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Top things to do in Christchurch
Akaroa Shamarra Alpaca Farm Guided Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
(330) • 10K+ booked
From
R$ 186.50
R$ 789.09
Retail: R$ 1,084.65
Avon River Punting Day Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
(66) • 3K+ booked
From
R$ 129.15
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Akaroa Dolphins Harbour Nature Cruise
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English guided
Morning departure
(59) • 3K+ booked
R$ 401.75
Arthur's Pass From Christchurch With TranzAlpine Day Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(12) • 300+ booked
From
R$ 1,219.49
Christchurch Kaikoura Whale Watching or Fishing Experience
English guided
Free cancellation
(3) • 100+ booked
R$ 1,241.49
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Admission Ticket
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(47) • 1K+ booked
R$ 104.75
Fall Special
Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch via Castle Hill
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(23) • 300+ booked
R$ 451.95
Kayaking and Safari Tour in Akaroa
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Small group
English guided
(17) • 400+ booked
From
R$ 416.05
Akaroa French Town & Alpaca Farm Full-Day Tour
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Instant confirmation
(6) • 50+ booked
From
R$ 904.79
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Aoraki/Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Full-Day Small Group Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(42) • 500+ booked
R$ 857.95
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Queenstown to Christchurch Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo Small Group Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(18) • 400+ booked
From
R$ 1,087.49
Transport in Christchurch
Fall Special
Christchurch Car Rental | Rent a car for International Antarctic Centre, Orana Wildlife Park, Botanic Gardens, Christchurch Airport
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Free cancellation
Hertz
10K+ booked
From
R$ 536
/day R$ 447.65
From
R$ 685.79
TranzAlpine Train Ticket between Christchurch and Arthur's Pass
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(11) • 400+ booked
From
R$ 1,096.09
Christchurch｜Christchurch International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Bestseller
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(93) • 200+ booked
From
R$ 201.75
Hotels in Christchurch
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Christchurch travel guide
Reviews of Christchurch activities
LAI *****
2026-05-10 20:03:28
The scenery was incredibly beautiful. We experienced both bright, sunny days with dazzling sunshine and light rain, which even brought a rainbow. The train was clean and tidy, with comfortable seats, free Wi-Fi, and USB charging ports at every seat. The meal package was excellent, with no disappointments, and even included unlimited alcoholic beverages. We even encountered a Chinese-speaking attendant! The only minor drawback was that the train's audio guide wasn't available in Chinese; it would have been perfect if it had been.
Yanny ****
2026-07-06 11:10:01
Unfortunately, it was raining during our visit to Arthur’s Pass, so we didn’t get the chance to see some of the village’s main tourist attractions. We also had to wait around four hours for the train back to Christchurch, which made the experience feel like it wasn’t worth the money. On a positive note, the staff were friendly and the food was nice.
Sean ***
2026-05-12 05:16:44
Klook pass does really save you some money and it's easy to also book the attractions. Just be warned that the standalone package dates and time availability is different from the klook pass
Klook User
2026-06-05 02:18:48
Must try experience! Had so much fun at the Farm meeting Alpacas and feeding them. Friendly staff. Very informative.
Klook 用戶
2026-05-05 23:16:24
This tour is highly recommended! Especially in autumn 🍂, the trees along the banks gradually turn red, and there are groups of cute ducklings and Canadian geese. The boatman provides commentary on the history and attractions along the way, which is very informative! It's an activity suitable for the whole family.
Klook 用戶
2026-07-24 10:42:01
The whale watching activity was canceled due to bad weather, but the tour guide seemed inexperienced and unable to arrange and execute a backup plan in a timely manner. When we stopped along the way, they also didn't announce the meeting time. Luckily, the group members were quite good and didn't cause any delays. The guide did provide some brief commentary along the way, and there was someone in our group who didn't understand Chinese, but the guide hardly used English to accommodate them.
Kym ****
2026-09-25 08:33:30
we booked the tour, Rosa was our guide and walked us thru the NZ area of animals. very informative and knowledgeable. we thoroughly enjoyed our time there.
Klook User
2026-08-11 19:05:21
Was an awesome tour to see the dolphins! The captain also gives good information about Akaroa as well. Would recommend taking sea sick tablets if you get motion sickness or sea sick though to make your time more enjoyable.
Klook User
2026-08-06 08:02:45
We had a wonderful private tour to Akaroa and the alpaca farm from Christchurch. Although it was more pricey, the private tour was absolutely worth it.
The highlight of the trip was definitely the alpaca farm. We had plenty of time to feed, pat, and take photos with the alpacas, and we also learned a lot about these gentle animals from the informative session.
Our driver & guide Zhen was friendly, helpful, and incredibly patient throughout the day. We especially appreciated how safely and smoothly he navigated the winding hill roads to the alpaca farm, which made the journey comfortable and enjoyable.
The tour was well organised and relaxed, giving us enough time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed. We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Christchurch and looking for a memorable day out.
Christchurch at a glance
Quick facts about Christchurch
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1BRL = 0.35NZD
Official languages
English
Best time to visit
MAR - MAY
Off-peak season with good weather
Recommended trip duration
3 days
Flight time
3 hours
When departing from Sydney
What to know before visiting Christchurch
What Christchurch is known for
Christchurch draws visitors mostly for Zoos & aquariums, Museums and Tours, with Attraction passes and Cable cars also featuring in bookings. The city's busiest moment is winter in August, while January and November see much lighter visitor numbers, so activities that suit families, culture seekers or relaxed sightseeing follow a clear annual rhythm. Klook booking data shows strong spikes in August and quieter demand in January and November, so plan around those peaks if you prefer atmosphere or quieter days. Decide whether you want festival-like energy in August or calmer sightseeing in the quieter months.
When to visit and what to expect
August is Christchurch's clear peak month for visitors, while January and November register as much quieter on Klook. Prices move differently across the year: typical prices dip in April and climb to a high in May, so crowds and cost don't always match — August is busy without being the priciest, whereas May is the most expensive month even though demand is not at its peak. For lower prices and smaller crowds, consider April or the very quiet months of January and November; for peak-season atmosphere, plan for August.
| Month | Demand Level | Typical Price |
|---|---|---|
| January | Very quiet | AUD 64 |
| February | Peak demand | AUD 66 |
| March | About average | AUD 66 |
| April | About average | AUD 39 |
| May | About average | AUD 199 |
| June | About average | AUD 106 |
| July | About average | AUD - |
| August | Peak demand | AUD - |
| September | Busier than usual | AUD - |
| October | About average | AUD - |
| November | Very quiet | AUD 67 |
| December | Quieter than usual | AUD 67 |
Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, December 2025 – June 2026.
Tips for travellers from Australia
Most travellers book very close to their visit — typically about 1 day ahead — though a minority plan further out, sometimes up to two weeks out. That short lead time means you can be flexible with bookings, but during August and other busier periods it's wise to reserve sooner rather than later. Klook booking data shows peak demand in August and much quieter months in January and November, so lock in must-do experiences early for busy dates and leave flexible plans for quieter times. Book on Klook for easy last-minute options and occasional early-planner availability.
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