A Sunday in Kaiapoi

Looking for an inspiring way to spend your Sunday? Discover rare bird species on your morning stroll, take part in an iconic lunch time boat cruise and soak up the culture at the local art gallery and museum.

10.30am - Kaiapoi Lakes, Kaiapoi

Discover rare bird species when you take a morning stroll around Kaiapoi Lakes. This is an easy walk with plenty of areas to stop and sit down at as you watch the world go by. Listen out for the birds and take a moment to just breathe.

  • 25-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
  • ONLY 2KM FROM KAIAPOI TOWN CENTRE
  • A 25-HECTARE NATIVE RESERVE

12pm - Kaiapoi River Queen, Kaiapoi

Check out the river by boat! Hop on board the iconic Kaiapoi River Queen and take part in a fun lunch time cruise. Sit inside or out, enjoy a complimentary drink and delicious meal and remember to bring your camera. Allow two hours for this round trip. Tide matters so bookings are essential.

  • 5-MINUTES FROM KAIAPOI LAKES
  • PERMANENT BERTH IN FRONT OF FIVE PEAKS BREWERY
  • BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL, CALL 027 435 0596

2pm - Ruataniwha Centre, Kaiapoi

After your lunch cruise, continue your journey with a trip to the art gallery and museum. Both handily located in the Ruataniwha Centre (Kaiapoi Library). Check for opening hours.

  • LOCATED RIGHT NEXT TO THE KAIAPOI RIVER
  • OPEN 1 - 4PM SUNDAY
  • 176 WILLIAMS STREET, KAIAPOI

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!

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