crusaders.
The stadium was closed because of the severe damage sustained during the February 2011 Christchurch earthquake and has now been demolished, but remembered by many.

EDORAS TOUR CHRISTCHURCH

Welcome to Hassle Free Tours Christchurch - are you a Lord of the Rings fan and want to see some of New Zealands remarkable country where the Lord of The Rings Edoras filming took place.

Join us on the Lord of the Rings Tour and journey to the LOTR filming location: remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country station, home of Mt Sunday.

See how this peaceful mountain was transformed into Edoras, the capital city of the Rohan people in the Lord of the Rings trilogy.

Welcome to the Tug Lyttelton Christchurch New Zealands oldest Steam Boat

Throughout the summer season, usually from Christmas to April or May, the Society operates a Sunday afternoon harbour cruise to the Lyttelton Heads.

The vessel departs from No. 2 Wharf at 2:30 p.m. and returns to her berth at4.00 p.m.

During the cruise passengers are able to view the workings of a steam ship that is over 100 years old, along with visiting bays with historical significance in the Canterbury region.

The souvenir shop and kiosk are open during the cruise.

Mt Thomas 40 minutes drive from Christchurch central is part of the Mt Thomas forest park.
To the top of the summit it is 1023m where you can sit and take in the fantastic views of the Canterbury Plains, Banks Peninsula and the Southern Alps.

You will also see thousands of beach trees as you walk the track coverd in honey dew, great for the honey bees.
And if you want drink form the crystal clear streams and listen to New Zealand  native birds singing their song.

New Brighton has seen two piers in its time. The original one was of wooden construction, opened on 18 January 1894 and was pulled down October 1965. This pier was 700 feet (210 m) long. At one stage the pier had a “penny arcade” full of games and amusements along the traditional British style of pier. Also a popular nightclub called the Shoreline was situated at the shore end of the pier where the library now sits.

Welcome to NZ Look Shuttles

NZ Look Shuttles is the only private hire service in Christchurch that offers tailored, flexible shuttles that operate 24/7.

We help travellers from around the world get places in Canterbury. 

Got somewhere to be then we'll get you there on time and stress-free. Business. Leisure. Adventure.

Otukaikino Track Christchurch New Zealand

The track is divided into four sections and linear walks can be created around these to suit individual needs.
The main entry points are Darroch Street Reserve, The Groynes dog park, Clearwater Resort and Roto Kohatu Reserve. 

Starting from Darroch Street, the track makes its way through the countryside before coming to the dog park in The Groynes. Be aware that because of the popularity of the park there may be dogs loose on the walking track.

Welcome to Porters Ski Field

It’s so easy! Porters is the closest ski area to Christchurch, with a short access road, fantastic learner slopes and a mountain of terrain for experts. Everything is here for you at Porters; it’s designed to make your day as much fun as possible.

Porters offers some 285 hectares with 678 vertical meters of winter playground for you to enjoy and explore.

It has beginner and intermediate facilities as well as advanced runs, including the aptly-named trails Big Mama and Bluff Face.

Quake City Christchurch

Quake City tells stories of heroism, hope and loss from the Christchurch Canterbury earthquakes. It explains the science and the phenomenon of liquefaction - when the shaking liquefied the ground and it bubbled up burying streets and sinking buildings.

Welcome to Rangitata Rafts a family owned adventure business

We are all about Kiwi hospitality, we offer some of New Zealand’s most remote and exhilarating whitewater rafting trips.

With Grade 2-5 rapids we have something for everyone!

In the ZONE River Road Walk

If you enjoy a walk with scenery and haven’t tried the River Road section yet it is worth having a wander.
Starting at Fitzgerald Avenue and ending at Dallington Terrace is a walk of hidden gems such as Letterbox Love, River Retreat, fruit trees, Playground with a Toddlers pool and a community garden all part of the Red Zone.

As you near the cleared land area, it has a park like look about it you can see the love that has gone into making this vast area something special.

Welcome to the Sign of the Kiwi Christchurch

Within this beautiful historic building with a rich history is a cafe serving coffee and scones along with other delicious foods or even ice cream. 

This is a fantastic cafe to have as part of our cities food culture with a slice of Christchurch history providing great views across the city and a place to rest before continuing on with your day.

There is plenty of outside seating that you can sit with your dog or friends, some car parking is available and public restrooms are located next to the cafe.

Christchurch Lantern Festival

Has become an annual event with the last one having been held on the 22-24 February 2019.

A celebration of Chinese culture, celebrating the Lunar New Year with Christchurch people showing their love of China.

Thousands of Christchurch people turned out to experience the Chinese culture surrounded by hundreds of vibrantly coloured lanterns.
A free event which is for everyone and featured music, performance, dance, food and fun.

Southern Wanderer Scenic Cruises - Akaroa

Our boat is a 25-foot Stabicraft 759 powered by a Yamaha 300hp 4-stroke outboard.
Built in Southland and designed to excel in our coastal sea conditions, she is fast, comfortable, safe and is in survey for all of the South Island’s enclosed (including lakes) and inshore waters and much of the coastal waters between.
All passengers can be accommodated inside the cabin and out of the weather if they wish.
The cabin is heated and there is a marine toilet onboard.

Styx Mill

The Hussey View walkway follows the Styx River as it meanders slowly through the reserve. The main picnic area has a great outlook with ample seating, but please remember to take your rubbish with you as this reserve is rubbish free.

Styx Mill Reserve is near Northwood can be reached from Styx Mill Road and Husseys Road. Metroinfo (external link) has up-to-date bus information.

Get involved in your local or favourite park. Community interest in the whole Styx River catchment is represented through the Guardians of the Styx (external link).

Taylors Mistake a Christchurch beach has always been a very popular beach in Christchurch.

Surf Lifeguards patrol this beach over the weekends “Volunteers over summer", and paid Guards patrol during the week over the school summer break. There are rip currents to be aware of. It is generally safe to swim in surf under 1m.

It is at the starting point of the Godley Heads track well worth taking on a good day.

Welcome to Temple Basin

Temple Basin is 125 minutes from Christchurch and is an amazing ski and snowboarding area in the middle of the NZ’s Southern Alps, surrounded by the beauty of Arthur’s Pass National Park. It’s club-based which means it has a relaxed atmosphere but all are welcome to ski and ride it. People come to meet others, enjoy the wonderful snow and fantastic terrain. Most leave raving about the best skiing and boarding experience of their lives. In fact, many international boarders rank it as one of the best areas in the world.

The Terrace sitting opposite the river Avon in the centre of the city.

Once known as the strip which was in its day a popular place especially at night.

Tikao Bay

Instead of following all the holiday-makers who turn left at Barry’s Bay and head to Akaroa, turn right and head to lovely Tikao Bay.

This peaceful little bay is a just a 10 minute drive from Barry’s Bay but has a laid-back holiday vibe that will have you feeling relaxed in no time.

Nestled in the bush around Tikao Bay are a smattering of baches and holiday homes, but there are no shops or cafes so if you’re planning to spend the day chilling on the beach, pack a picnic.

Welcome to the TranzAlpine Christchurch to Greymouth

Take in the South Island’s stunning mountains and the vast Canterbury Plains aboard the TranzAlpine.

New Zealand’s finest inland rail journey.

Experience the South Island’s striking natural landscape by taking a train between Christchurch and Greymouth. Along this journey you’ll see epic vistas, travel the edges of the ice-fed Waimakariri River, traverse the Southern Alps, and see miles of native beech forest.

Tumbledown Bay

If you want a day at the beach without the crowds, head to Tumbledown Bay on the southern shores of Banks Peninsula.

The bay got its name from an incident involving too much alcohol and bottles being smashed after a tumble down a steep slope so it has long been a place for summer fun.

Sheltered by cliffs and a gentle surf, the bay is the perfect place for a paddle or a swim on a hot day. If you are lucky, you might spot hector dolphins swimming in the bay.