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Canterbury offers many exciting activities that let you enjoy its beautiful outdoors.
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Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours 
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours 
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours 
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours Air and Scenic flights
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours Caving
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours Hot Air Balloon
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours Multi-Day Tours
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours Nature and Wildlife
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours 
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours 
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch vi...
Christchurch to Greymouth train tour aboard the world famous TranzAlpine
from NZ $520.00
13 Hours
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours One Day Tours
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch vi...
Christchurch to Greymouth train tour aboard the world famous TranzAlpine
from NZ $520.00
13 Hours
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours 
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour...
Enjoy 360 degree views of the mountainous terrain from the summit of Edoras
from NZ $325.00
10 Hours 
Other Activities
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours Private Experiences
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours
from NZ $395.00
Allow approximately 3 hours for the experience. Flight time is around 1 hour.
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours Scenic Cruises & Boat Tours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours Scenic Tours & Excursions
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch vi...
Christchurch to Greymouth train tour aboard the world famous TranzAlpine
from NZ $520.00
13 Hours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour...
Enjoy 360 degree views of the mountainous terrain from the summit of Edoras
from NZ $325.00
10 Hours Tours
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch vi...
Christchurch to Greymouth train tour aboard the world famous TranzAlpine
from NZ $520.00
13 Hours
Methven- Mt Hutt Scenic Hot Air Balloon Fligh...
Spectacular views of the stunning Canterbury Plains
from NZ $380
4 hours
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours
Lord of the Rings, Journey to Edoras Day Tour...
Enjoy 360 degree views of the mountainous terrain from the summit of Edoras
from NZ $325.00
10 Hours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours Walking and Hiking
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch vi...
Christchurch to Greymouth train tour aboard the world famous TranzAlpine
from NZ $520.00
13 Hours
from NZ $529.00
8 Hours
from NZ $399.00
10 Hours
from NZ $580.00
1 Days 12 Hours
Ultimate Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christ...
Picture perfect scenery - including Lakes Pearson and Lydon, and Cave Stream
from NZ $655.00
10 Hours
from NZ $579.00
8 Hours Tourist Information About Canterbury Plains
Canterbury offers many exciting activities that let you enjoy its beautiful outdoors. If you love adventure, skydiving over Christchurch’s coastline with Skydiving Kiwis Ōtautahi is a must-try. You will start with a scenic helicopter ride and then jump for an unforgettable free fall. Another great way to experience nature is by going on a Seal Kayak Tour in Kaikoura. You can pedal your kayak and get close to playful New Zealand fur seals, as well as spot other marine animals like blue penguins and albatrosses.
For a more peaceful activity, golf lovers can visit the Woodlands Course at Harewood, which offers great views and top-notch facilities to practice their game. Hot air balloon rides from Methven give you a chance to float above the stunning Southern Alps and the patchwork plains, enjoying spectacular views from high above. Whether you seek thrills or calm moments, there are plenty of activities in Canterbury to suit every visitor.
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