Canterbury is the largest region by area in New Zealand. Located in the South Island of New Zealand, and home to Christchurch, the "Garden City", Canterbury is a place of coastal and mountain experiences. The beautiful Canterbury plains are hemmed on one side by the rugged Southern Alps and by the Pacific Ocean on the other side.
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Canterbury

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

Related Canterbury Regions: [Arthurs Pass] [Ashburton] [Cheviot] [Fairlie] [Geraldine] [Hanmer Springs] [Kaiapoi] [Kaikoura] [Lake Tekapo] [Methven] [Mt Hutt] [Mt Somers] [Peel Forest] [Pleasant Point] [Rakaia] [Rangiora] [Springfield and Great Alpine Highway] [Timaru] [Twizel] [Waikuku Beach] [Waipara Valley] [Woodend]

 

  • ADMIRAL COURT MOTEL - Kaikoura (Accessible Accommodation) Comfortable four-star Qualmark-rated accommodation furnished with tasteful decor. Studio and family units all with queen-size beds, Sky TV and BBQ...
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  • ADVENTURE TRAILRIDES - Christchurch (Rental Motorcycles) Enjoy the thrills of offroad motorcycle and quadbike fun, riding the best high country trails in New Zealand. Trails suitable...
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  • AFFORDABLE CAMPERVAN HIRE - Christchurch and Auckland (Backpacker Transport) We offer the ultimate camper experience in New Zealand. Our range of two, three and two-plus-two-berth vehicles cater to families...
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  • AKAROA TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Akaroa, Banks Peninsula (Campsites and Holiday Parks) Stunning views across the majestic Akaroa harbour, and only a 300-metre walk to the main street—the ideal getaway from busy...
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  • ALBATROSS ENCOUNTER - Kaikoura (Bookings) Kaikoura has the greatest number of different seabirds in a small area. View these birds in their natural environment. Birds...
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  • ALPINE HOLIDAY HOMES LTD - Hanmer Springs (Self Catering Accommodation) Treat yourself to a home away from home this holiday! Whether you are coming for a romantic getaway, family holiday...
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  • ALPINE HORSE SAFARIS - Hawarden, North Canterbury (Sightseeing) Imagine spending your holiday on one of our exhilarating trail rides in the high country of New Zealand's South Island....
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  • ALPINE LODGE MOTEL - Hanmer Springs (Gay and Lesbian Accommodation) Range of warm, affordable accommodation in Canterbury's alpine thermal wonderland. Excellent facilities and close to the village amenities. Close to...
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  • ALPINE SPRINGS MOTEL - Hanmer Springs (Accessible Accommodation) Set in an acre of gardens next to the golf course. Delightful units with stunning alpine views. Sunny, private...
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  • ALPINE VIEW MOTEL - Kaikoura (Family Friendly Accommodation) Sparkling clean, ground level motel apartments, in a spacious garden setting close to the beach, and just 1.5 kilometres from...
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  • ALPS2OCEAN - Peel Forest, Canterbury (Sporting Fun) Welcome to the heartland of pristine New Zealand. We have created a 100% family-owned business committed to providing personalised guided...
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  • AMURI ESTATE RETREAT - Hanmer Springs (Exclusive Luxury Accommodation) Luxury boutique accommodation in Hanmer Springs. Relax and enjoy stunning alpine views, landscaped grounds and olive grove. You will be...
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  • ANZED CAR RENTALS - Christchurch (Rental 4WD, Mini Van and Buses) Top quality rental cars, 4WDs, MPVs, station wagons and hatchbacks. Highly recommended. Hundreds of customers testimonials. Warm friendly service at...
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  • AORAKI BALLOON SAFARIS - Methven, Canterbury (Family Fun and Activities) Once aboard the wicker basket, your magical flight begins. The peace and gentleness of hot air ballooning will surprise you,...
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  • AORAKI MOUNT COOK ALPINE LODGE - Mount Cook Village (Self Catering Accommodation) Style and comfort at an affordable price, this sparkling new affordable self-catering lodge offers 16 rooms with en suite bathrooms....
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  • ARDARA LODGE - Kaikoura (Motels and Motor Lodges) Self-contained accommodation in Kaikoura, independent from hosts accommodation with own separate entrance. The lodge is set on two acres of...
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  • ATOMIC TRAVEL - South Island (Transport Passes) Atomic Travel has daily services covering the entire South Island and operate scheduled personalised coach and shuttle services. Atomic Travel...
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  • BEALEY HOTEL - Arthur's Pass (Hotels) Range of extra-nice accommodation located in the Southern Alps, near Arthur's Pass, on State Highway 73, between Christchurch and the...
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  • BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and Akaroa (Eco and Nature Tours) The beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise...
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  • BRINKLEY RESORT - Methven (Apartments) Brinkley Resort is a High Country apartment-style resort nestled into the foothills of majestic Mt Hutt and only minutes from...
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  • CAMPA SOUTH RENTALS - Christchurch & Auckland (Backpacker Transport) Our campervans provide you the freedom to have your kind of holiday with no need for set itineraries or timetables....
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  • CANTERBURY LIMOUSINE TOURS - Christchurch & Canterbury (Limousines) Discover Canterbury with our exclusive tour and transport service. Boutique tours and luxury transport for individuals, couples and small groups....
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  • CENTRE HILL COTTAGE & ORGANIC FARM - Pleasant Point (Bed and Breakfast) Farm-stay retreat and organic farm in South Canterbury. "Where tomorrow is a world away from today". Secluded private accommodation for...
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  • CHARWELL ECO LODGE - Hanmer Springs (Eco and Nature) Guests choosing to stay at Charwell Lodge can be assured of the genuine and warm hospitality of their hosts Bill...
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  • CHELTENHAM HOUSE - Hanmer Springs (Holiday Houses and Vacation Homes) Len and Maree invite you to relax in our luxury accommodation in Hanmer Springs. "Cheltenham House", a bed and breakfast...
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  • COASTAL LODGE LUXURY B&B - Kekerengu, Kaikoura Coast (Homestays) First class bed and breakfast homestay accommodation in the little village of Kekerengu, on the beautiful Kaikoura Coast, mid-way between...
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  • COMFORT INN BENVENUE HOTEL MOTOR INN - Timaru (Self Catering Accommodation) The city's best is at your doorstep when you stay with us in Timaru. Centrally located on the main highway...
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  • COMMODORE MOTOR LODGE - Ashburton (Gay and Lesbian Accommodation) Warm, affordable accommodation with excellent facilities. Peaceful garden setting. Fully equipped kitchens, microwave, phone, Sky TV, hairdryer, electric blankets, heating...
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  • DISCOVERY JET - Canterbury (Scenic Tours) Thrill and scenic photographic jet boat tours, 360-degree spins, salmon and trout fishing, fly and spin casting, helicopter rafting/jet boat...
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  • DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER - Kaikoura (Eco and Nature Tours) Dolphin watching and swimming in Kaikoura. Get wonderful views of the spectacular and acrobatic dusky dolphins from one of our...
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  • DUSKY LODGE - Kaikoura (Backpacker and Budget) There is a huge sunny outside deck at the back of the hostel, with great views of the mountains and...
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  • EMMA NEWMAN WEDDINGS - Christchurch (Wedding and Honeymoon Planners) Emma is a specialist wedding planner and co-ordinator who provides you with a very personal service to ensure you have...
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  • EVENT & WEDDING PROFESSIONALS - Christchurch (Wedding Flowers and Florists) Full wedding coordination and arrangements with expertise, experience, knowledge and innovation is available to you. With Wedding Professionals, a personal...
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  • FONTAINEBLEAU LUXURY RETREAT - Hanmer Springs (Gay and Lesbian Accommodation) New, class accommodation with a French and 1920 North American influence. Excellent facilities with features to please. Forest and mountain...
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  • FYFFE VIEW RANCH ADVENTURE PARK - Kaikoura (Luge Rides) We specialise in personally escorted, small groups on well mannered and lovely natured horses. Spend up to two hours on...
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  • GOLD BAND TAXIS - Christchurch & Canterbury (Cruise Ship Tours) Christchurch offers the visitor a wide range of things to do and see. Whether you only have an hour or...
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  • HANMER HOLIDAY HOMES - Hanmer Springs (Self Catering Accommodation) Welcome to the wonderful world of holiday home accommodation in delightful and appealing Hanmer Springs. We offer a range of...
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  • HANMER SPRINGS HELICOPTERS - Canterbury (Fly, Salmon and Trout Fishing) We are specialist helicopter and charter operators based from Hanmer Springs and Christchurch. Destinations include Marlborough, Tasman Bay, Kaikoura, Akaroa,...
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  • HANMER SPRINGS SCENIC VIEWS MOTEL - Hanmer Springs (Tourism Investment Property for Sale) Fantastic investment opportunity in one of New Zealand's most popular regions. Renowned for its superb thermal features Hanmer Springs...
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  • HANMER SPRINGS THERMAL POOLS & SPA - North Canterbury (Water Fun) Since 1859 the thermal pools of Hanmer Springs New Zealand, have attracted visitors seeking to relax, unwind and ease their...
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  • HASSLE-FREE ALPINE SAFARI TOUR - Christchurch (Jet Boating and Jet Skiing) This exciting day-tour includes jet boating on the mighty Waimakariri river, a 4WD adventure across Mt Torlesse High Country Station,...
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  • HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch (4 Wheel Drive and Off Road Tours) Join us on a journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station in the breathtaking Southern Alps...
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  • HELIBIKE TWIZEL - Aoraki Mount Cook and Twizel (Mountain Biking and Cycling) Imagine flying in a helicopter with views over turquoise blue glacial lakes and the highest mountains in New Zealand, then...
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  • HERITAGE HANMER SPRINGS - Hanmer Springs (Hotels) Situated in the glorious alpine setting of Hanmer Springs, and just a 90-minute drive north of Christchurch, this unique accommodation...
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  • HOLME STATION HOMESTEAD - South Canterbury (Boutique and Heritage) Set in 15 acres of park-like grounds, our historic homestead offers something totally new to groups wanting to get away...
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  • HOMESTEAD LODGE MOTEL - Timaru (Gay and Lesbian Accommodation) Warm, affordable accommodation with modern facilities in a central location in Timaru City. Modern, clean, self-contained ground floor motel units....
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  • KAIKOURA KAYAKS - Kaikoura (Adventure Tours) The Kaikoura coast is home to an abundance of marine life and sea birds. There is no better way to...
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  • KAIKOURA TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK AND MOTELS - Kaikoura (Bookings) Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park and Motels is an award-winning Qualmark five-star holiday park. Tent and van sites, standard and...
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  • KAIKOURA WILDERNESS WALKS - Kaikoura (Hiking and Walking Tours) Take a walk on the wild side and experience a wilderness walk of a lifetime. This is walking at its...
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  • LAKE TEKAPO COTTAGES - Mt Cook Region (Pet Friendly Accommodation) Nestled in a sheltered, parklike setting, very close to the lakeshore, the Village, and the famous church of the Good...
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  • LAKE TEKAPO HOLIDAY HOMES - Lake Tekapo (Self Catering Accommodation) Make Lake Tekapo your base for a few days to explore the Mackenzie District of the South Island of New...
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  • LA ROCHELLE MOTEL - Akaroa (Motels and Motor Lodges) Nine superior self-contained luxury motel units in Akaroa. Smoke-free, serviced daily, spa bath units, king and queen-size beds, Sky TV,...
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  • LE GITE BACKPACKERS - Hanmer Springs (Backpacker and Budget) Set in the beautiful alpine village of Hanmer Springs, we are a boutique budget accommodation option for all independent travellers....
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  • LOBSTER INN MOTOR LODGE - Kaikoura (Motels and Motor Lodges) Quality modern, self-contained units to suit any traveller. From studio to families, including new one and two-bedroom luxury suites....
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  • LORD OF THE RINGS - Twizel (Lord of The Rings Tours) What does our Lord of the Rings Tour involve? Have you ever wondered what goes into the making of a...
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  • MACKENZIE JOURNEYS - Lake Tekapo, Twizel and Fairlie (Mountain Biking and Cycling) Mackenzie Journeys is a small, personal and professional tour company using superior transport and cycles. We run scenic and cycling...
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  • MARCHMONT GARDENS BED & BREAKFAST - Hanmer Springs (Gay and Lesbian Accommodation) A voyage of discovery awaits when you travel to Hanmer Springs and stay at Marchmont Gardens Bed and Breakfast. Come...
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  • MAUGERS RENTALS - Christchurch (Rental 4WD, Mini Van and Buses) Christchurch based company specialising in the hire of high quality luxury minibuses, with an extensive fleet of 12 seater minibuses...
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  • MOUNTAIN CHALETS - Twizel (Self Catering Accommodation) Beautiful alpine chalets fully equipped with bathroom and kitchen facilities. Your ideal base for exploring Mount Cook and the Mackenzie...
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  • NEW COMMERCIAL HOTEL/MOTELS - Kaikoura (Bookings) Range of warm, affordable accommodation in the heart of delightful Kaikoura. Close to quiet, relaxing beach, beautiful views and seascape....
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  • OMAHAU DOWNS - Twizel, Mt Cook Region (Family Friendly Accommodation) Omahau Downs offers guests a relaxing High Country farm environment with B&B and self-catering accommodation options. Ideally located to get...
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  • PAGEY'S FARMSTAY - Methven, Canterbury (Family Friendly Accommodation) A “must do” when visiting New Zealand, a farmstay! Enjoy the peacefulness of this spacious, warm homestead set amidst beautiful...
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  • PANORAMA MOTOR LODGE - Timaru (Accessible Accommodation) Spacious, self-contained, modern units in a central location. Overlooks beautiful Caroline Bay and the distant mountains. Ideally suited for business...
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  • PARKLANDS MOTOR LODGE - Timaru (Pet Friendly Accommodation) Parklands Motor Lodge offers a range of modern, fully self-contained apartments in a park-like setting, superbly situated close to the...
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  • PAUA BAY FARMSTAY - Akaroa (Cruise Ship Tours) Participate in farm life, gather shellfish or observe seals and the occasional penguin on the private beach of Paua Bay....
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  • PEGASUS BAY FARMSTAY - Pegasus Bay (Bed and Breakfast) We welcome you to Pegasus Bay Farmstay near Christchurch, to relax and make yourself at home, inside or out in...
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  • PETE'S FARM STAY - Rangiora, Canterbury (Family Friendly Accommodation) Welcome to Petes Farm. Enjoy great views of the mountains and countryside from all 3 bedrooms in our new house...
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  • PINEWOOD MOTELS - Fairlie (Bookings) Welcome to Fairlie's largest and newest motel complex with a range of units. Fairlie is the ideal overnight stop in...
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  • PURETRAILS NEW ZEALAND - Christchurch (Mountain Biking and Cycling) We specialise in South Island walking and cycling tours for the older active age group – incorporating day walks and...
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  • RANGITATA RAFTS - Peel Forest, South Canterbury (Scenic Landscape) Spectacular Lord of the Rings scenery combined with rafting some of New Zealand's most exciting stretches of grade 1 –...
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  • REGENCY CABS - Christchurch (Wedding Cars) Regency represents a dedicated fleet of full sized limousine - styled cars. No matter where you're going you can enjoy...
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  • REGENCY MOTEL - Ashburton (Accessible Accommodation) Come enjoy delightful, affordable and spacious ground-floor units in a quiet, off-street location with an easy walk to restaurants, cafes,...
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  • RUBICON VALLEY HORSE TREKS - Springfield (Combination Tours) Experience the pleasures of horse riding through a working high country farm. Quiet area of hills, neat farms, native beech...
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  • SELECT BRAEMAR LODGE & SPA - Hanmer Springs (Bookings) A new alpine temptation for the luxury traveller, Select Braemar Lodge & Spa is our luxury lodge in Hanmer Springs...
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  • SKYDIVINGNZ.COM "Dare to do it!"- Christchurch & Methven (Skydiving) Experience the extreme adrenalin rush of tandem skydiving at Methven, near Mt Hutt. Nothing compares with the indescribable sensation of...
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  • SOUTH PACIFIC MOTORCYCLE RENTAL - New Zealand (Rental Motorcycles) Based near Christchurch, we specialise in luxury custom, fully-guided and self-guided New Zealand motorcycle tours. We also offer BMW, Harley-Davidson...
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  • SOUTH PACIFIC MOTORCYCLE TOURS - Kaiapoi, New Zealand (Self Drive Tours) Based near Christchurch, we specialise in luxury custom, fully-guided and self-guided New Zealand motorcycle tours. We also offer BMW, Harley-Davidson...
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  • SPRINGFIELD VISITOR INFORMATION - Springfield, Canterbury (Motels and Motor Lodges) Springfield Visitor Information is based at the Springfield Railway Station, on the Tranz Alpine rail journey from Christchurch to Greymouth....
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  • STONEBRIDGE - Geraldine, South Canterbury (Bed and Breakfast) Nestled in a woodland setting, on the main route between Queenstown and Christchurch, Stonebridge offers excellent bed and breakfast or...
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  • TAYLORS MOTEL - Ashburton (Bookings) Range of warm, affordable accommodation with modern facilities in delightful, peaceful Ashburton. Fully equipped kitchens, microwaves, freezers available, Queen-size beds,...
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  • THE FUNCTION CENTRE - Timaru (Wedding Venues and Facilities) Timaru's newest conference, wedding and meeting venue, situated in the historic Landing Service Building in the heart of Timaru's central...
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  • THE HELICOPTER LINE - Twizel (Bookings) Take a majestic flight to land amongst the jewels of the Southern Alps. Dramatic mountains expose their rugged faces and...
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  • THE PORT ACCOMMODATION- Port Robinson, North Canterbury (Self Catering Accommodation) The Port Coastal Bed & Breakfast is situated above the old Port Robinson and on the site of the original...
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  • THE RESIDENCE - Lake Tekapo (Apartments) Beside the shimmering turquoise lake, nestled amongst impressive mountains, sits the perfect haven from the stresses of city life. Very...
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  • THRILLSEEKERS ADVENTURES - Hanmer Springs (Whitewater Rafting) A one-stop adventure, on the main road into Hanmer Springs overlooking the river and ferry bridge. ThrillSeekers has something for...
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  • TUSSOCK PEAK MOTOR LODGE - Hanmer Springs (Honeymoon and Wedding Accommodation) An exciting new complex in the heart of the beautiful Hanmer Springs Township designed to reflect the rustic alpine nature...
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  • ULTIMATE GLACIER DISCOVERY - Mt Cook (Glaciers) The Tasman Glacier is an impressive sight and has to be seen to be believed. To really appreciate the glacier's...
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  • WHALE WATCH - Kaikoura (Whales, Dolphins, Seals and Penguins) New Zealand's ultimate year-round nature experience offering exciting close encounters with giant sperm whales. Kaikoura's semi-resident sperm whales share their...
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  • WHITE MORPH WATERFRONT - Kaikoura (Honeymoon and Wedding Accommodation) Absolutely facing the waterfront, 5 star and 4 star plus qualmark rated with unique central location. Restaurant, cafe and bar....
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  • WOODSIDE COTTAGE - Kekerengu, Kaikoura Coast (Boutique and Heritage) Warm, comfortable accommodation on the delightful Kaikoura Coast. Private and secluded with amazing views. This is the ideal location for...
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  • YOUR TOUR - South Island (Cruise Ship Tours) Your Tours offer personalised chauffeur tours of the South Island. Experience the history and culture with a genuine Kiwi guide...
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