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Fast and fun action on the water. Tour around the Harbour an extinct volcano and out to the Heads with one of our tour guides through caves and around the peninsular. stunning scenery and views.

Kaikoura fishing tours is rated one of the best around with a friendly and experienced crew. Catch your dinner while taking in the majestic views of the mighty Kaikoura snow capped ranges while watching the cheeky Dusky dolphins put on a aerobatics display. Every thing is taken care of - we bait your hooks, make you tea or coffee, fillet your catch and tell stories to keep you laughing. On the return to port we lift some crayfish pots so you can sample some of the finest seafood Kaikoura has to offer the tasty Kaikoura crayfish.

Through our impressive collections, exhibitions, events and programmes we bring to life the richness of our unique heritage, inspiring visitors to explore and enjoy Kaikoura’s diverse and colourful history. Our long term display is uniquely presented in an awarding winning exhibition space which highlights the district’s fascinating connection with the spectacular ocean on its doorstep. New Normal - The Kaikoura Earthquake Exhibition New Normal is a compelling long term exhibition that looks at the impacts of the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake on our people, our landscape and our natural environment.

Spend your day getting close to nature. Travel by road through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where mountains meet sea. Kaikoura is world renowned for the variety of marine mammals which can be seen, not least of all the giant sperm whales and the acrobatic Dusky Dolphins. On your arrival in Kaikoura you will be transferred to a whale watch tour; by boat or light aircraft, the choice is yours. In the afternoon enjoy a café lunch (own expense) and then visit a seal colony where fur seals may be viewed at close quarters. On your return to Christchurch a stop will be made at a vineyard where a wine tasting has...

Kayak around the bays in Lyttleton Harbour. Fun for all the family.

Choose a mini adventure with Lakeland Explorer. The way to explore Mackenzie when your time is precious. Cycle hire from twizel information centre & mackenzie country hotel. Cycle trips with transport, go further afield to the best local trails. Alps2ocean cycle trail half and full day supported cycling trips. Stargazing, travel into star country right here at Twizel, Mackenzie Basin's International Dark Sky Reserve. Wonder, share and learn. Tekapo, Mt Cook, Twizel - Customised group tours and transport. Twizel - heart of the Mackenzie High Country and gateway to Mt Cook National Park has lakes, mountains, canals, sunsets, so much to see and photograph. Tell us what you want and we...

As a destination, Little River ticks all the boxes – great food, a fantastic art gallery and a warm and friendly welcome. One of the best days out on the bike you can imagine. Starts/Finishes: Christchurch. Ride 50km from Hornby to Little River (shorter or longer ride options available). Biking Grade 1- Easy country roads and trails. 9am: Pick up from Central Christchurch Accommodation. 3pm: Pick up in Little River and return to Central Christchurch Accommodation (timings flexible - just ask). Bike hire – standard or E-bike, helmet, pannier, bike pump, spare tyre and multi-tool. Pick up and drop off to your central Christchurch accommodation. Trail Map.

Melton Estate is a boutique winery featuring a modern restaurant and event venue set on 12 acres in West Melton. Melton Estate is an easy 25 minute drive west of Christchurch, and only 15 minutes from the airport. Melton Estate serves great food that is matched to our handcrafted boutique wines. Guests can sample local wines that include: Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Riesling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and an award-winning Sparkling Riesling known as “Summer Love”. The restaurant has an extensive menu including platters, salads and main meals. A range of homemade tasty desserts are a highlight. A children’s menu is also available. There is an excellent array of options for gluten-free...

Lord of The Rings and Hobbiton Scenic Location Explorer. Experience all the world-famous exciting highlights with superb magical scenery and fantastic inclusions. Enjoy Sir Peter Jacksons' magic of Hobbiton. step into the lush pastures of "The Shire" - visit the Green Dragon. Weta Workshop studio tours is a must see, your gateway to immersive film-making experiences in Wellington. It’s where you can take a journey from Middle-Earth to Tracy Island and beyond, pick up incredible collectibles from your favorite films, snap a selfie with a life-sized Hobbit troll, and watch a free short documentary about the history of Wetas' magical creativity on the Miramar Peninsula and much more.

We have an exciting day planned just for you starting with a pickup from a suitable locations of your choosing. That is about as hard as it gets. Just sit back, relax and enjoy our exceptional Cheeky Wine Tours service on this fantastic Waipara Wine Tour. We will give you a taste of New Zealand's finest wine. Red, white, bubbly, you name it, we got it. We will spend between 1 hour to 1 hour and a half at each winery. We don't want to limit your experience. We want to give you enough time to enjoy the wines, the scenery and to take as many pictures as you'd like. Sadly, we still have to make reservations at each winery we visit and therefore we do run on a schedule. Shh we cant give...

Combine the excitement of walking on a remote part of New Zealand's biggest glacier with the thrill of breathtaking scenic helicopter fly-bys of New Zealand's highest mountain, Aoraki/Mt Cook. Fly in either by helicoper or ski plane past Aoraki/Mt Cook. Go high alpine showshoeing in a snowy white wilderness at over 2100m with your professional guide. Try an adrenaline-pumping ice climb in the heart of the Tasman Glacier. After a thrilling helicopter flight to the best ice climbing location, our expert guides will quickly teach you how to master basic crampon and ice axe techniques. All of our guides are certified through the internationally recognised New Zealand Mountain Guides...

We offer a large selection of self-guided and guided cycle tours throughout New Zealand. We provide you with an itinerary and the required gear, while you enjoy the freedom and flexibility of doing your own thing and cycling at your own pace. Whatever your interests, timeframes or riding ability, we can provide you with the perfect biking tour. These tours showcase the diversity of scenery and great cycling on offer in Christchurch.

Based at the foothills of the Southern Alps, the captivating views will inspire your imagination while taking aim at your various targets. Clay Shooting - After many years of instructing at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School, London, Neil has now brought his expertise and enthusiasm to Canterbury. We have guns suitable for ladies, men and children. Our ambition is to show that clay shooting can be a sport for all. Air rifle target shooting. Archery - Our bows cater for all abilities. Knife throwing. Mini Olympic Challenge - A great competition with your mates, work colleagues, hen/stag parties. All our activities are fully supervised, and lessons and all safety equipment is provided.

We offer tours in both the North and South Islands of New Zealand. The lower North Island is relatively unknown as a cycling destination in New Zealand and yet has some of the best cycling routes in the country. We have picked a selection of cycling highlights from this part of New Zealand, on mainly sealed quiet country roads. Short van transfers allow us to keep to more scenic areas, gentle hills and quiet roads. South Island's West Coast has been popular with overseas and local cyclists for over 40 years. The range of natural scenery from the Canterbury Plains to the West Coast, down to Jacksons Bay and back over the Southern Alps to the Southern Lakes is one of the best tours in...

Paddle Board around the beautiful bays of Lyttleton.

We are a boutique tour operator specialising in exclusive, private tours. Join us to explore Banks Peninsula and visit Akaroa with its French heritage. A magnificent day with a spectacular drive over Bank’s Peninsula and views of Akaroa Harbour and remote bays. A picnic morning tea and many photography stops before reaching Akaroa. Take a harbour cruise to view the endangered Hector’s dolphins, NZ fur seals, little blue penguins and a range of pelagic birds. Café lunch in Akaroa, explore the village before returning to Christchurch with panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour and a picnic stop for NZ wine and cheese and can include a guided walk. Or join us at our holiday home overlooking...

Join us for a day to explore Arthur’s Pass in the heart of the Southern Alps on an exclusive, private tour. Board the TranzAlpine train to Arthur’s Pass and cross the Canterbury Plains, through the spectacular Waimakariri Gorge onto Arthur's Pass in the Southern Alps where you will be met by your Wildsouth Discovery guides and hosts. Explore the village, incredible Otira Gorge and discover the unique flora and birds of this beautiful area. Look for the world’s only alpine parrot - the Kea, enjoy a delicious picnic morning tea and short walks before lunch at a country pub with magnificent views. Return to Christchurch, stop for picnic NZ wine and cheese and visit Lake Pearson, Cave Stream...

Swim with wild New Zealand Fur Seals in the shallow waters of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula. You'll be a part of an intimate group of up to 10 like-minded adventurers suited up in warm wet suits and guided on your seal swimming experience. We cater for all abilities from experienced snorkellers to first timers. No experience is needed as our guides are very good at making people feel confident in the water. Plus, the wet suits we will give you will provide the same buoyancy as life jackets. This is an experience that you do not want to miss out on. Seal Swim Kaikoura has now been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for eight years running. Adults $120...

Get involved in a world-class astrophotography experience. Learn the fundamentals of taking photos of the night sky and deep sky objects using our telescopes and digital cameras. Bring your own DLSR camera or you can use ours. Tours will be customised depending on the weather and what you want to learn. To top it all off we will help you process the images post-capture. The location of our astrophotography site is truly stunning. Amazing 360° views over 25,000-acres nestled in the gold-rated Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve. Our fully guided tour departs nightly with a maximum of 4 adults per tour. This tour is pure magic if you are wanting to learn or extend your...

Tekapo’s ultimate stargazing tour, departing nightly. Silver River Stargazing is Tekapo’s finest, small group, 360° stargazing tour, giving you ‘bang for your buck’ and not compromising on quality. Discover the wonders of the night sky on our 1.5-hour experience, which includes 60 mins under the stars with a guide who knows the night sky intimately. We use powerful 14” telescopes and special astro-lasers for easy naked-eye viewing. Your guide will also take a group photo under the stars, which will be available for viewing and sharing online with friends and your's to keep free of charge.