Christchurch Nature and Eco Tourism, New Zealand
HASSLE-FREE KAIKOURA TOURLocation: Christchurch Hassle Free Tours provides a full day tour that includes a scenic drive from Christchurch over the Canterbury plains before arriving in Kaikoura. This tour will be informative and entertaining with commentary from our local kiwi guides. On this tour, you'll have time to explore Kaikoura, go on tour with Whale Watch Kaikoura, and visit to a seal colony...(more)
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HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch Join us on a journey in the breathtaking Southern Alps of New Zealand to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station. Visit the most stunning and recognisable LOTR locations on this exciting day—Edoras! Tour includes a champagne picnic lunch and entertaining commentary from local kiwi guides. You don't have to be LOTR fan to enjoy this amazing day...(more)
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INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch West The International Antarctic Centre in Christchurch is one of New Zealand’s best tourist attractions. Offering an exciting for visitors of all ages. Experience the snow room, chill out with the Little Blue Penguins, or learn about life in modern day Antarctica. Take an exhilarating Hagglund ride and experience a 4D movie. It’s the coolest fun in town!..(more)
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KO TANE - Maori Cultural Experience - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch North Discover Tane Mahuta - the Maori god of the forest. Unearth a people and culture who live in harmony with nature. Ko Tane is a Maori cultural experience located at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Includes a Powhiri (traditional Maori welcome), cultural performance and entertainment, Maori village, Hangi Meal and an optional Kiwi Tour. Phone 3596226 for availability...(more)
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MOATREK NEW ZEALAND SMALL GROUP TOURS - NationwideLocation: Christchurch Experience the best of New Zealand's exceptional landscape and renowned hospitality with our small group tours ranging from 4 to 23 days. Visiting the North and South Island's most memorable destinations you'll discover natural wonders, beautiful private gardens and warm country hosts. MoaTrek's small group tours cater 18 travellers maximum and are designed for active travellers seeking unique experiences...(more)
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PACIFIC PADDLE COMPANY - ChristchurchLocation: Redcliffs Join the Pacific Paddle Company and take a private SUP lesson at a calm bay in Christchurch. Our company uses the highest quality boards and paddles designed by us here in New Zealand. See our website for excellent deals in an array of stand up paddle board gear. SPECIAL: Anyone who books through tourism.net.nz receives 20% off a new board...(more)
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POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks PeninsulaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Pohatu - the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. Visit this remote and beautiful area, meet the local experts and learn of conservation and day-to-day life of white-flippered penguins within the large Pohatu Colony by 4WD safari. Sea kayaking safaris give wonderful wildlife viewing opportunities and allow the adventurous to explore New Zealand's stunning coastline...(more)
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PUREPODS - Canterbury / KaikouraLocation: Little River PurePods is a nature immersion experience. Your own totally private slice of beauty. Your PurePod is made of heavy duty glass so you can see everything - from the sky above to the native plants growing beneath your feet. Pull back the sliding doors on all three sides and indulge the isolation...(more) |
RICCARTON BUSH & DEANS COTTAGE - ChristchurchLocation: Ilam Stroll through a rare and ancient native forest in the heart of Christchurch city - Canterbury's sole remnant of kahikatea floodplain forest. The 600-year-old kahikatea trees are the latest generation of a forest that established on this site 3000 years ago. Visit Deans pioneering cottage...(more)
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SCENIC PACIFIC - Christchurch, Queenstown, NationwideLocation: Christchurch 120 deluxe coach tours from two of New Zealand's top coach tour companies. Stunning tours of Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Waitomo Caves, the Bay of Islands, Christchurch, Queenstown, Mt Cook, Milford Sound and West Coast Glaciers. New Zealand coach tours are a truly exciting, refreshing and memorable trip of a lifetime. Over 70 years service to the NZ tourism industry...(more)
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TERRACE EDGE VINEYARD AND OLIVE GROVE - Waipara ValleyLocation: Christchurch Terrace Edge is located in the Waipara Valley, North Canterbury, and are committed to producing hand-crafted wine from organically grown grapes, table olives & extra virgin olive oil of premium quality. Visit the cellar-door for tastings while experiencing expansive views across the Waipara River. Take a short stroll to the spectacular Syrah block on "the edge"...(more)
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TUATARA TOURS GUIDED CYCLING TOURS - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch We specialise in fully-guided cycling adventures in the beautiful South Island of New Zealand—famous for its soaring mountains, extensive plains, forests, fiords, rivers, crystal clear lakes. Include the best elements the South Island offers with our tours from three days. The Hanmer Cycle Trail, Moana West Coast Cycle and the Tekapo Canal Trail... Tuatara Tours also provide combination walking/cycling adventures...(more)
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TUATARA TOURS GUIDED WALKING TOURS - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch We specialise in fully-guided outdoor walking adventures that are achievable for the average person. Our high quality walking tours have a mix of the best elements that the South Island offers. Tuatara Tours has a number of tour options including combination walking and cycling adventures. Each tour is fully guided with all luggage transported, great local cuisine and quality accommodation...(more)
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WARWICKZ FARM - Dunsandel, CanterburyLocation: Christchurch South With stunning views of the Southern Alps, only 40 minutes away from Christchurch. Enjoy friendly Kiwi hospitality at our popular bed and breakfast. Our comfortable rustic barn is designed to enhance your stay with all the conveniences of home, blended with the flavour of the country. Perfect stopover on your way South to Lake Tekapo, Dunedin, Queenstown and Wanaka...(more) |
WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch North Meet Kiwi, cheeky Kea, ancient Tuatara, our bush parrot the Kaka and the rare Takahe - New Zealand's Big 5. Close encounters of the 'wildlife kind' are a trademark. Feed wild eels and make friends with the livestock breeds unique to New Zealand. Hear the kiwi as they forage by your feet. Open from 9:30 am till dusk daily...(more)
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AGRITRAVEL INTERNATIONAL - New Zealand and WorldwideLocation: Christchurch Specialists in customised agricultural tours throughout New Zealand and overseas. Our tailor-made farm tour itineraries are countrywide and can include farm and/or technical visits, business meetings and conferences, farm stay, accommodation, transport, specialist guides, interpreters etc. We are proud to share New Zealand's rural heritage, developments, innovations and its unique landscape and culture...(more) |
AIR RANGITATA - Mid CanterburyLocation: Christchurch Airport Scenic flights and charters from the heart of the South Island of New Zealand. We're ideally located in Mid Canterbury just north of Geraldine. We fly in our high wing Cessna 206 aircraft which can seat five passengers and provides fantastic viewing and photo opportunities. Airport transfers from Christchurch to Queenstown or anywhere in between. Safety is our highest priority...(more)
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AKAROA FOX II SAILING AND WILDLIFE TOURS - AkaroaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Sail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch, the Fox II. See seals, penguins, albatross, and other sea birds on this sailing experience; as crew, or simply relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. 2.5 hours, departing twice daily from Dalys Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Perfect for company functions, weddings or private charters...(more)
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AKAROA SAILING CRUISES - Akaroa, Banks PeninsulaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Our environmentally sustainable and exciting harbour cruise around Akaroa Harbour is one of a kind! Enjoy an encounter with wildlife, on their terms without disrupting their environment, before having some basic, personal sail training. Our 47-foot classic ocean sailing yacht, Manutara, is one of the last A-Class keelers built. Guests will love this 2.5-hour sail experience cruise around Akaroa Harbour...(more) |
ALPACA FARM TOURS - AkaroaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Your Akaroa Alpaca Farm Tour experience takes you on a scenic-drive to the western-side of Akaroa Harbour to Shamarra Alpaca Farm. Our Akaroa alpaca farm has stunning harbour views. Alpaca farmers, Frank and Anya, will treat you to an interesting and interactive introduction to these animals (renowned for their ultra-fine fleece). Refreshments are included on these Akaroa farm tours...(more)
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ALPINE JET - SpringfieldLocation: Christchurch West Join us on the Alpine Jet, taking you deep into the foothills of the Southern Alps and through the stunning Waimakariri River canyon. Breathtaking views, wonderful mixture of scenery and excitement, our safari tour option doubles as an eco-experience with magnificent scenery, native bush and wildlife. We are located only 50 minutes from Christchurch Airport...(more) |
BLACK CAT CRUISES - AkaroaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin is the beautiful harbour of Akaroa, near Christchurch. Come on our two-hour nature cruise where we guarantee you will see dolphins or join us another day for FREE, you will also see fur seals, penguins and marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of the Supreme Tourism Award 2003/4...(more) |
BLACK CAT CRUISES - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch - Lyttelton Black Cat Cruises in Lyttelton Harbour provide ferry services to Quail Island and Diamond Harbour. Private charters also available. Discover and learn about the history of Quail Island, or pack a picnic and visit Diamond Harbour - great for swimming. Winner of the Supreme Tourism Award 2003/4...(more) |
CLARKS COACHLINES - New ZealandLocation: Yaldhurst One of New Zealand's premier touring coach and charter bus operators. With over 30 years experience, Clarks Coachlines have what it takes to satisfy. Our luxury tour coaches and charter buses provide air-conditioned comfort. We can assist to ensure you see the very best of what New Zealand has to offer...(more) |
COAST UP CLOSE AKAROA CRUISES - AkaroaLocation: Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula This exciting Akaroa boat cruise will take you outside the harbour and beside steep cliffs, archways and sea caves. The area around Akaroa is amazing - come explore it with a knowledgeable, local skipper onboard our comfortable, classic Kauri launch. Enjoy and photograph stunning scenery and abundant bird and wild life including the rare Hectors dolphins, fur seals and penguins...(more) |
FIRST LIGHT TRAVEL - New Zealand WideLocation: Christchurch We offer an extraordinary selection of unique small group tours, using the most qualified people, personalities, locations and knowledge. Trips range from guided adventure and dive tours through to educational tours with marine mammals. We are constantly striving to build greater ecological awareness of the highly sensitive and vulnerable nature of the environment...(more)
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HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - ChristchurchLocation: Christchurch Take an exciting jet boat ride on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station, and a scenic tour through the breathtaking Canterbury high country to Arthurs Pass National Park in the stunning Southern Alps of New Zealand on this thrilling day-tour. The return journey to Christchurch is on the world-famous TranzAlpine Train...(more)
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