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Whale Watch Kaikoura
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in New Zealand

Whale Watch Kaikoura

9.4
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Get up close and personal with the world's largest toothed predator - the giant sperm whale - for a thrilling experience. If you're lucky, you'll have the chance to see rare dusky dolphins, Hector's dolphins, New Zealand fur seals and other animals during the voyage. Visitors will take a professional Cruise deep into the Pacific Ocean to get up close and personal with large marine mammals such as humpback whales and killer whales, and experience the grandeur and mystery of marine life. The Cruise is equipped with professional Guide to provide visitors with detailed introductions to the habits and ecological environment of marine life, and enhance their awareness of marine protection. In addition, the Cruise also provides a comfortable viewing platform and rest area to ensure that every visitor can enjoy an unforgettable sea trip.New Zealand · Kaikoura
Wellington Cable Car
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Wellington

Wellington Cable Car

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Come to Wellington and enjoy stunning views of the city and harbour from the cable car. The monorail cable car route is 610 meters long. The cable car departs from the city every 10 minutes. It traverses the highway at a slow and leisurely rhythm that has not changed for a century. The terminal is the Wellington Botanical Garden. A hundred years ago, this cable car was responsible for the transportation connection between the city and the residential area on the mountain. It is still loved by Wellingtonians and has become an eternal urban memory here. Take the cable car to the top of the mountain, lean on the observation deck and look down, and you will have a panoramic view of Wellington. There is a cable car museum next to the lookout, telling the legendary life of this monorail.Wellington · 67.8 km from Onahau Bay
Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds)
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Christchurch

Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds)

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58 reviews
The Avon River is a river that runs through the whole city of Christchurch, and along the Avon River, immerse yourself in a peaceful rafting trip. The boatman supports the punt with a long pole designed for small rivers and shallow waters that will take you across the water. The boatman, usually dressed in traditional Edwardian clothing, will explain the history of Christchurch and the sights you will pass by. On the way of rafting, you can also enjoy the weeping willows on both sides of the river, as well as the wild animals that randomly appear in the botanical garden.New Zealand · Christchurch
Queen Charlotte View, only accessed from the Snout track starting at the top of Endeavour park

Queen Charlotte View, only accessed from the Snout track starting at the top of Endeavour park

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Waikawa · 7 km from Onahau Bay
Christchurch Gondola
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Christchurch

Christchurch Gondola

7.1
4.6/5
84 reviews
The Christchurch Aerial Tramway is erected on Mount Cavendish, about 10 kilometers southeast of the city. The cableway spans 862 meters and is very stable and comfortable. From the foothills where the flocks play, it takes about 10 minutes to reach the top of the mountain, which is about 500 meters above sea level. Approaching the crater, take the cable car to the top of the mountain, only 1 km away from the edge of the crater. Port Hills is an extinct volcano with a collapsed crater that erupted six million years ago and guards the sparkling harbour of Lyttelton. Standing on the observation deck, looking west, the Southern Alps seem to be in sight through the pure air; in the east, the endless sea is connected to the sky.New Zealand · Christchurch
Shamarra Alpacas
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Wainui

Shamarra Alpacas

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4.6/5
108 reviews
Shamara Alpaca Ranch is located in Akaroa, Banks Peninsula, about 80 kilometers from Christchurch. Take an alpaca ranch tour, you can have the opportunity to pet the alpacas, direct the alpacas into the sheep pen, and get up close and personal with the lovely alpacas. Also, the view from the ranch overlooking the beautiful Akaroa harbour is gorgeous. Drinks and home-baked biscuits are served in the ranch's barn, and the Alpaca Shop also sells a dazzling array of New Zealand-made alpaca handwovens.New Zealand · Wainui
North Island

North Island

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From a geographical point of view, the North Island has a rich and varied terrain that is amazing. With charming beaches and dense forests, islands and harbors have witnessed the changes of time. In terms of cities, the North Island has many vibrant and charming cities, with modern high-rise buildings and beautiful harbors complementing each other. Here, tourists can feel the earth's vigorous productivity, marvel at the magical creativity of nature, and immerse themselves in the magnificent culture and artistic imagination of mankind. This land, with its unique charm, invites every visitor to write his or her own New Zealand story. Whether it is a natural landscape lover, a cultural explorer, or a pursuer of food and urban life, New Zealand's North Island can meet the expectations of tourists. It is like a colorful treasure land, waiting for people to discover, explore, and feel its unique charm.New Zealand · Desert Road
Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Kaikoura

Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway

6.4
4.8/5
52 reviews
Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway is a loop trail that extends along the peninsula's coastline. Completing the full route takes about three hours, though you can also choose to walk just a section depending on your time and energy levels. This route is distinguished by its "mountains and sea in one frame" scenery, with reefs and waves on one side and mountains on the other. In winter, the peaks are snow-capped, and you can often capture the snow-capped mountains and the sea in a single view. Numerous information boards are set up along the route, detailing the peninsula's geological formation, Māori history, and early whaling past. The trail is divided into multiple sections, allowing visitors to choose different routes based on their time and energy levels.The trail circles the entire peninsula, offering opportunities to enjoy magnificent sea views and abundant wildlife. Along the way, visitors can spot seals, seabirds, and the occasional dolphin, experiencing a close encounter with nature.New Zealand · Kaikoura
Akaroa Dolphins
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Akaroa

Akaroa Dolphins

6.3
4.6/5
12 reviews
Akaroa Dolphins is a highly popular local tour activity. Note: For the convenience of guests jumping into the water to swim with dolphins, the swim-with-dolphins product uses a small boat, while the dolphin-watching-only product uses a larger boat. These are not the same vessel, please be advised.New Zealand · Akaroa
Christchurch Botanic Gardens
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Christchurch Botanic Gardens

6.2
4.5/5
265 reviews
The Christchurch Botanic Gardens was built in July 1863, and the natural wetlands and sand dunes of that year have been transformed into beautiful gardens full of flowers. The botanical garden covers an area of 30 hectares and has 10 subsidiary gardens with different styles, with more than 10,000 kinds of local or introduced plant species, most of these subsidiary gardens are located in the Avon River Basin. Rose garden, herb garden and many other gardens of different styles. If you enter the botanical garden from Rolleston Avenue on the side of the Canterbury Museum, you can enjoy the annual flower bed gardening exhibition, and then walk through the grassy arrowing lawn Arrive at the Rose Garden. There are more than 250 kinds of roses in the garden, which are colorful and fragrant, showing the luxurious beauty of roses. The nearby herb garden, filled with various culinary and medicinal plants, is quite worth a visit. Next to the rose garden is the New Zealand Garden, which showcases the charm of various New Zealand native plants. Seven other greenhouses display exotic plants such as cacti, succulents, tropical orchids and carnivorous plants.New Zealand · Christchurch

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Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough
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Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour
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Wellington: 3 Hour Walking Food Tour
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From Picton: Marlborough Sounds Cruise with Seafood
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Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings
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Marlborough: Full-Day Wine and Seafood Tour with Cruise
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Queen Charlotte Track: Cruise & Self-Guided Hike from Picton
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1-day Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island, New Zealand [Includes Weta Workshop + Themed Lunch]
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Spectacular Wellington: Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour
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Wellington and Picton: Interislander Ferry
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Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour
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Wellington: Guided City Tour with Cable Car Ticket
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Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: International Visitor Entry
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Wellington: Lord of the Rings Half-Day Guided Tour inc Weta
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cup***eiOctober 6, 2026
5.0
We chose the whale-watching boat at 1:15 PM and were very lucky today, seeing three humpback whales, as well as dolphins, seals, and more. Highly recommended.

Whale Watch Kaikoura

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Sobel PhangOctober 29, 2024
5.0
The Wellington Cable Car is a charming and efficient way to experience the city from a unique vantage point. The ride takes you from Lambton Quay to the Kelburn lookout, offering panoramic views of Wellington and its stunning harbor.The journey is smooth and relatively quick, making it a convenient option for both tourists and locals. At the top, you can explore the beautiful botanical gardens, visit the Cable Car Museum, and enjoy several walking trails.

Wellington Cable Car

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Thinh0304October 7, 2026
5.0
My friends and I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Punting On The Avon at the Antigua Boat Sheds, and it was an absolutely excellent outing from start to finish. We were looking for a relaxing group activity, and this completely exceeded our expectations. The scenery and natural environment along the river are stunningly beautiful, making it a perfectly tranquil escape that contributed to a fantastic atmosphere.  Our overall enjoyment was top-tier; gliding along the water while taking in the picturesque sights was both peaceful and incredibly fun to share with friends. Everything was incredibly well-organized, and we all felt that the exceptional service provided outstanding value for money. If you are traveling with a group of friends and looking for a highly rated, memorable experience on the water, we cannot recommend this enough!

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Flora_GuAugust 12, 2025
5.0
Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand's South Island, nestled between mountains and the sea, offers panoramic views of the city and coastline from the cable car. We followed the directions a friend had sent us and arrived near the summit. A short climb up brought us to the cable car station. There's an observation deck and a cafe on the second floor. This way, we only had to buy a one-way ticket down the mountain, which was significantly cheaper. A Chinese staff member at the ticket office told us about a "Time Tunnel" car showcasing the history of Canterbury, New Zealand. If you take the No. 8 bus to the base of the mountain, you can take the cable car up and then back down—perhaps a classic way to enjoy the experience.

Christchurch Gondola

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_M1***49February 16, 2026
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When we arrived, it was raining. We were asked if we wanted the activity moved indoors due to the weather, and we were offered a refund or a reschedule. We didn't reschedule. Although the activity was indoors, the alpacas were just as cute, our mood was just as good, and the activity was just as wonderful. Thank you for the cookies; they were delicious.

Shamarra Alpacas

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RingfileJuly 12, 2026
5.0
The peninsula trails are beautiful. They're only a ten-minute drive from where you've finished whale watching. One trail runs up the mountain, offering panoramic views of the bay; the other is along the beach, leading to Seal Point where you can get up close to groups of baby seals. If you have time, you should definitely explore both; they offer completely different scenery.

Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway

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thewazztravellerAugust 12, 2025
5.0
Highly recommended to visitors who are arriving in Christchurch looking for a unique adventure! Though a 1.5hrs drive away - the journey out at sea is worth your time. Was fortunate enough to spot 4 dolphins and the Captain also brought us near enough to the rocky edges to catch a glimpse of the seals up close! Oh and also special shout out our friendly Dolphin Dog Albie on board for being the sweetest fur baby :)

Akaroa Dolphins

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YoYo_1I8Q7O5OJuly 7, 2025
5.0
基督城植物园真是一个让人陶醉的地方!走进园内,仿佛置身于一个绿色的童话世界。玫瑰园里,250多种玫瑰竞相绽放,色彩斑斓,香气扑鼻。漫步在小径上,可以看到雅芳河静静流淌,河面上不时有轻舟划过。园内还有各种主题花园,比如香草园、石楠园,每一片都有独特的风景。这里不仅是植物的天堂,也是放松心情的好去处,让人流连忘返。

Christchurch Botanic Gardens

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What are the must-do things in Onahau Bay?

Don't miss these attractions in Onahau Bay: Whale Watch Kaikoura, Wellington Cable Car, and Punting On The Avon (Antigua Boat Sheds). If you like Food & drink, try Wellington's popular Ortega seafood restaurant reservation service in New Zealand. If you enjoy Day tours, try Queen Charlotte Track: Cruise & Self-Guided Hike from Picton.

You can give Wellington's popular Ortega seafood restaurant reservation service in New Zealand and Wellington, New Zealand Logan Brown Restaurant Popular Restaurant Reservation Service a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include Queen Charlotte Track: Cruise & Self-Guided Hike from Picton, 1-day Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island, New Zealand [Includes Weta Workshop + Themed Lunch], and Spectacular Wellington: Half Day Private Sightseeing Tour. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of October 18, 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Onahau Bay is around EUR 30.38 – EUR 216.19. Rates vary by duration, group size, transportation, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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