Canterbury Nature and Eco Tourism, New Zealand
EARTH AND SKY OBSERVATORY - Lake TekapoLocation: Canterbury - Lake Tekapo A unique opportunity to visit a fully functioning scientific observatory, navigating your way through the Southern Sky. Daytime guided tours and night stargazing tours at Mt John Observatory. See our own Milky Way Galaxy and Sirius - the brightest star in our..(more) |
KAIKOURA KAYAKS - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura The Kaikoura coast is home to an abundance of marine life and sea birds. There is no better way to explore this fascinating environment than to paddle your own sea kayak on a safe, guided tour with us. No experience or swimming ability..(more) |
KAIKOURA NIGHT SKY - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Kaikoura Night Sky is a unique tour designed to introduce you to the Spectacular Southern Hemisphere Night Sky over New Zealand. Using Practical Knowledge, Science, Maori Knowledge and Stories your guide will take you on a journey from horizon to horizon. Tours run nightly for 1-1½ hours and commence approximately one hour after..(more) |
KAIKOURA WILDERNESS WALKS - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Take a walk on the wild side and experience a wilderness walk of a lifetime. This is walking at its very best. An extraordinary journey of discovery. Guests will enjoy spectacular vistas of untouched wilderness, beautiful accommodation at Shearwater Lodge set in an outstanding location, wonderful local cuisine and Kiwi hospitality at its very..(more) |
KO TANE - Maori Cultural Experience - ChristchurchLocation: Canterbury Come and discover Tane Mahuta the Maori god of the forest. Discover a people and culture who live in harmony with nature. Ko Tane is a Maori cultural experience located at Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Tours include a Powhiri (traditional Maori welcome), cultural performance and entertainment, Maori village and nature tour, Taste New Zealand dinner and..(more) |
POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks PeninsulaLocation: Canterbury Pohatu is the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. 4WD safaris enable you to visit this remote and beautiful area, meet the local experts and learn of conservation and day-to-day life of white-flippered penguins within the large Pohatu Colony. Sea kayaking safaris give great wildlife viewing opportunities and allow the adventurous to explore..(more) |
POINT SHEEP SHEARING - The Point, KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Come inside, gather around; you will sample a true taste of New Zealand sheep shearing in action. Get up close to our drysdale ram "Ram-man"; he eats out of your hand. Taking place in an authentic Kiwi shearing shed you will experience a traditional sheep shearing show including information on wool types and sheep..(more) |
RANGITATA RAFTS - Peel Forest, South CanterburyLocation: Canterbury - Peel Forest Spectacular Lord of the Rings scenery combined with rafting some of New Zealand's most exciting stretches of grade 1 – grade 5 white water for 2.5 hours, delicious meals and an amazing atmosphere creates the perfect recipe for New Zealand’s most unique rafting adventure. Day trip from Christchurch or the perfect adventure stop between..(more) |
RUBICON VALLEY HORSE TREKS - SpringfieldLocation: Canterbury - Springfield and Great Alpine Highway Experience the pleasures of horse riding through a working high country farm. Quiet area of hills, neat farms, native beech and pine forest, and lonely, open country on the edge of the Canterbury Plains where it meets the foothills of the Southern Alps. Peaceful and beautiful, still and quiet, and yet just 45 minutes from..(more) |
SEAL SWIM KAIKOURA - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Snorkelling with wild fur seals, in the shallow waters of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula, is truly a unique experience. It's one of those simple nature experiences that opens your mind to the sheer magnificence of our natural environment and its inhabitants. A breath-taking nature activity. You won't believe how curious, friendly and playful seals can..(more) |
WHALE WATCH - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura New Zealand's ultimate year-round nature experience offering exciting close encounters with giant sperm whales. Kaikoura's semi-resident sperm whales share their unique world with other whale and dolphin species, seals and albatross - all regularly sighted. Our 95% success rate means we guarantee an 80% refund if your tour doesn't see a..(more) |
WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - ChristchurchLocation: Canterbury Just 15 minutes from Christchurch 'close encounters of the wildlife kind'. Embark on a journey through the history of New Zealand. See the impact of introduced species in 'Wild NZ' – meet old livestock breeds in 'Heritage NZ'. Open daily 9:30am – 10:00pm (Guided Tours only after dusk). Experience native wildlife in 'Natural NZ' Kiwis..(more) |
WINGS OVER WHALES - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura While you are in New Zealand head for Kaikoura and go whale watching, by aeroplane! It's the way to view whales and mountains. In a 30-minute flight you will see the majestic sperm whale preparing for his next dive and up to 500 dusky dolphins. You may also fly over Kaikoura Peninsula and see evidence..(more) |
A-CLASS SAILING AKAROA - Akaroa, Banks PeninsulaLocation: Canterbury We provide the only environmentally sustainable and exciting harbour cruise around Akaroa Harbour. Enjoy an encounter with wildlife, on their terms, without disrupting their environment. Our 47-foot classic ocean sailing yacht, Manutara, is one of the last A-Class keelers built. Enjoy a 2.5-hour sail experience cruise around Akaroa Harbour, with basic, personal sail training..(more) |
AKAROA FOX II SAILING AND WILDLIFE TOURS - AkaroaLocation: Canterbury Sail with dolphins on New Zealand's oldest ketch—Fox II. See penguins, seals, albatross, and other sea birds. A real sailing experience; as crew, or just relax. Quiet, eco-friendly green boat, two masts, six red sails. Food, refreshments, complimentary coffee/tea. Three hours, departing 10:30 am and 1:30 pm from Daly's Wharf, Akaroa late Dec-May. Satisfaction guaranteed!..(more) |
ALBATROSS ENCOUNTER - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Kaikoura has the greatest number of different seabirds in a small area. View these birds in their natural environment. Birds include albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls. Experience the sensation of getting close to the mighty albatross, one of the world's largest flight..(more) |
ALPINE HORSE SAFARIS - Hawarden, North CanterburyLocation: Canterbury - Hanmer Springs Imagine spending your holiday on one of our exhilarating trail rides in the high country of New Zealand's South Island. Guided horse riding pack trips from two hours to twelve days though the North Canterbury high country. View spectacular scenery: snow-capped mountains, vast river flats, crystal clear lakes and..(more) |
ALPS2OCEAN - Peel Forest, CanterburyLocation: Canterbury - Peel Forest Welcome to the heartland of pristine New Zealand. We have created a 100% family-owned business committed to providing personalised guided adventure tours. We pride ourselves on providing the most fulfilling adventure and experience possible in our outstanding natural environment. Come see beautiful rivers, alpine landscapes, hidden waterfalls, ancient native forests and so much..(more) |
BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and AkaroaLocation: Canterbury The beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise where we guarantee you will see dolphins or come again another day for FREE, you will also see fur seals, penguins and other marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of..(more) |
DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER - KaikouraLocation: Canterbury - Kaikoura Dolphin watching and swimming in Kaikoura. Get wonderful views of the spectacular and acrobatic dusky dolphins from one of our boats. See the dolphins in their natural environment with the option to swim amongst these friendly creatures. Swimming with the dolphins is an experience of a..(more) |