Waipara Travel Guide

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Cosy little getaway with amazing hot tub and wineries on your doorstep

Cosy little getaway with amazing hot tub and wineries on your doorstep

Waipara Canterbury
The price is NZ$381 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
NZ$381
24 Feb - 25 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Waipara. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and bathrobes. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ...
Christmas Short Stay
A delightful property and location. Great facilities and luxuries. The Christmas tree was a great touch. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2024

Cosy little getaway with amazing hot tub and wineries on your doorstep
Russell's Cabins

Russell's Cabins

2 out of 5
618 Omihi Road Waipara
The price is NZ$550 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
NZ$550
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Russell's Cabins
Kumiko's Guest House

Kumiko's Guest House

5 out of 5
618 Omihi Rd Waipara Canterbury
Stay at this luxury guesthouse in Waipara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an on-site winery. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines ...
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Kumiko's Guest House
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Russell's Cabins

Russell's Cabins

2 out of 5
618 Omihi Road Waipara
Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend!

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Russell's Cabins
Rangiora Eco Holiday Park

Rangiora Eco Holiday Park

3 out of 5
337 Lehmans Road Rangiora
Stay at this cabin in Rangiora. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and Wi-Fi (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangiora Racecourse and Arlington Reserve are ...
7.4/10 Good! (146 reviews)
We had a pleasant time here. Our cabin was very hot during the day and cool during the night. The shared facilities are a cool place to meet different types of people. The common areas have a very 1990s to early 2000s feel which is great, a bit of an era I miss dearly ☺️ This place was great for ...

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

Rangiora Eco Holiday Park
Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul.

Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul.

Leithfield Canterbury
Stay at this cottage in Leithfield. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Leithfield Beach Reserves and Leithfield Beach are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Lovely cottage. Peaceful and everything you need.Great that pets are allowed to stay.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Waipara Springs Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Waipara Springs Winery during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Waipara Springs Winery

Weka Pass Railway

You can study the exhibits at Weka Pass Railway, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Weka Pass Railway

Torlesse Wines

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Torlesse Wines during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Torlesse Wines

Activities

Cruise Ship Day Christchurch Hop On Hop Off Tour

CRUISE SHIP DAY LYTTELTON Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours to Waipara

NZ$130
per adult
CRUISE SHIP DAY LYTTELTON Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours to Waipara
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch

Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch

NZ$199
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
Waipara Wine Trail Group Tour From Christchurch

Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch

NZ$235
per adult
Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch
Exclusive access to this coastal sheep farm - what a view

Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.

NZ$295
per adult
Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit.
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch

NZ$320
per adult
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Waipara Valley Wine Tour with Lunch
Wine trail and Christchurch City day tour

Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour

NZ$625
per adult
Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour
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