Activities and Attractions
Canterbury & Mt Cook

Canterbury & Mt Cook New Zealand offers a wide range of tourist attractions and activities for visitors. Outdoor recreation, adventure activities, attractions for all ages & interests, wildlife & nature, restaurants & cafes, entertainment and shopping. Other tourism related services in Canterbury & Mt Cook include venues for functions, conferences and weddings and professional organisers.

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Select Canterbury & Mt Cook attractions and activities from the listings below. Featured "Canterbury & Mt Cook Activities" are at the top of the list.

Includes Arthurs Pass, Hurunui / North Canterbury, Hanmer Springs, Methven / Mt Hutt, Ashburton, Timaru and Geraldine. Also the Mt Cook / MacKenzie region including Aoraki / Mount Cook National Park, Lake Tekapo, Twizel and Omarama. To find listings in specific areas of Canterbury, please select a sub region from the list below. For tourism services in the Christchurch area including Akaroa, please go to the Christchurch Travel Guide

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Air Safaris Scenic Flights Mt Cook Franz Josef
Every seat a window seat. Get the big picture!
The flight of a lifetime, the "Grand Traverse" is a spectacular scenic flightseeing experience allowing you to explore Mount Cook and Westland National Parks. This magnificent flight encompasses over 200 kilometres of New Zealand's most spectacular alpine scenery. Flying from Lake Tekapo, Glentanner Park & Franz Josef with inter-airport flights for coach tour passengers.
In Lake Tekapo Scenic Flights
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Air Safaris Scenic Flights Mt Cook Franz Josef Every seat a window seat. Get the big picture!
Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass & Lake Moeraki
Tranquil retreats in harmony with the environment
Superior eco-lodge accommodation set in two stunningly wild & scenic parts of the South Island; the rugged West Coast and the Southern Alps. Each lodge offers ensuite accommodation, gourmet food & wine, warm hospitality, guided nature tours & eco experiences. The perfect places to relax & unwind.
In Arthurs Pass Wildlife & Nature
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Wilderness Lodge, Arthurs Pass & Lake Moeraki Tranquil retreats in harmony with the environment
Girls on Bikes, Methven 18 Feb 2012
Women's road cycling event with 37km & 76km circuits, Canterbury.
The ski crazy town of Methven in inland Canterbury hosts the annual Brazier Property Girls on Bikes road cycling event. Two courses are available to riders, 37km and 76km circuits, catering to newcomers to organised cycling as well as the more proficient. Stunning Southern Alps scenery & great after party!
In Methven / Mt Hutt Cycling & Biking
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Girls on Bikes, Methven 18 Feb 2012 Women's road cycling event with 37km & 76km circuits, Canterbury.
Earth & Sky Mt John Observatory, Lake Tekapo
Day and Night Sky Tours at Mount John & Cowan's Hill.
The most accessible observatory in the world under the clearest skies in NZ, 300 metres above the lake. Learn about astronomy - choose from the Day Tour, Dusk to Darkness Tour, Family Tour or Stargazing Night Tour at Mt John or visit Cowan's Hill in Tekapo itself.
In Lake Tekapo Attractions
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Earth & Sky Mt John Observatory, Lake Tekapo Day and Night Sky Tours at Mount John & Cowan's Hill.
Winter Games NZ August 2013
Major winter sports event with world-class athletes & 26 snow sports
The biggest winter sports event outside the Winter Olympics held every 2 years during August in Otago NZ. 16 days of thrilling competitions from snowboarding to figure skating and off-snow activities & entertainment in downtown Queenstown & Wanaka.
In Methven / Mt Hutt Entertainment and in Methven / Mt Hutt Snow & Mountains
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Winter Games NZ August 2013 Major winter sports event with world-class athletes & 26 snow sports
Glentanner Park
Budget accommodation, camping & RV park, guided horse treks & local activity bookings
Self catering accommodation options with superb views of Aoraki Mt Cook and only 15 minutes from Mount Cook National Park. Self contained cabins, budget cabins, backpackers / bunk rooms, power sites for campervans & caravans and tent sites. Information centre & bookings for sightseeing & activities, café & souvenir shop on site.
In Mount Cook Horse Trekking & Equestrian
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Glentanner Park Budget accommodation, camping & RV park, guided horse treks & local activity bookings
Plai-Fah Thai Cooking Class, Fairlie Thai cooking classes held in Fairlie.
Official Visitors Guide to Methven Mt Hutt  find accommodation, activities, ski deals, events & more.
Stacy Squires Photography Diverse range of photography covering the whole Canterbury region.
The Brown Pub Methven Mt Hutt A true kiwi country pub, family restaurant, budget accommodation
SNAP! Wedding Photography Some of the best wedding photography around? Judge for yourself...
Visit Waimakariri Perfect countryside destination to stay on holiday, 20 mins north of Christchurch.
Skydiving Kiwis Ltd Personalised skydiving experiences! Only 1.5 hours South of Christchurch.
Country Feasts Catering For every event that requires a caterer in Canterbury
Brinkley Resort Methven Hotel & apartment accommodation near Mt Hutt ski area

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Rangitata Rafts
Priced from: $198
The magnificent Lord of the Rings scenery alone is worth visiting, but combine this with... . . . .
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Rangitata Rafts
Backtrax Quad Bike Tours
Priced from: $145
Located in the alpine village of Hanmer Springs we are the quad biking specialists. Tours... . . . .
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Backtrax Quad Bike Tours
Wai ariki Nature Park Ltd
Priced from: $10
The Nature Park is a purpose built facility situated in a 2 acre area sheltered... . . . .
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Wai ariki Nature Park Ltd
Thrillseekers Adventures
Priced from: $115
Thrillseekers Adventures is the regions first established jetboat operation. Situated above the very scenic Waiau... . . . .
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Thrillseekers Adventures
Mount Olympus
Priced from: $100
The powder paradise of the South Island. Only two hours drive from Christchurch, Mt Olympus... . . . .
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Mount Olympus
The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Priced from: $27
?It's not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves? A tribute to Sir Edmund Hillary,... . . . .
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The Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre
Glacier Explorers
Priced from: $140
The Trip: An up close amazing encounter with icebergs, on a glacial terminal lake. Depart... . . . .
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Glacier Explorers
Mt Cook Salmon Ltd
Priced from: $3
Mt Cook Salmon is the worlds highest salmon farm, 677m above sea leave. This farm... . . . .
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Mt Cook Salmon Ltd
Tasman Valley 4WD & Argo Tours
Priced from: $75
Mt Cook, New Zealand offers the perfect terrain for adventurous 4WD and off road tours... . . . .
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Tasman Valley 4WD & Argo Tours
Big Al's SnowSports
Priced from: $22
.Our staff are dedicated snowboarders and skiers who have grown up on Mount Hutt before... . . . .
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Big Al's SnowSports
Alpine Springs
Priced from: $5
Imagine soaking in hot pools surrounded by snow and under the magnificent clear night sky... . . . .
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Alpine Springs
Roundhill Ski Area
Priced from: $32
Roundhill Ski Area is situated in the heart of the Mackenzie Country, where you can... . . . .
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Roundhill Ski Area
Hot Tubs Omarama
Priced from: $25
Soak your soul... and unwind In summer or winter by day or night, your private... . . . .
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Hot Tubs Omarama

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