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.

Canterbury New Zealand Activities

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East Cape
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 Mount Cook (108)
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 Tekapo (9)
 Twizel (11)
   Selwyn
 Arthurs Pass (26)
 Castle Hill (5)
 Otira (7)
 Rolleston (2)
 Springfield (3)
 Tai Tapu (1)
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 Geraldine (14)
 Timaru (1)
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 Waimakariri River (10)

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Air, Helicopter & Balloon (45)
Cruises, Sailing & Water (42)
Cultural & Theme (94)
Day Trips & Excursions (37)
Family Friendly (15)
Food, Wine & Nightlife (47)
Heath & Beauty (2)
Holiday & Seasonal Tours (1)
Multi-day & Extended (51)
Outdoor Activities (160)
Shopping (1)
Shore Excursions (38)
Shows, Concerts & Sports (13)
Sightseeing Tickets & Passes (9)
Tours & Sightseeing (106)
Transportation (56)
Walking & Biking (23)
Water Sports (41)

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Mount Cook Scenic Flight

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...

International Antarctic Centre

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...

3 Day Southern Highlights Scenic Tour

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...

H2 Explore Hovercraft

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...

16 Day Amplified NZ Tour

16 Day Amplified NZ Tour

Multi-day Tour - Auckland - Starting from $3070.38 per person

Starting from Auckland, we take our time making our way down the beautiful and volcanic North Island to New Zealand's capital, Wellington, before catching a ferry to cross the Cook Strait to get up close and personal with the best of the South Island.

Our Amplified tour comes complete with some very special inclusions: experiencing a Māori cultural night traditional hāngī meal, learning haka and poi dance, and carving your very own pounamu (greenstone/jade) pendant in Franz... More...


9-Day South Island Adventure from Christchurch

9-Day South Island Adventure from Christchurch

Multi-day Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $2285.00 per person

This 9-day tour, will take you on an unforgettable adventure around the lower South Island of New Zealand with a knowledgeable local guide. The first destination is the iconic Franz Josef Glacier, where the journey to get there is just as impressive as the destination. We'll visit Fiordland, revered as one of New Zealand's most scenic national parks where we board an overnight boat cruise through Doubtful Sound, rich in marine life and untouched rain forest. You will have a two full days to... More...

The Wigley: Top of the Tasman Glacier Hike

The Wigley: Top of the Tasman Glacier Hike

Glacier Walk - Mount Cook Village - Starting from $585.00 per person

Explore the immense beauty of the Tasman Glacier's upper snowfield.  Flying to 2200m in a skiplane (or maybe a helicopter depending on conditions), you are ready to explore ice formations in this ever-changing environment. Following your knowledgeable, professional, NZMGA trained Guide you will learn about New Zealand's awe inspiring big mountain country, the birthplace of New Zealand mountaineering. More...

Aoraki Mount Cook & Lord of the Rings Country

Aoraki Mount Cook & Lord of the Rings Country

Air Tour - Christchurch - Starting from $2155.00 per person

Allow for 2.5 hours (more if stopping for a coffee) for this epic awe-inspiring journey which will take you over the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps and on to Aoraki Mount Cook. 
There are 27 other mountains in this alpine backbone which peak at over 3000 meters and hundreds of others which make up
the famous Southern Alps. 
Visit the famous Sir Edmund Hilary Centre with the option for a coffee at the Hermitage Hotel. 
Fly home through Lord of the Rings country and see the... More...

Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Sightseeing Tour

Maori - Christchurch - Starting from $70.00 per person

This tour is specifically designed for cruise ship passengers arriving in Akaroa with a desire for a memorable experience, including panoramic photo opportunities, shopping, food, and a variety of activities of your choice.
Travel by luxury coach via the Scenic Summit road with panoramic views of Akaroa Harbour, Lyttelton Harbour and Christchurch City on this 6-hour tour. Experience local history surrounding Banks Peninsula, which is home to two extinct volcanoe,s with informative commentary... More...

Tandem Skydive 16500ft from Franz Josef

Tandem Skydive 16500ft from Franz Josef

Skydiving - Franz Josef - Starting from $419.00 per person

Skydive amongst mountains, glaciers, lakes, rivers and ocean views. Skydive Franz has New Zealand’s highest mountain Aoraki/Mount Cook and the biggest glaciers Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers immediately on the right and the wide blue ocean on the left. Multiple departure times. Allow 3 hours for your tandem skydive experience. More...

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POND COTTAGE - 5 STAR EXPERIENCEPOND COTTAGE - 5 STAR EXPERIENCE - Holiday Home.

POND COTTAGE - 5 STAR EXPERIENCE is situated in Oakura. The property is 16 km from New Plymouth, and complimentary...

Full-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from QueenstownFull-Day Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park Tour including Milford Sound Cruise and BBQ Lunch from Queenstown - Day Tour - Queenstown. Starting from $235.00 per person.

Milford Sound is arguably the most scenic destination in New Zealand, a must-see for any traveler. This is a small...

 

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