Top 10 Things to do Good for Adrenaline Seekers in Canterbury Region, South Island

One of the best places in the world to encounter dolphins in the wild! We operate on the dolphins' terms. Swim with the dolphins in their natural environment or watch their acrobatic displays form the comfort of the boat.

Swimming with New Zealand fur seals in the shallow bays of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula really is an experience that you don't want to miss. Tours take 2.5 hours and depart several times daily during summer. No experience is necessary and all equipment is supplied. Many travelers site their seal swimming experience as a highlight of there New Zealand holiday. For more information contact us...

Ride New Zealand - Live the Dream! Hire one of our 30+ meticulously maintained, latest model motorbikes and start your ride safely from our quiet country-side base near Christchurch, gateway to the glorious Southern Alps. Come to us for Rental Only, sensational GPS Self-Guided Tours, and fantastic Fully Guided Tours. Free transfers between our base and hotel/airport, great facilities, packing tables, protective gear, GPS, coffee, and lots of friendly smiles. We are all about top quality and attention to detail in everything we do. We have agents in Christchurch, Auckland and Queenstown and work with the best in NZ's tourism industry, we're dedicated to providing motorcycling visitors with the very best New Zealand has to offer - no compromise!

Adventurers get set... it's time to reach for the stars, slap on your life jacket, throw on some sunscreen and rekindle that pioneering spirit. We have a wicked summer deal to get you out on the water and up close with Nature & Wildlife - it's time to go sea kayaking in Akaroa & experience that 100% pure NZ adventure you have been waiting for!Sea kayak in our amazing marine reserve, take in our breathtaking Volcanic basin vistas, and soak up our French village by the sea. Akaroa, only 80 minuets from Christchurch, New Zealand, is where we are based.Your trip includes a remote beach where you can relax or swim, enjoy refreshments & explore remote bays & inlets. We make it easy for you to experience one of our famous safaris as no experience is needed, just a sense of adventure and basic level of fitness and co-ordination. Our safaris have been voted number 1 shore excursion activity on the NZ cruise loop!

Christchurch Segway Tour - Options to just take in the sights, or do a Post Earthquake Rebuild Tour. The Tour of our Central Business District is very popular with visitors to Christchurch because they are interested to see how Cantabrians are responding after a disaster and rebuilding their city. Helmet and full instruction given. We operate all year round.

Akaroa Sailing Cruises provides a real sailing experience and wildlife eco cruise. We are environmentally friendly with extremely low carbon footprint. Sail on our 1946 designed classic yacht. Designed to win the Sydney to Hobart yacht race. We offer two cruises daily: a Morning cruise boarding at 10:15am, departing at 10:30, returning at 1pm, and an Afternoon cruise boarding at 1:15pm, departing 1:30 and returning at 4pm.

Celebrating over 20 Years of Service! KAIKOURA'S ORIGINAL KAYAK OPERATOR - Est -1998. 100% Seal viewing - meet the locals of the marine kind in a real Sea Kayak with us today. Curious NZ Fur Seals, Blue Penguins and Dusky Dolphins are only a few paddle strokes away and our local Kiwi Guides would love to introduce you to them around the Kaikoura Peninsula. Stay warm and dry in our enclosed stable sea kayaks with all equipment provided including GORE-TEX dry pants in winter, wet shoes for your feet and dry bags for camera's. Our wildlife "Seal Kayaking" tours offer a safe, enjoyable, interactive experience, with little effort and a whole lot of good fun. No experience needed, suitable for all ages and abilities. Families welcome. If you want to tick off a real Kayaking experience from your bucket list with the help of our qualified Guides amongst a multitude of marine life in New Zealand, come paddling with us! (: The only Kaikoura kayak operator permitted to view dolhpins.

JET Hanmer Spring’s spectacular Waiau Gorge, for an unforgettable experience in a beautiful environment. Manoeuvre with classic jet boat power 30kms along the Waiau River, under the historic bridge and between deep canyon walls. BUNGY from the historic 135 year old Waiau Ferry bridge for an adrenaline-charged 35-metre free fall to the river canyon below! RAFT an alpine river and marvel at the twist rock, water holes, pink marble and faultline. Take off on a QUAD BIKE tour - challenge the terrain, river bed creek crossings, mud and Hanmer Springs farmland trails. CANOE your way down the scenic Waiau River on a fully-guided full-day trip - great fun for the whole family with lunch and return Jet ride included. You can also enjoy Paintball and Clay Bird Shooting in this wonderful natural environment. Groups, team building and conferences are also catered for. With a host of exciting and fun activities, this is an adventure for the whole family to enjoy! Open daily 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Escape to a world of peace and tranquillity. Hot Air Ballooning is a magical experience and a flight with Ballooning Canterbury offers panoramic views across the fertile Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps. There is nothing quite so romantic and exciting as floating across an ever changing landscape. Come fly with us!

Dolphin Swimming and Harbour Cruise Adventures. Small Professional Family Company 100% Locally Owned & Operated. Only 12 Guests On Each Tour. Personal Experience. Free Dolphin Swimming Photos.