Best Christchurch Boat Trips


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Best Christchurch Boat Trips

A boat trip in Christchurch is a great way to see the best that the city and wider Canterbury region has to offer.  Boat trips vary from slow paced river tours, to larger scale ocean, bound whale and dolphin spotting experiences.   We've picked out our favourite Christchurch Boat Trips which include boat trips throughout the Canterbury region.

Punting On The Avon River

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Admire the beautiful Christchurch Botanic Gardens or the changing face of the city centre as you are gently guided along the Avon River from one of two sites on the Edwardian-style Punting tours.... Read More

Whale Watch Kaikoura

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Award-winning whale tourism company in Kaikōura with 30 years’ experience, offering comprehensive marine excursions all year round.  Visitors will be taken out in a modern catamaran, in s... Read More

Black Cat Cruises

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Tick your ultimate New Zealand bucket list activity off and swim in the wild with the endangered Hector’s dolphins with Black Cat Cruises............ Read More

Akaroa Dolphins

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Discover the adorable and playful Hector’s dolphins which are only found in New Zealand waters.  The boat cruise takes you past rugged cliff faces and dramatic panoramic views that will take yo... Read More

Glacier Explorers

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Incredible boat journeys beside the mighty Tasman Glacier. One of only three tours of its kind in the world, you'll sail across the terminal lake and capture some amazing...... Read More

Alpine Jet Thrills

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

Christchurch and Canterbury's premier Jet Boat operator also offers the only commercial passenger Airboat ride in New Zealand.  A thrilling adventure the whole family can share.  Strap ... Read More

Discovery Jet

Best Christchurch Boat Trips

High-speed jet boating adventures through the Rakaia Gorge, an hour out of Christchurch. Experience 360 degree spins and breakneck speeds along the narrow and shallow cha...... Read More

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