Things to do in Canterbury Region, South Island: The Best Beaches

March 6, 2022 Enriqueta Cusson

Christchurch, the Garden City, and the Canterbury region are the perfect destination for daredevils. From northern Kaikoura to Waimate in the south, Canterbury is an adventure sports paradise. Hangliding, helibiking, bungee jumping, snowboarding, jetboating, rafting and skydiving get the adrenaline going. Golfing, flightseeing, swimming with dolphins and soaking in thermal pools are more laid-back temptations. Christchurch, a city of parks and gardens, is the country’s third largest urban area.
Restaurants in Canterbury Region

1. Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

The Esplanade Sumner Beach, Christchurch 2004 New Zealand +64 3-379 9629 http://www.beachsumner.co.nz
Excellent
52%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 326 reviews

Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

Reviewed By Juliea1928 - Tauranga, New Zealand

Easy to get to by bus or car the beach is just lovely and takes you back in time. There is a lovely big rock you can walk through on low tide which is amazing. Quant shops nearby and a fun place to visit

2. Corsair Bay

Governor's Bay Road Near Lyttelton, Christchurch 8082 New Zealand
Excellent
48%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 60 reviews

Corsair Bay

Reviewed By 194fayh - Christchurch, New Zealand

This beach is very safe for all ages to swim at. Also has a wonderful playground and picnic areas . Secluded - turnoff main road this bay is on two levels well off the road way so safe for little ones too.

3. Waimairi Beach

Beach Road, Christchurch 8009 New Zealand
Excellent
68%
Good
18%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 22 reviews

Waimairi Beach

4. Caroline Bay Beach

Hilton Highway, Timaru 7910 New Zealand http://Timaru.govt.nz
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 396 reviews

Caroline Bay Beach

Reviewed By RoyR605 - Whanganui, New Zealand

Great place for a peaceful walk and you could get to see the little blue penguins.Great place to take the kids for a paddle or swim.

5. Leithfield Beach

Leithfield 2004 New Zealand
Excellent
14%
Good
86%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 7 reviews

Leithfield Beach

6. New Brighton Beach

Marine Parade, Christchurch 8061 New Zealand
Excellent
34%
Good
42%
Satisfactory
16%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 255 reviews

New Brighton Beach

Reviewed By Strickes - Rotorua District, New Zealand

We visited here for the first time recently. Lovely flat beach, easy walking and lovely views. The walk along the pier and area is easy and well worth it. Well maintained area, very popular with people exercising, sight seeing and fishing.

7. Woodend Beach

State Highway One, Christchurch New Zealand
Excellent
60%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5 reviews

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