Calling Action Lovers this Autumn
Begin with a mountain bike ride, blast down a braided river and settle in for a refreshing drink and delicious pizza perched on the Kaiapoi riverbank to end your action-packed day.
2pm – Bike Trail, Waimakariri Regional Park
Park up at the Waimakariri River Regional car park and begin your afternoon with a bike ride on Kaiapoi Island. Take in the views of the Waimakariri River and follow the trails east and west. Be sure to check Environment Canterbury’s website for conditions.
- 20-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
- WRIGHTS ROAD CARPARK, 1 MAIN NORTH ROAD TRAIL
- UPDATES ON ECAN’S WEBSITE
3.30pm – Airboat, Waimakariri River Regional Park
Head back to the car park and to the boat launching area. Blast down the braided Waimakariri River on New Zealand’s only airboat. Weave through the shallows, skim the stones and experience the river from a fresh perspective! Bookings are essential.
- FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITY
- ALPINE JET THRILLS, AIRBOAT
- BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL CALL 0800 26 36 26
4.30pm - The Platform Brew Bar, Kaiapoi
What better way to end your action-packed day than with a cold beer and delicious pizza. Head to The Platform Brew Bar to try one of ChinChiller Brewing Ltd's beers as you relax whilst overlooking the Kaiapoi River.
- 10-MINUTES FROM THE AIRBOAT
- 184 WILLIAMS STREET
- CHECK OUT THE MENU AND HOURS
WHY NOT MAKE A DAY OF IT?
With river, beach and mountain walks, 60 km of cycleways, 10 km of sandy coastline, boutique shops, fabulous eateries and a number of activities to do, find out why Waimakariri is the perfect place to make a day of it – no matter the season!
