What to do in Waimakariri District

Activities, attractions and tours

A river with a rocky shore and tall grass on the left bank.
A calm lake with a forested island and a clear sky.
A sandy path leading to the beach with wooden posts and ropes.

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
Blokarts suitable for ages 8 to 80+ with tandem karts available for those not ready to go it alone.

Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

NZ$99
per adult
Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure
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
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Woodford Glen Speedway

You can take time to visit Woodford Glen Speedway during your travels to Kaiapoi.
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Day trip destinations from Waimakariri District

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.

Christchurch

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

Arthur's Pass

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 beach with three makeshift fishing boats with nets, a bicycle, and a blue bucket.

Rangiora

An aerial view of a suburban area with a central road, green spaces, and residential houses.

West Melton

A lifeguard tower on a sandy beach with dunes and coniferous trees in the background.

Woodend

A road with mountains in the background and a river in the foreground.

Kaiapoi