Christchurch Adventure Park - a treasure trove of adventure
New Zealand is all about the great outdoors, and with the Christchurch Adventure Park boasting many adventures and stunning views, it’s the perfect place for those who crave adventure and breathtaking views. It’s the perfect host for your next epic sport adventure, with the most extensive collection of mountain biking trails in the Southern Hemisphere. Make sure to go and ride to the top to see spectacular views of Christchurch’s Port Hills.
Keytag Bonus: Receive a 10% discount off all attractions: Ziplining, Intro to Mountain Biking, or Sightseeing on the Chairlift. Not valid with any other promotions or discounts, or in the café or retail shop.
Christchurch Adventure Park also offers an adrenaline-pumping dual zipline tour through the scenic Port Hills. You’ll find great sightseeing on the beautiful walking tracks, with the choice of the Forest Loop or the Uphill Trail. This adventure park will suit all ages and ability levels, whether mountain biking, ziplining or walking the trails. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, The Adventure Park Cafe, nestled in the pine forest, is the perfect place to grab a bite to eat. The large deck is a great spot to unwind and watch people go about their adventure park experience.
Christchurch Adventure Park visitors enjoy great sunny weather at the Handle Bar & Café. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
Christchurch Adventure Park offers some of the best biking experiences to riders of all abilities. Whether you’re a mountain biking novice, a seasoned off-road pro or seeking an adrenaline rush, it has you covered. Hire a mountain bike or bring your own, then take the chair lift to the summit, or you can ride up for free. Both options enable you to take in the stunning vista of Christchurch’s Port Hills while you figure out which mountain bike trails you’ll enjoy on your way back down. The Christchurch Adventure Park now features over 20 mountain bike trails, ranging from green beginner trails to double black diamond rides, winding their way through - or straight down - the adventure park pine forest. If you’re a beginner or looking to power up your skill level, get excited, as you’ll have many options for mountain bike coaching at the park. Epic adventures are guaranteed.
The knowledgeable coaches at Christchurch Adventure Park provide great mountain biking training amongst beautiful scenery. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
Bikers enjoy rugged coaching trails at Christchurch Adventure Park. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
Mountain biking is just the beginning. If you’re looking for a different kind of thrill to leave you amazed, another Christchurch Adventure Park experience is the spectacular zipline tour. You can experience this amazing flight-like attraction on your own or on a dual zipline tour. The zipline tour takes two and a half hours along four different ziplines, featuring New Zealand’s highest zipline at 150 metres above the ground and the longest at 1.1 kilometres. You'll enjoy looking at the Port Hills and beyond with the breathtaking views of the adventure park landscape.
Two people soar over breathtaking scenery on the Christchurch Adventure Park ziplining tour. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
The Christchurch Adventure Park ziplining tour takes you gliding over spectacular mountain views. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
If you’re looking for things to do in Christchurch on a budget, you can enjoy Christchurch Adventure Park for free or near enough. Going on an energetic hike up the walking track to the summit costs nothing. Alternatively, you can pay a small fee to ride the chairlift, which is the longest in New Zealand at 1.8 kilometres. When you reach the top, you will see stunning views of the Southern Alps, the adjacent pine forest of Christchurch’s Port Hills, the beautiful Christchurch City, and the sparkling blue waves of the Pacific Ocean. After you’ve marvelled at some of the most breathtaking views around Christchurch, you can ride the chairlift down the hill for free for your next epic adventure park experience. If you feel you haven’t had enough time on your legs, you can return via the walking track, which is the ideal spot for a fabulous photo opportunity with whanau.
A happy family visiting Christchurch Adventure Park enjoy the views on the chairlift. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
The Christchurch Adventure Park Café is the social hub of Christchurch’s Port Hills. With the capacity for 200 guests, a fully licensed bar and a large covered deck heated in winter, there are good times to be had at this café in the pine forest, any season of the year. The menu is fresh, fun and hearty - with light bites, creative burger options, pizzas and a kids’ menu to keep adventurers of all ages and appetites happy. Top-quality coffee, teas, milkshakes, fresh juices and delicious smoothies are available at the Adventure Park Café. If you’re after something stronger, wet your whistle with a great selection of Christchurch local Cassels beers available on tap, plus New Zealand-made ciders and wines. No action-packed experience is complete without a good feed and a refreshing beverage. What better place to round off your adventure park experience or plan your next Christchurch adventure?
After a wonderful day of thrills and adventure, the Handle Bar & Café provides welcome refreshments. Image provided by Christchurch Adventure Park.
Christchurch Adventure Park is an easy drive from the city centre or International Airport. Driving from the Omega Rentals Christchurch branch to the adventure park takes only 22 minutes, so that you can spend as much time as possible on the trails. Check out the Christchurch Adventure Park for a fun time for the whole family.
Keytag Bonus: Receive a 10% discount off all attractions: Ziplining, Intro to Mountain Biking, or Sightseeing on the Chairlift. Not valid with any other promotions or discounts, or in the café or retail shop.