Christchurch International Antarctic Centre Entry Tickets

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Experience the wonder of Antarctica in Christchurch at one of New Zealand’s best, award-winning tourist attractions. It’s possibly the closest you’ll get to Antarctica without mounting your own expedition.

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Highlights

  • Climb aboard for an adrenaline and fun-filled ride on the Hagglund
  • Brace yourself for a simulated Antarctic storm where temperatures drop to -18˚C
  • See Little Blue Penguins - birds that have been rescued and cared for
  • Experience a simulated cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula in our 4D theatre
  • Get up close and personal with beautiful Husky dogs in the Husky zone

Description

Embark on a journey through Antarctica without leaving Christchurch. Visit one of New Zealand's best tourist attractions, the International Antarctic Center. Visitors of all ages will enjoy an interactive, fun and exciting experience of Antarctica. Experience snow and ice, an Antarctic storm, take the polar plunge ice water challenge, learn about life in modern modern-day Antarctica and Scott Base, and hang out with Little Blue Penguins. Try the famously exciting Hagglund ride and an awesome simulated 4D cruise Ice Voyage. The entry ticket is the closest way to experience Antarctica, without mounting your own expedition.

Includes

Entry ticket Access to the Storm Experience Access to the Husky Zone Access to Antarctica 101 Access to the Hagglund ride Access to the 4D show

Important Information

  • Visitors can store luggage free of charge
  • The Hagglund Ride is not recommended for pregnant visitors or those with heart conditions, back or neck pain. There is a height restriction for this ride, guests must be minimum of 1.2 metres tall.
  • The 4D movie includes realistic 3D imagery and 4D special effects of seat movement, water spray, air bursts, and bubbles. Viewer discretion is advised for those who are pregnant, suffering from neck or back pain, epilepsy or heart conditions. The show is considered suitable for all ages and parental discretion is recommended for children under 5 years.

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