Links - Accommodation, Activities, Organisations
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- Christchurch Accommodation
- Christchurch and South Island Tours and Activities
- Other Tours in New Zealand
- Useful New Zealand organisations and services
Christchurch Accommodation
Tangley on Clyde
Situated in a quiet leafy suburb, this superb five-star bed and breakfast is less than ten minutes from Christchurch International Airport, yet still handy to the central city. Lovely garden and authentic top-class kiwi hosting.
The Classic Villa
Italian style historic home tastefully refurbished into one of the finest bed and breakfast boutique hotels in Christchurch. Located on Worcester Boulevard it is only steps away from central attractions.
The Weston House
Luxury accommodation in a landmark neo-Georgian mansion, a significant heritage building. Near city centre on Park Terrace opposite the Avon River and Hagley Park.
Orari Bed and Breakfast
A beautifully restored and refurbished heritage house in the heart of the city, directly opposite the Christchurch City Art Gallery.
Eliza's Manor on Bealey
Luxury boutique hotel in one of Christchurch's landmark historical mansions. Charming interior with wood panelling and an intricately carved staircase.
The Charlotte Jane
Luxury accommodation in a superbly restored Victorian mansion set in beautiful gardens, with its own fine restaurant.
Christchurch Homestay
Very reasonably priced, informal and comfortable townhouse accommodation. Close to city centre.
Lincoln Views - countryside apartment
Self-contained holiday apartment accommodation in a peaceful rural setting near Lincoln, only 20 minutes driving from central Christchurch. Handy to Banks Peninsula, and to points south and west of Christchurch.
Christchurch and South Island Activities
Hiking New Zealand
Visit our Hiking New Zealand website for a huge range of hiking options. Choose from a full range of hiking safaris involving camping and overnight hikes, to the guided Abel Tasman and Queen Charlotte Tracks and Ball Pass Alpine Trek. See also our new Adventures and Antarctic Expeditions sections.
Black Cat Cruises, Akaroa and Lyttelton
Popular nature cruises on Akaroa and Lyttelton Harbours, featuring Hector's dolphins and fantastic coastal scenery. Also swimming with dolphins cruises.
A-Class Sailing Akaroa
Enjoy the serenity of sailing around lovely Akaroa Harbour in the classic 47-foot ocean sailing yacht 'Manutara' - often with dolphins and penguins for company.
Rangitata Rafts
White water specialists who bring you some of the best rafting in New Zealand, in the Rangitata River. Day trip from Christchurch.
Maori Tours Kaikoura
Authentic family-run tours. Enjoy genuinely warm hospitality and have fun learning about the history and culture of the Maori people at Kaikoura.
Elm Wildlife Tours, Dunedin
Award-winning tour company specialising in eco-tours, viewing the fascinating wildlife around the Otago coastline.
Other Tours in New Zealand
Wild About Wellington
Colourful small-group tours of Wellington city. Tours for foodies, chocaholics and beer connoisseurs.
Useful New Zealand Organisations and Services
New Zealand Department of Conservation
Information about walks and hikes in New Zealand's National Parks, and how to be prepared. Information about nature conservation in New Zealand.
New Zealand MetService
New Zealand's government meteorological service. Weather conditions and forecasts.
Te Ara - New Zealand on-line encyclopaedia
Beautifully presented information about New Zealand's places, wildlife, plant life, geology, Maori culture, human history and much, much more. A great introduction to New Zealand!
Stuff
Major New Zealand news site.
Scoop
New Zealand's top political news site.
Radio New Zealand
New Zealand's public radio service.
Forest and Bird
New Zealand's major nature conservation NGO.
New Zealand Historic Places Trust
New Zealand's major heritage places NGO.
University of Canterbury (in Christchurch)
Lincoln University (near Christchurch)
Other useful web sites
www.destination-nz.com - Go your way with the essential online New Zealand travel guide.
www.indexnz.com - New Zealand search engine.
InfoHub Specialty Travel Guide - A travel guide containing unique specialty interest tour packages and anything associated with specialty travel.
www.travel-file.com - Travel Directory - Travel-File
