Canterbury Adventure
Canterbury adventures are as diverse as they are exciting and memorable – come and ride horseback cross country, kayak along pristine coastlines, go hot air ballooning over the glorious Canterbury plains, bungy jump offer a sheer cliff face or go heliskiing from the snow-capped mountain peaks during the winter season. No matter your sense of adventure, Canterbury adventures are sure to offer the stunning, adrenaline-pumping experience you have been dreaming off.
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ACTIVE ADVENTURES NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
ACTIVE ADVENTURES NEW ZEALAND - Nationwide
Mobile-friendly - We're Kiwis, and since 1996 we've looked after active people with legendary hospitality in the stunning New Zealand outdoors. If you’re into hiking, paddling and biking through parks, valleys, bays and backroads, then join us on one of our hand-crafted trips. Explore the local spots, enjoy the highest level of personal service and share plenty of laughs along the way.
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- +64 3 450 0414 or Freephone: 1800 661 9073 (USA or Canada); 0808 234 7780 (UK); 1800 661 907 (Australia)
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- Nationwide - based in Queenstown, New Zealand
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ADVENTURE TRAILRIDES - Christchurch
ADVENTURE TRAILRIDES - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy the thrills of offroad motorcycle and quadbike fun, riding the best high country trails in New Zealand. Trails suitable for novice to experienced riders. Coaching can be arranged for beginners. Includes transport from Christchurch, all riding gear, experienced guide, snacks, drink, latest model trail and quad bikes from 100cc to 450cc. Half-day/day tours departing daily all year.
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- +64 27 451 0584
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- PO Box 20233, Bishopdale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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ADVENTURE TRAILRIDES CORPORATE TOURS - Christchurch
ADVENTURE TRAILRIDES CORPORATE TOURS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Adventure Trailrides New Zealand offer corporate tours allowing us to put your team through their paces on an enduro motorcycle or atv quad bike in Christchurch. Our tours are suitable for beginners with coaching available and we can cater for up to 16 people. Single or multi-day options are available as well as lunch or corporate meals.
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- +64 27 451 0584
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- PO Box 20233, Bishopdale, Christchurch, New Zealand
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AIR MILFORD - Queenstown
AIR MILFORD - Queenstown
Mobile-friendly - Air Milford proudly operates the only brand new Cessna Caravan aircraft. This aircraft offers leather seating, quiet air conditioned comfort and great viewing for all passengers. It is one of the safest aircraft flying today. Eco-tours, aircraft charters, fishing, hunting and personalised tours. Flights to Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, the Southern Alps and Glaciers.
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- +64 3 442 2351
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- 0800 462 252 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 3 Tex Smith Lane, Frankton, Queenstown, New Zealand
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AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
AIR RANGITATA - Mid Canterbury
Scenic flights over the South Island's spectacular Southern Alps. Our high wing Cessna seats five and provides fantastic viewing and photo opportunities. Enjoy unimpeded views as you fly through a landscape of unbelievable grandeur and beauty. Scenic routes include Mt Cook & West Coast Glaciers and the Rangitata Headwaters. Airport transfers from Christchurch to Queenstown or anywhere in between.
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- +64 3 696 3848
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- +64 27 473 2581
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- 372 Rangitata Terrace Road, Ashburton, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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AIR SAFARIS AND SERVICES - Lake Tekapo & Franz Josef
AIR SAFARIS AND SERVICES - Lake Tekapo & Franz Josef
Mobile-friendly - 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.
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- +64 3 680 6880
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- 0800 723 274 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 71, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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AIR SAFARIS HELICOPTERS - Lake Tekapo
AIR SAFARIS HELICOPTERS - Lake Tekapo
Mobile-friendly - Air Safaris offers a range of helicopter flights from Lake Tekapo. All with a snow or alpine landing. Choose from the 30 minute Explorer, the 45 minute Grandeur or the 60 minute Magic. See New Zealand’s tallest mountains and longest glaciers up close.
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- +64 3 680 6880
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- 0800 806 880 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- PO Box 71, Lake Tekapo, New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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AKAROA GUIDED KAYAK SAFARIS - Akaroa
AKAROA GUIDED KAYAK SAFARIS - Akaroa
Mobile-friendly - Akaroa Guided Kayak Safaris sea kayaking tours are based in the stunning French seaside town of Akaroa, one of the best locations to sea kayak in NZ, with neon blue and green water and untouched marine reserve. We provide guided 5-star kayaking tours that are Serene, Special, Spectacular and Safe! Our local, knowledgeable guides are the best in the business.
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- +64 21 1564 591
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- Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, New Zealand
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ALPINE HORSE SAFARIS - Hawarden, North Canterbury
ALPINE HORSE SAFARIS - Hawarden, North Canterbury
Imagine spending your holiday on one of our exhilarating trail rides in the high country of New Zealand's South Island. Guided horse riding pack trips from two hours to twelve days though the North Canterbury high country. View spectacular scenery: snow-capped mountains, vast river flats, crystal clear lakes and rivers.
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- +64 3 314 4293
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- 0800 425 746 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Waitohi Downs, Hawarden, North Canterbury, New Zealand
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ALPINE JET THRILLS - Christchurch and Springfield
ALPINE JET THRILLS - Christchurch and Springfield
Mobile-friendly - Excitement and scenery jet boating on the Waimakariri River. Our “Canyon Discoveries” Tours depart Springfield in the spectacular canyon that runs through the foothills of the Southern Alps. Our “Braided Shallows” departs from the Waimakariri Regional Park. Enjoy the spins and speed just 20 minutes north of Christchurch.
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- +64 3 385 1478
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- 0800 26 36 26 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Otarama Road, Springfield 7580, Canterbury, New Zealand
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ALPINE RECREATION MT COOK TREK - Mt Cook
ALPINE RECREATION MT COOK TREK - Mt Cook
Mobile-friendly - Follow in Sir Edmund Hillary's footsteps as you climb up the Ball Ridge to view the mighty Caroline Face front-on - New Zealand's highest ice face. From Caroline Hut, your private refuge for the night, you look out over the Tasman Glacier and its surrounding peaks, the highest in New Zealand. Fit hikers love this challenge!
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- +64 3 680 6736
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- 0800 006 096 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- c/- Edelweiss Lodge, 8 Erebus Place, Lake Tekapo, Canterbury, New Zealand
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ANTIGUA BOAT SHEDS - Christchurch
ANTIGUA BOAT SHEDS - Christchurch
Relax and enjoy the tranquil scenery while devouring a fabulous breakfast or brunch from our licensed cafe, on the banks of the River Avon. Hire a canoe, paddle boat or historic row boat on the Avon River to see the beauty of Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Also offering bike hire, where you can embark on an urban sightseeing adventure.
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- +64 3 366 5885
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- 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch, New Zealand
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ARION HORSE TREKKING - Christchurch
ARION HORSE TREKKING - Christchurch
Arion Horse Trekking invite you to trek along the lovely forest tracks in a safe and peaceful environment. Treks include the majestic and mighty Waimakariri River for some stunning views of the mountains and Canterbury plains and cross the many braided streams when nature permits.
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- +64 3 360 2192
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- +64 21 881 279
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- 890 McLean's Island Road, McLeans Island, Christchurch, New Zealand
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ASPIRING GUIDES - Wanaka
ASPIRING GUIDES - Wanaka
Mobile-friendly - Aspiring Guides provides guided ascents of NZ's highest, most iconic peaks such as Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring, as well as offering mountaineering instruction courses and multi-day trekking. In winter join us for backcountry skiing & snowboard touring on NZ's glaciated terrain or from our private huts. Learn backcountry skiing, avalanche awareness & ice-climbing on our winter courses.
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- +64 3 443 9422
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- Level 1, 99 Ardmore St, Wanaka
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BALLOONING CANTERBURY - Christchurch
BALLOONING CANTERBURY - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Escape to a world of peace and tranquility. Hot Air Ballooning - A magical experience. A flight with Ballooning Canterbury offers panoramic views across the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps. Courtesy transfers to and from most central Christchurch Hotels. Allow 4-5 hours for this 1-hour flying experience. Fantastic photo opportunities. Glass of champagne, fruit juice, light snack after landing.
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- +64 3 318 0860
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- +64 27 915 4972
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- 0508 422 556 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 2126 Bealey Road, Hororata, Canterbury, New Zealand
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BROKEN RIVER SKI AREA - Canterbury
BROKEN RIVER SKI AREA - Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Described as a "hidden gem" by powderhounds.com, Broken River Ski Area offers fantastic off-piste terrain for adventurous low-intermediate to expert skiers and boarders. The open powder bowls and steep chutes, stunning scenery and authentic, uncrowded, welcoming atmosphere make for a memorable experience. The on-mountain DBB accommodation is just 15 minutes walk from the ski tow.
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- +64 3 318 8713
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- Craigieburn Forest Park, Canterbury, New Zealand
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CHRISTCHURCH ATTRACTIONS - Gondola
CHRISTCHURCH ATTRACTIONS - Gondola
For a "top" experience in Christchurch (only 15 minutes from central city), take a ride to the summit of the Port Hills, 500 metres above sea level. It's magical! Spectacular 360-degree views of Christchurch City, Lyttelton Harbour, Southern Alps and Canterbury Plains. Set atop the Gondola Summit Station, the Red Rock Cafe offers delicious snacks, light meals and beverages.
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- +64 3 384 0310
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- 10 Bridle Path Road, Christchurch, New Zealand
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CHRISTCHURCH HELICOPTERS - Christchurch Airport
CHRISTCHURCH HELICOPTERS - Christchurch Airport
Mobile-friendly - Looking for a new experience, want to do something adventurous, Christchurch Helicopters will help you do it. Fly with us for beautiful 360° views of Christchurch and Banks Peninsula, arrive in style at a winery and indulge in a delicious lunch, or land on top of a snowy mountain peak. With so many possibilities we have something for everyone.
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- +64 3 359 0470
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- 0800 FLY HELI (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 25 Aviation Drive, The Helicentre, Harewood Aviation Park, Christchurch International Airport, New Zealand
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DISCOVERY JET - Canterbury
DISCOVERY JET - Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Thrill and scenic photographic jet boat tours, 360-degree spins, salmon and trout fishing, fly and spin casting, helicopter rafting/jet boat combos. Our professional team can tailor-make your ultimate adventure, one hour from Christchurch at the base of Mt Hutt ski field... enjoy a slice of paradise in Canterbury High Country. Individuals to larger corporate groups, operating year round.
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- +64 21 538 386
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- 0800 538 2628 (0800 JET BOAT) (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 77 Inland Scenic Route, Canterbury, New Zealand
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EXPERIENCE KAIKOURA WILDERNESS - Kaikoura, New Zealand
EXPERIENCE KAIKOURA WILDERNESS - Kaikoura, New Zealand
Hunt with our experienced and knowledgeable guides on the highest freehold land in New Zealand. Proximity to Kaikoura. Experience a taste of true free-range hunting amongst New Zealand wilderness in the Seaward Kaikoura mountains. Come over to Puhi Peaks Station and we will arrange the experience of a lifetime!
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- +64 3 319 3113
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- 0800 945 337 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 1695 Puhi Puhi Valley Road, Kaikoura, South Island New Zealand Make an Enquiry
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FERRYMEAD GOLF - Christchurch
FERRYMEAD GOLF - Christchurch
Ferrymead Golf, a great place to bring the kids! Enticing options for family fun. Over the weekend, after school or during school holidays, this is your premier entertainment centre. Choice of playing any of the three 18 hole mini-golf courses, either inside or outside, including recently opened real grass outdoor 'Grasslands' course, plus paintball and many kids party options.
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- +64 3 376 5350
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- 50 Ferrymead Park Drive, Ferrymead, Christchurch, New Zealand
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GARDEN CITY HELICOPTERS - Christchurch
GARDEN CITY HELICOPTERS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Part of GCH Aviation, Garden City Helicopters have an array of exciting helicopter flight options in Christchurch & Canterbury to suit all budgets. Our Christchurch City Scenic flight is the best way to get a bird's eye view of the rapidly changing city. Try your hand at flying a helicopter on our trial-flight or relax into a winery lunch tour.
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- +64 3 358 4360
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- 0800 359 424 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 73 Grays Road, Christchurch Airport; Trent Drive, Nelson; and 64 Water Walk Road, Greymouth
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