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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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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- +64 27 375 4241
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- 71 Flynns Rd, Staveley, New Zealand
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Bach Oboe d'amore
The Baroque Music Community and Educational Trust of New Zealand presents an international Baroque ensemble performing on period instruments in authentic interpretation. Featuring Brandon Labadie on oboe and oboe ...
Where: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch
Address: 156 Armagh Street , Christchurch
From: 7:30pm on Monday 18th February 2019
To: 11:59pm on Monday 18th February 2019
Guided Walks With Doc Ranger
To book please contact the Arthur's Pass National Park Visitors Centre on +64 3 318 9211 or arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz Treasure from afar, the grand limestone pillars in the Waimakariri basin led early European ...
Where: Kura Tawhiti Castle Hill, Castle Hill, Selwyn
Address: 8557 W Coast Rd, Castle Hill, Selwyn
From: 10:30am on Monday 12th November 2018
To: 3:00pm on Tuesday 30th April 2019
Doc Ranger Guided Walks to Devils Punchbowl
To book please contact the Arthur's Pass National Park Visitors Centre on +64 3 318 9211 or arthurspassvc@doc.govt.nz Feel the full force and sound of fresh mountain water falling 131m down one of New Zealand’s ...
Where: Arthur's Pass Visitor Centre, Arthur's Pass, Selwyn
Address: 80 W Coast Rd, Arthur's Pass, Selwyn
From: 1:30pm on Monday 12th November 2018
To: 3:00pm on Tuesday 30th April 2019
The Developing Brain - Timaru
Captivating audiences over 200 times per year to sell out events in New Zealand, Australia & Internationally, renowned neuroscience educator, Nathan Wallis brings his talk "The Developing Brain" to Timaru. Nathan ...
Where: Timaru Boys’ High School, Timaru, South Canterbury
Address: 211 North Street, Timaru, South Canterbury
From: 7:30pm on Monday 18th February 2019
To: 9:00pm on Monday 18th February 2019
Rockers of Ages In Concert
The Rockers of Ages is a group of four choirs for people ‘of a certain age’ who come together for some of their performances. We’re an ‘all comers’ group with some experienced singers along with those who ...
Where: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts, Christchurch
Address: 156 Armagh Street , Christchurch
From: 12:10pm on Monday 18th February 2019
To: 1:00pm on Monday 18th February 2019
Sunset Boulevard – Canterbury Film Society
The Canterbury Film Society begins its dazzling 35-film 2019 programme at the Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū, with doors opening at 6.45pm for a 7.30pm screening. This is not an public event but new ...
Where: Christchurch Art Gallery - Te Puna o Waiwhetu, Christchurch
Address: Cnr Worcester Boulevard and Montreal St, Christchurch
From: 7:30pm on Monday 18th February 2019
To: 9:35pm on Monday 18th February 2019
Sofia Talvik - Americana / Folk with Swedish Roots
Sofia Talvik - World Tour 2019. During 2019 Swedish artist Sofia Talvik is embarking on a world tour that includes several European countries, New Zeeland and an extensive U.S tour. Sofia Talviks is an ...
Where: The Laboratory, Lincoln, Selwyn
Address: 17 West Belt, Lincoln, Selwyn
From: 7:00pm on Monday 18th February 2019
To: 11:59pm on Monday 18th February 2019
Gypsy Caravan Beginners with Northern Gypsy
Learn to dance using the foundations of one of the most beautiful and organic Belly Dance styles - Gypsy Caravan! Get your sweat on, have lots of fun and meet new people in this one hour class with our teachers from ...
Where: Dale Hartley School of Speech and Drama, Rangiora, Waimakariri
Address: 62 Ashley St, Rangiora, Waimakariri
From: 7:15pm on Monday 28th January 2019
To: 8:15pm on Monday 8th April 2019
Agents of Discovery: Summer
This summer, discover the world at the Christchurch Botanic Gardens! Join Agents of Discovery, the not so secret, secret agency dedicated to learning outdoors and solving challenges. Download the free app to your ...
Where: Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Christchurch
Address: Rolleston Ave, Christchurch
From: 9:00am on Wednesday 9th January 2019
To: 5:00pm on Thursday 28th February 2019
Cranford Ale House Quiz Night
Pub quizzes - Join the team at The Cranford Ale House for their weekly free entry Pub Quiz. Featuring: - Great Quiz Master - Free entry - Over $100-worth of prizes each night - Quiz night special meals ...
Where: Cranford Ale House, Christchurch
Address: 305 Cranford St, Christchurch
From: 7:00pm on Monday 14th January 2019
To: 9:30pm on Monday 6th May 2019