Mt Somers
Base yourself at Mt Somers in Canterbury and enter New Zealand’s dramatic backcountry, an outdoor recreational paradise - tramping & hiking, horse treks, mountain biking, fishing for trout and salmon, windsurfing on the lakes and bird watching. Many of these activities take place within the newly established Hakatere Conservation Park. Choose from a selection of peaceful country Mt Somers accommodation such as ldoges, bed and breakfasts and holiday parks. more
Lakes Emma and Roundabout, accessible by four-wheel drive, offer excellent fishing, while Lake Camp is popular with boaties, water skiers and fishermen. Lake Clearwater, with its small village of holiday homes, is popular for windsurfing, sailing, rowing and fishing. It is an important wildlife refuge for the rare and endangered Great Crested Grebe. The Maori Lakes and Lake Heron, also important wildlife refuges provide good fishing.
Stay and enjoy heartland hospitality. Mt Somers is located on Inland Scenic Route 72.
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ALFORD COTTAGE - RED COTTAGES - Staveley, South Island
ALFORD COTTAGE - RED COTTAGES - Staveley, South Island
Take a break from the hustle and bustle and escape to Red Cottage in Staveley. Enjoy romantic evenings with open fires, candle light and the warm wooden ambience of this restored historical cottage. Watch the sun set over the surrounding mountains while enjoying local produce and fine wine, after a day of exploring this wonderful area.
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- +64 3 303 0970
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- 4323 Arundel Rakaia Gorge Road, Staveley, RD1 Ashburton 7771, New Zealand
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ASURE SCENIC ROUTE MOTOR LODGE - Geraldine
ASURE SCENIC ROUTE MOTOR LODGE - Geraldine
Mobile-friendly - ASURE Scenic Route Motor Lodge is Geraldine's only 4-star motel, located adjacent to the main shopping centre. All units feature King Beds with Heat Pumps/Air-Conditioning, kitchen-facilities and WIFI. 11 Studio-units, 3 with spa-baths and 3 two-bedroom family apartments. Set on the popular Southern Scenic Route, just 90mins drive south from Christchurch Airport or 60 minutes from Lake Tekapo.
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- +64 3 693 9700
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- 0800 723 643 or 0800 SCENIC (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 28 Waihi Terrace, Geraldine, Canterbury, New Zealand
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BEECH HILL COUNTRY STAY - Staveley, Mid Canterbury
BEECH HILL COUNTRY STAY - Staveley, Mid Canterbury
An unforgettable warm and friendly luxury country stay / Bed & Breakfast. At Beech Hill we run a commercial herd of beef cattle and we maintain an interest in Highland cattle and deer with both of these animals on farm. Pet lambs and calves may be available to bottle feed in the spring. 1 hour from Christchurch airport.
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- +64 3 303 0865
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- +64 27 237 8036
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- 261 Winterslow Road, Staveley 7771, New Zealand
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GRUMPY'S KIWI HOLIDAY PARK - Geraldine
GRUMPY'S KIWI HOLIDAY PARK - Geraldine
Mobile-friendly - Grumpy's Kiwi Holiday Park Geraldine is a neat and spacious 2ha holiday park set in heartland New Zealand farming country, only 6km/5min north of the Geraldine village and two hours drive from Christchurch Airport. There is accommodation to suit all budgets including motels, cottages, cabins, powered and unpowered sites. Great amenities including free WiFi and pet friendly (with conditions).
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- +64 3 693 7453
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- 0800 247 8649 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- Cnr 7 Keen Road & SH 72/79, Orari Bridge, Geraldine 7992, New Zealand
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HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch
HASSLE-FREE LORD OF THE RINGS EDORAS TOUR - Christchurch
Mobile-friendly - Join us on a journey to the remote and beautiful Mt Potts High Country Station in the breathtaking Southern Alps of New Zealand. This exciting day visits the most stunning and recognisable LOTR location - Edoras! Tour includes a delicious picnic-lunch and entertaining commentary from friendly local guides. You don't have to be LOTR fan to enjoy this amazing day.
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- +64 3 385 5775
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- 0800 553 554 (Free call - only within NZ)
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- 296 Prestons Road, Marshland, Christchurch, New Zealand
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RATA ESCAPE - Staveley, Mid Canterbury
RATA ESCAPE - Staveley, Mid Canterbury
Mobile-friendly - Rata Escape is a boutique holiday destination nestled in a native bush garden under striking Mount Somers, a little over an hour's drive southwest of Christchurch. Rata Escape is within close reach of expansive high country and mountains for hiking and biking, pristine fishing rivers, lakes, ski fields and golf courses making it an outdoor paradise.
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Back to Classic
Back to Classic - Chamber Music Series Come for an enchanting afternoon to hear the Mozart Oboe quartet and other hidden gems of Classical music featuring Ashleigh Mowbray associate principal Oboe player of the ...
Where: Mt Pleasant Community Centre, Christchurch
Address: 3 McCormacks Bay Road, Christchurch
From: 2:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
To: 11:59pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Molly's Remedy in Concert
Your last opportunity to hear the fabulous and delightful Molly's Remedy for 2019 and maybe for a little while after that! Monica, Mary and Helen bring you beautiful soulful vocal and musical arrangements of old and new ...
Where: A Rolling Stone, Christchurch
Address: 579 Colombo St, Christchurch
From: 7:30pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
To: 10:30pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Circotica - Circus Workshop & Show
Circus Workshop 11:00am to 12:30pm - 90 minutes. Give It A Go Circus Workshop! Come and try out different circus activities: adagio, aerials, floor acrobatics/tumbling, juggling, mime/clown. Book tickets to secure a ...
Where: Akaroa Recreation Ground, Banks Peninsula, Christchurch District
Address: Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, Christchurch District
From: 11:00am on Sunday 13th October 2019
To: 12:30am on Monday 14th October 2019
Christchurch Allergy Free & Healthy Living Show 2019
The Allergy Free & Healthy Living Show is coming back to Christchurch! $4 Adult Discounted Tickets available online. (Valid for single use any show day). $5 adult door sales available upon entry. Children under 16 ...
Where: Pioneer Leisure Centre, Christchurch
Address: 75 Lyttelton St, Somerfield, Christchurch
From: 10:00am on Saturday 12th October 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Prison Escape
Set in an actual former prison, Prison Escape is Christchurch's newest and biggest Escape Room experience. You and your team have 1-hour to work together to solve the puzzles, evade the guards and escape the prison. ...
Where: Prison Escape, Christchurch
Address: 85 Armagh St, Christchurch
From: 1:15pm on Tuesday 24th September 2019
To: 10:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
The Extravaganza Fair
Roll up. Roll up. Roll up! Welcome to Season 5 of New Zealand's largest and newest travelling event! The Extravaganza Fair! The Extravaganza Fair is a family affair, it is a free entry, fun day out with something for ...
Where: 32 Arthur St, Timaru, Canterbury
Address: 32 Arthur St
From: 9:00am on Saturday 12th October 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Eventing Canterbury - Horse Trials
The South Island Three Day Event Championships consist of the dressage phase on Friday, with the exciting cross country on Saturday. Sunday sees the final veterinary inspection for the horses first thing in the ...
Where: National Equestrian Centre, Christchurch
Address: McLeans Island Rd, Mcleans Island, Christchurch
From: 9:00am on Friday 11th October 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Ashton Family Circus & Dylan Daisy's Magic Show
The Ashton Family Circus bring grassroots entertainment for everyone to enjoy, free, at The Extravaganza Fair. Comprised of a wannabe strong man, a pole-dancer extraordinaire, a princess aerialists and 5 year old twin ...
Where: 32 Arthur st, Timaru, Canterbury
Address: 32 Arthur St
From: 9:00am on Saturday 12th October 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Forget Me Not Memorial Trail
Forget Me Not Memorial Trail is a special scavenger hunt for families with children aged 7+ to enjoy that is part of the BECA Heritage Festival 2019. Collect the trail activity booklet from either venue listed below ...
Where: The Arts Centre Te Matatiki Toi Ora, Christchurch
Address: 2 Worcester Boulevard, Christchurch
From: 10:00am on Monday 30th September 2019
To: 5:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
Bathurst Weekend
The only way to spend Bathurst Sunday is with Coasters Tavern, we will have all the action on across our many screens! Why not take a punt with our Fully Serviced TAB or take part in our Sweepstake we will also be ...
Where: Coasters Tavern, Christchurch
Address: 1 Daniels Road, Redwood, Christchurch
From: 12:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019
To: 7:00pm on Sunday 13th October 2019