Activities in Canterbury, New Zealand. Canterbury, NZ Activities types include: Air, Helicopter & Balloon, Cruises, Sailing & Water, Cultural & Theme, Day Trips & Excursions, Family Friendly, Food, Wine & Nightlife, Heath & Beauty, Holiday & Seasonal Tours, Multi-day & Extended, Outdoor Activities.

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International Antarctic Centre

Attraction - Christchurch

The International Antarctic Centre is your destination for authentic, interactive fun and provides an exciting experience of Antarctica for visitors of all ages. It doesn't matter whether you're 2 or 92 - there's hours of fun here for everyone! You'll visit 'Antarctica' the snow and ice experience, survive an Antarctic Storm, learn about life in modern day Antarctica and Scott Base, and hang out with Little Blue Penguins! More...

H2 Explore Hovercraft

Sightseeing Cruise - Lake Pukaki

Step on board New Zealand's only commercially operated hovercraft and experience Lake Pukaki's famed scenic beauty and vistas of Mount Cook. H2 Explore is the only tourism venture on Lake Pukaki. Our hovercraft can travel to areas that until now have been largely inaccessible. More...

3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour

Multi-day Coach Tour - South Island

A three day tour offering the best the South Island has to give. Travel to Mount Cook, Queenstown, Milford and Dunedin before returning to Christchurch More...

Mount Cook Scenic Flight

Air Tour - Wanaka - Starting from NZ $435.00 per person

A breathtaking flight following the Southern Alps right to New Zealand's highest Peak of 3753 metres. Magnificent views of the world famous Fox, Franz and Tasman Glaciers. Departs from either Wanaka or Makarora. More...

Overnight Luxury Tour - Mt Cook and Lake Tekapo from Christchurch

Overnight Tour - Tekapo - Starting from $1250.00 per person

Enjoy a 2-day tour to Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo from Christchurch. Travel in a small-group in a Mercedes Benz minivan with your chauffeur/ guide. Spend the day exploring alpine walks and glacier valley in Mt. Cook and enjoy your evening stargazing in the largest Dark Sky Reserve in the world. Enjoy your lunch in Mt. Cook and splurge on dinner and breakfast with overnight stay in a 4-star accommodation in Lake Tekapo. Soak yourself in hot pools at Tekapo Springs before heading back to... More...

Jet Boat and Helicopter Combo Tour in Hanmer Springs

Helicopter Tour - Hanmer Springs - Starting from $565.00 per person

A must do activity in Hanmer Springs. Get a bird’s eye view of some of NZ’s best landscape. Enjoy the breathtaking views of the mountains, lakes, and rivers from a 40-50 minute helicopter ride with a 10 minute mountain landing, and then blast through a scenic river gorge on board a jet boat.

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Sunrise Kayaking Safari with Sea Wildlife in Akaroa

Kayaking - Akaroa - Starting from $130.00 per person

The Sunrise Wildlife Safari is our recommended Safari of the day! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle in an extinct volcano basin. Take in breath-taking scenery and have the chance to experience close encounters with some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins, white flippered penguins, and Orca located in Akaroa Harbor during their most active time of the day, only 80 minutes from Christchurch.
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Mount Cook to Wanaka Tour

Bus - Mount Cook - Starting from $221.00 per person

In the afternoon, depart the Mount Cook village and travel down the western side of Lake Pukaki at the foot of New Zealand's tallest mountain, Mount Cook.

On leaving the Mount Cook National Park, journey further south through the rugged high country landscape of the Mackenzie Basin with its hydroelectric system of lakes and canals. More...

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch

Day Tour - Hanmer Springs - Starting from $295.00 per person

Discover the picturesque village of Hanmer Springs on this full-day trip from Christchurch. Relax and rejuvenate in the hot thermal pools, ride a jet boat through Waiau Gorge and enjoy a cafe lunch in Hamner Springs. More...

Waimak Gorge Jet Boating from Christchurch

Jet Boating - Christchurch - Starting from $145.00 per person

Take the plunge on a jet boat ride through Christchurch waters and admire striking scenery! Weather you're pressed for time or can afford a half day, this adventure full of thrills and spills is suitable for the whole family.

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves Discovery Tour from Auckland - Day Tour - Auckland. Starting from $263.00 per person.

Leave the city bustle behind to witness a fabulous light show at the Waitomo Glowworm Caves. Marvel at the shimmering...

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