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
ACTIVE ADVENTURES
Mobile-friendly - We’re Kiwis, and for 25 years we’ve been adventuring in the stunning New Zealand outdoors with guests from Tauranga to Texas. If you have 2 days or 2 weeks, are after bucket-list destinations or venturing into the back country, we’ll find your perfect adventure. And with our Active Adventure Assurance, date changes and trip switches are easy as.
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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. Family owned and operated, with a 100% safety record. 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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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 RECREATION MOUNTAINEERING COURSE - Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
ALPINE RECREATION MOUNTAINEERING COURSE - Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
Mobile-friendly - Learn to climb at one of New Zealand’s best locations for a mountaineering course: Caroline Hut right opposite the awesome Caroline Face of Aoraki Mount Cook. Our professional guides will teach you not only technical skills, but also risk awareness to keep yourself safe in the challenging terrain. Alpine Recreation owns the hut and provides the gear and food.
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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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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 21 467 618
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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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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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CHRISTCHURCH SEGWAY TOURS - Christchurch
CHRISTCHURCH SEGWAY TOURS - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Enjoy a two or three-hour Guided Segway Tour of the "Garden City" of Christchurch. A picturesque flat city, our tour takes in parks, gardens, and historical sites of interest. We also point out restaurants of note, and great places to shop! Christchurch Segway Tours is a summer and winter activity with full training and helmets provided.
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- +64 27 542 1887
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- Christchurch, 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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FERRYMEAD GOLF - Christchurch
FERRYMEAD GOLF - Christchurch
A great place for family entertainment in Christchurch. Mini Golf, 2 outdoor, 1 Indoor course, 26 bay undercover golf driving range, 9 hole golf course, Large urban paintball field. Cosy café and bar. Ferrymead Golf is your premier entertainment centre.
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- +64 3 376 5350
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- 50 Ferrymead Park Drive, Ferrymead, Christchurch, New Zealand
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GLENMAC FARMSTAY - Oamaru/Kurow
GLENMAC FARMSTAY - Oamaru/Kurow
Mobile-friendly - Glenmac is a 1,583 hectare high country sheep and beef cattle farm situated in the picturesque Waitaki Valley, 45 minutes inland from Oamaru. Four-wheel-drive farm tours, tramping, sheep dogs, farm animals and activities. Near to trout and salmon fishing rivers, guides available. Campervans welcome.
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