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Black Cat Cruises	17 KM Akaroa
Scenic cruises on Akaroa Harbour near Christchurch viewing Hector's Dolphins, penguins & seals with opportunities to experience swimming with the world's rarest and smallest dolphins. Operates daily all year round.   Add

One day mountain adventure safari

7.2 KM Arthurs Pass

This full day adventure safari starts by bus from Christchurch making its way over the Canterbury plains to Arthurs Pass in the mountains. Along the way, there is an adrenaline pumping jet boat ride along the Waimakariri River and rugged 4 wheel drive journey across working cattle farms. At Arthurs Pass a stunning scenic train journey through the Southern Alp's on the TranzAlpine travels back to Christchurch.   Add

Skydiving Kiwis Ltd	4.4 KM Ashburton
Established in June 2011 by a small group of highly skilled and extremely passionate Kiwi skydivers, it is our pleasure to introduce you to Skydiving Kiwis   Add

Four Peaks High Country Track - 4 day private walk

17.4 KM Fairlie

This Track is a 4 day/night Walk or Bike ride over an historic sheep Station, in the hills near Fairlie, 2 hours from Christchurch. You stay in upgraded musterer's huts with flush toilets, hot showers, charming! Your packs are transported from hut to hut so you only walk with a small daypack to carry lunch and wet weather gear. The track is a 50km circuit, magic scenery, great way to explore NZ's high country paradise. Open Nov -April. Groups up to 10 people. BOOK NOW!   Add

Rafting on the Rangitata River	32.9 KM Geraldine
Enjoy the rafting on the Rangitata River. Really this is good fun and the landscape is magnificent.   Add

A Taste of Italy' at Amuri Estate Retreat	5.9 KM Hanmer
Do something special in Hanmer Springs. Experience 'A Taste of Italy' in the middle of traditional sheep and cattle high-country. Tour the picturesque olive grove, taste a range of NZ top quality extra virgin olive oils, enjoy an alfresco lunch served with local wine. Advance booking is necessary.   Add

4x4 Adventures New Zealand Limited	21.3 KM Hanmer Junction
Our Lord of the Rings and Off Road Tours. Tours are not affected by the earthquake. Chauffeured or self-drive. Custom made tours one day to six weeks around the South Island. Penguins Volcanoes, Fishing Photography. Exclusive Tours for those who choose not to follow the pack. Can pick up from anywhere around Christchurch.   Add

Whale discovery	10.3 KM Kaikoura
Do not miss Kaikoura (South of Marlborough) on your way to/from Christchurch. Several options to see the whales: by helicopter, boat or plane. This is unbelievable!   Add

Kaikoura Wilderness Walks	24.3 KM Kaikoura
2 or 3 day guided hiking tours traversing the privately owned Puhi Peaks Nature Reserve rising to 2438m (8,000ft). Guests are treated to an authentic and diverse wilderness encounter, complemented by delicious New Zealand cuisine and luxurious accommodation at purpose built, eco- friendly Shearwater Lodge, nestled at the bush line high in the spectacular seaward Kaikoura range.   Add

The Artists Retreat	7.6 KM Kaikoura
Unique holiday cottage built to look like an old wooden church. Perched on a hill and nestled between the mountains and the sea The Artists Retreat overlooks the seaside town of Kaikoura. There are fantastic views overlooking farmlands.   Add

Lord of the Rings Edoras tour	58.6 KM Methven
A full day tour from Christchurch sets out in the Mount Potts region where Edoras was filmed for the Lord of The Rings trilogy. The bio diesel 4 wheel drive adventure tour shows exclusive photos of the film sets and offers views of the Misty Mountains and Helm's Deep from the summit of Edoras in the films. Commentary of provided by experienced guides with picnic lunch provided.   Add

Mt Hutt Ski resort	17.7 KM Methven
Mt Hutt Ski resort is usually open from June to October (depending of the season).   Add

Hiking on Mount Cook	19.4 KM Mt Cook
The Mount Cook National park has the biggest mountain of the country. For lovers of climbing.   Add

Alan Campbell - Fly Fishing and Accommodation	8.2 KM Pukaki
Alan Campbell is a professional fishing guide who practices catch and release fishing, and knows all the best places to fish in the Waitaki district, New Zealand. Alan is located in Twizel, in the Mackenzie district.   Add

Mount Cook and Mackenzie Basin tours	1.4 KM Tekapo
Bus tours for a half or full day from either Queenstown or Christchurch to the Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest mountain, allow to take in the breathtaking scenery of this area while experiencing some of the best activities. Discover the beauty of the National Park with the Mt Cook Alpine Village, Lake Tekapo, the MacKenzie country and combination of tours and activities in Queenstown.   Add

Tekapo Helicopters	1.6 KM Tekapo
Come and experience the Southern Alps and Mt Cook with Tekapo Helicopters! Our tours will take you on a choice of 5 different flight paths into the heart of the Mt Cook region and West coast Glaciers. All flights include a mountain top landing. Tekapo Helicopters are also available for charters, filming, lifting, weddings, aerial photography and pest control.   Add

Aigantighe Art Museum

16.8 KM Timaru

Visit the home of the South Island's 3rd largest public art museum. Established in 1956 in the house called Aigantighe (pronounced 'egg and tie") which in Scottish Gaelic means 'at home'. This unique art museum holds New Zealand, Asian, Pacific & European art works from the 16th century to the present day including paintings by Frances Hodgkins, C.F. Goldie, van der Velden and Colin McCahon.    Add

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