Activities
There are so many places to go and things to see and do while staying with Kiwi Base
Kiwi Base is located in Kaiapoi, a small idyllic town acting as the gateway to North Canterbury
The ideal base to start your South Island adventure, Kaiapoi is just 20 minutes drive from the heart of Christchurch and 15 minutes from Christchurch International Airport.
Kaiapoi
Voted New Zealand’s Most Beautiful Town 2007 and again in 2009, enjoy a round of golf, cruise the river on the MV Tuhoe, eat at the local restaurants, water-ski, fish, cycle and walk along riverside pathways.
Visit Kaiapoi and Waimakariri District »
Christchurch
Sample the shopping, galleries and theatres, enjoy a rugby game (or two), ride the Gondola, go punting on the Avon, enjoy the sun and surf of Christchurch’s many beaches, ski at nearby ski fields, enjoy a round of golf at any one of Christchurch’s golf courses, the choice of activities are endless…
Akaroa and Banks Peninsula
Akaroa is a charming French town surrounded by the incredible beauty of Banks Peninsula.
Enjoy the cuisine of Akaroa’s many cafes and restaurants, take a harbour trip, visit the surrounding areas…
Visit Akaroa & Banks Peninsula »
Waipara Valley Wineries
The fastest wine growing region in New Zealand, Waipara Valley is just 30 minutes north of Kaiapoi.
Enjoy award winning wines, cafes and restaurants or take a wine tour.
Hanmer
Relax in the thermal springs at Hanmer or pamper yourself at The Spa, bungy jump, jet boat, mountain bike or enjoy a walk in Hanmer’s surrounding forests
Kaikoura
Whale watch, swim with dolphins and seals and enjoy Kaikoura’s unique landscape of majestic mountains and ocean.
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