Best Things To Do For Teenagers In Christchurch

Ferrymead Golf and Leisure Park is Christchurch’s premier family attraction. Set in a beautifully scenic venue, Ferrymead has something for everyone, including:   A public links-style 9 hole golf course with 2 different pin placements on each green  3 challenging and themed mini-putt courses 26 bay, all weather Driving Range Paintball Arena Fully licensed ca...

Supa Karts Indoor Go Karting Track offers a daily adrenaline dose, and high octane fun experience. The 200 metre long track is suitable for everyone, whether you are an expert adrenaline karting driver, or just learning to drive.  Operating on the number 1 track in town, drivers benefit from an excellent fleet of top quality French engineered and manufactured, SODI Go Karts.  Built fo...

Offering 360-degree views over Christchurch, the gondola provides visitors with a spectacular vista and fantastic photo opportunities. The journey to 500 metres above sea level takes about 10 minutes in a fully enclosed cable car.  At the top visitors can stretch their legs with a walk on one of the many Port Hills tracks or simply sit and take in the view stretches to the Southern Alps in...

The ultimate base for epic mountain bike, zipline & sightseeing adventures as well as chilled out down-time in Christchurch’s Port Hills. Race through the valley on the dual zipline tour. Take in the stunning views from the chairlift or walking track.  Be totally stoked out by the stunning machine and hand-built mountain bike trails or just chill out on the large deck of th...

See New Zealand’s only gorillas and the country’s only orang-utans at Orana Wildlife Park. Set in 80 hectares, within 15 minutes’ drive of Christchurch airport, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand’s only open range zoo. Over 400 animals, representing more than 70 different species, are displayed. Regular animal presentations occur daily.   The Park specialises in providing amazi...

A short 20-minute drive from Methven and Mt Hutt, and just 60 minutes from Christchurch, the crystal clear waters of the Rakaia River is your destination for some high octane action. Go wet and wild with a thrill-filled ride on a powerful jet boat, or turn things up a notch with a jet boat combo experience Jet Boat Tours: Discovery Jet offers visitors the chance to go hurtling through gorges...

Discover New Zealand’s military aviation story at the place where it all began. Engage with stories of the men and women who have helped shape New Zealand’s military aviation journey, and reflect on their service and sacrifice through years of war and peace.   Explore the diverse collection at your own pace through immersive exhibitions, or join a free, guided ‘Behind the Scenes’ to...

Located just five minutes from Christchurch Airport, Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is a family attraction that combines conservation, wildlife and Maori culture.  The reserve is home to 50 different types of animals and up to 500 individual animals, wandering free and housed in individually designed enclosures.  Explore three zones to learn about the county's endangered wildlife. Vis...

Spend a day in the outdoors cycling, walking, or running. Enjoy the peace and listen to native birdcall. Victoria Park on the outskirts of Christchurch offers a wealth of outdoor activities from the gentlest of walks to thrilling mountain bike tracks. Panoramic views of the city, the Canterbury Plains, the Southern Alps, and Pegasus Bay add a picturesque element to any visit to the park and ...

Many adventures, one location! Hanmer Springs Attractions offers you the outdoor adventure activities that New Zealand is famous for in the natural environment of Hanmer Springs.  Just 90 minutes from Christchurch, enjoy a day of fun with family or friends. Activities on offer include a thrilling Jet Boat ride along the Waiau River gorge, 35-metre Bungy Jump from the historic Ferry Br...

Clip ‘n Climb is the most exciting new concept in indoor climbing.  It's 100% pure Kiwi and was developed here in Christchurch. There are 38 different climbs for you to enjoy with automatic belay devices on every climb.  Simply clip them onto your harness and away you go.  When you reach the top, just let go and the device will gently lower you back down to the ground. All C...

​Glentanner Park Centre is the only fully-equipped campground and campervan park in the area, offering boutique and budget accommodation to suit every need. Located just 18km from Aoraki Mount Cook National Park, it's the perfect base from which to explore what this incredible region has to offer. Glentanner Park accommodation options include self-co...

Hidden Valleys Rafting offer rafters anything from a scenic, leisurely paddle through some stunning and serene mountain gorges, to really wet and wild rafting through grade 3 and 4 rapids.  They'll take you off the tourist track and show you the real New Zealand of strikingly beautiful bluffs and gullies, breathtaking mountains and no sign of civilisation for miles - except you, of course....