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.

Things to do

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

£17
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools

£30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch

£87
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch
Blokarts suitable for ages 8 to 80+ with tandem karts available for those not ready to go it alone.

Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure

£43
per adult
Uniquely Kiwi Landsailing Adventure
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill

£87
per adult
Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

£161
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

£41
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

£18
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo

£36
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo
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Elephant Park

Explore the great outdoors at Elephant Park, a lovely green space in Rangiora. Amble around the area's riverfront or visit its spas.
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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 rocky landscape with large boulders and a grassy field.

Castle Hill

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

Kaiapoi