The Antarctic Attraction at the International Antarctic Centre,
located next to Christchurch International Airport allows you to
experience Antarctica in a fun, exciting all weather environment.
Experience real Antarctic conditions with Audiovisual and Touch
Screen technology and feel 'genuine' Antarctic wind chill or slide
down a snow slope in the Snow & Ice Experience. The New Zealand
Penguin Encounter is New Zealand's first combined indoor/outdoor
penguin viewing area with capacity to hold up to 26 rescued Little
Blue penguins in a Banks Peninsula natural themed environment that
can be accessed on two levels. While you're enjoying the
attraction, take the chance to enjoy the great Antarctic Haggland
Ride. The International Antarctic Centre, twice winner of the
prestigious NZ Tourism Awards for Best Attraction also offers
exclusive Antarctic Product in the Antarctic Shop and delicious
meals in the Cafe and Bar. Meeting rooms available. Spacious
function area for themed events.
Methods of Payment
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Amex
- JCB
- Eftpos
- Diners
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Address:
38 Orchard Road
Christchurch Airport
Harewood
8053
Christchurch
Phone:
+64 3 353 7798
Free Phone:
0508 736 4846 (NZ only)
Fax:
+64 3 353 7799
Departures
Open 9am - 7pm Oct-March 9am-5.30pm April-Sept
We Provide
Warm Jackets, over shoes for snow and ice room.
Transport
Penguin Express Shuttle from Cathedral Square $14 pp return departs every hour on the hour.
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