What to do in Selwyn District

Activities, attractions and tours

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A snow-covered mountain range with a valley and a road.
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Activities

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

NZ$40
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

NZ$69
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

NZ$370
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Body of water in Christchurch City Tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch

NZ$95
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Half-day Sightseeing Tour of Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

NZ$45
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Picture 5 for Activity From Christchurch: Arthur's Pass Guided Day Trip with Lunch

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

NZ$199
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Christchurch City Walking Tour - Explore our Vibrant City

Christchurch Guided Walking Tour with optional Wine Tasting

NZ$35
per adult
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour with optional Wine Tasting
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

NZ$82
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo
Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

NZ$85
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River
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Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Activity duration is 13 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 267 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$250 per adult
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Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill

Activity duration is 8 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$320 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 32 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$199 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Akaroa Day Tour

Akaroa Day Tour

Activity duration is 9 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$330 per adult
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Water activities

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Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River

Activity duration is 1 day
9.4 out of 10 with 30 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$85 per adult
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What to do in Selwyn District

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Porters Ski Area

9.0/10 (7 reviews)
Hit the slopes in Castle Hill with a visit to Porters Ski Area. Amble around the area's parks or visit its churches.
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Day trip destinations from Selwyn District

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Christchurch

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Methven

A mountainous landscape with a stream, rocky terrain, and snow-capped peaks.

Arthur's Pass

A meadow with yellow flowers and a mountain range in the background.

Windwhistle

A mountainous landscape with snow-capped peaks and two trucks parked in a green field.

Darfield

A rocky landscape with large boulders and a grassy field.

Castle Hill

A mountainous landscape with a lake and green fields.

Rolleston

A large red brick building with a clock tower, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Lincoln