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Akaroa's French heritage

Scenic Views in Akaroa, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
A day trip from Christchurch, Akaroa is an enchanting harbourside settlement that has preserved its French heritage.

Pohatu Marine Reserve

National Parks & Marine Reserves in Akaroa, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Flea Bay is certainly off the beaten track. In fact, you'll need a 4WD vehicle to get here.

National Parks & Marine Reserves in Arthur's Pass, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Snowy peaks, scree slopes, steep gorges and wide braided rivers are characteristics that make the Arthur's Pass National Park unforgettable.

Cave Stream Scenic Reserve

Parks & Reserves in Arthur's Pass, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
A limestone cave nearly 600 metres long provides a unique, and rather wet, adventure at Cave Stream Scenic Reserve.

Craigieburn Conservation Area

Parks & Reserves in Arthur's Pass, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Enjoy the sheltered forest valleys and rocky tussock slopes of this alpine park. Follow a short nature trail or stretch out along a four-hour hike.

Canterbury Plains

Scenic Views in Ashburton, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Like a patchwork quilt made with every shade of green, the Canterbury Plains lie serenely between the mountains and the sea.

Mount Somers Conservation Area

Parks & Reserves in Ashburton, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
What's an old volcano doing at the edge of the Southern Alps? Around Mount Somers, the usual greywacke rock is upstaged by lava formations.

Cathedral Square

History & Culture in Christchurch, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
From the charming historic trams to the tall spire of Christ Church, Cathedral Square is a picturesque place to organise your day.

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

Parks & Reserves in Christchurch, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Founded more than 140 years ago, the Christchurch Botanic Gardens has many special areas to explore.

Peel Forest Park

Parks & Reserves in Geraldine, Christchurch - Canterbury Region
Enjoy ancient native forest, delicate ferns and alpine tussock in this scenic forest park. Stand beneath a waterfall or picnic beside an alpine lake.

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