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Canterbury Sightseeing

Coastal and mountain experiences combine to make Canterbury a place where there's something for every traveller. Here you'll find many worlds within one region.

New Zealand offers the best sightseeing in the world. Take a sightseeing tour of Canterbury, New Zealand, and see famous attractions, scenery and beautiful eco locations.

Select sightseeing in Canterbury, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Canterbury area.

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  • HANMER SPRINGS HELICOPTERS - South Island locations

    We are specialist helicopter and charter operators based from Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Destinations include Marlborough, Tasman Bay, Kaikoura, Akaroa, Mt Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Joseph Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound. We provide personalised charter and scenic flights in modern aircraft. Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our highest priority...(more)

    Phone
    64 3 315 7758
    Mobile
    +64 27 432 5085
    Toll Free
    0800 888 308 (only within NZ)
    Address
    PO Box 49, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

 

  • AIR SAFARIS AND SERVICES - Tekapo

    Spectacular and unforgettable Grand Traverse scenic flights of the Mount Cook and Westland World Heritage Parks. Explore the alpine wonderland of New Zealand's highest mountains and largest glaciers on this incredible flightseeing experience. Depart hourly from Lake Tekapo, Glentanner Park and Franz Josef on modern well equipped aircraft. All window seats...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 680 6880
    Address
    PO Box 71, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand
  • BACKTRAX QUAD BIKE TOURS - Hanmer Springs

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    Join BackTrax for a great day out. Experience the thrill of driving your own fully automatic Quad Bike through some of Hanmer Springs most spectacular alpine region. Ride farm tracks, rivers, etc and enjoy the stunning views. A fully guided experience can be tailored to your own abilities. Great fun!..(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 315 7633
    Toll Free
    0800 422 258 (4BACKTRAX) (only within NZ)
    Address
    PO Box 124, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
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  • BLUE STAR TAXIS - Christchurch

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    Our friendly and knowledgeable staff can design a tour to suit your interests and available time. Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, the vineyards, gardens, farms, restaurants or longer tours to suit your requirements. For the personal touch, economical rates plus privacy and friendly service phone Blue Star Taxis – Christchurch's largest taxi company...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 3799 799
    Address
    515 Moorhouse Avenue, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • CANTERBURY AVIATION - Christchurch

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    Personalised Scenic Flights and Air Charters. Enjoy uninterrupted views of the majestic Southern Alps en route to Milford Sound, Queenstown, Mount Cook or a fine wine trip to Marlborough. Five passenger Cessna alpine aircraft--beautifully presented and well maintained for your safety and comfort...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 359 8006
    Address
    PO Box 14-235, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • GOLD BAND TAXIS - Christchurch

    Christchurch offers the visitor a wide range of things to do and see. Whether you only have an hour or two, or you have a few days to spend sightseeing, Gold Band Taxis can provide you with a knowledgeable personal tour driver. G2606...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 3795 795
    Toll Free
    0800 3795 795 (only within NZ)
    Address
    193 Montreal Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • HANMER SPRINGS HELICOPTERS - South Island locations

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    We are specialist helicopter and charter operators based from Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Destinations include Marlborough, Tasman Bay, Kaikoura, Akaroa, Mt Cook, Fox Glacier, Franz Joseph Glacier, Queenstown and Milford Sound. We provide personalised charter and scenic flights in modern aircraft. Your safety, comfort and enjoyment are our highest priority...(more)

    Phone
    64 3 315 7758
    Mobile
    +64 27 432 5085
    Toll Free
    0800 888 308 (only within NZ)
    Address
    PO Box 49, Hanmer Springs, New Zealand
  • INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE - Christchurch

    Very few people have the opportunity to experience the awesome and magical beauty of Antarctica firsthand. Our aim is to recreate the atmosphere and environment of Antarctica, providing visitors with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of the 'Great White South'. For most people this will be the closest they will be able to come to experiencing this continent...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 353 7798
    Toll Free
    0508 PENGUIN (0508 736 4846) (only within NZ)
    Address
    38 Orchard Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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  • SPRINGFIELD VISITOR INFORMATION - Springfield, Canterbury

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    Springfield Visitor Information is based at the Springfield Railway Station, on the Tranz Alpine rail journey from Christchurch to Greymouth. Sit and enjoy the majestic view of the Torlesse Range over a coffee and food from the Station 73 Cafe, and browse the information about local tour operators and accommodation...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 318 4000
    Address
    PO Box 8, Springfield 8170, Canterbury, New Zealand
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  • WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

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    Just 15 minutes from Christchurch, you'll find a world of fascination and knowledge. Our New Zealand experience brings you face to face with many of New Zealand's native and introduced animals. Our kiwis can be viewed in New Zealand's largest nocturnal house—by day. Night kiwi viewing outside, under the stars...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 359 6226
    Address
    60 Hussey Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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