Rivertown Vibes
Explore Kaiapoi by foot before hopping onboard the iconic River Queen for a gourmet lunch whilst cruising the Kaiapoi river.
10.30am - Kaiapoi Riverbank
Start your day with a leisurely stroll along the riverside. The flat and accessible walking and cycling trails make exploring a breeze. Continue your walk along the streets of Kaiapoi and peruse the boutique stores and cafes.
- 20 MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
- START WALKING ON RAVEN QUAY STOP BANK
- WEAR SUITABLE SHOES
Lunchtime - Kaiapoi River Queen
After assessing the river by land, check it out by boat. Hop on board the iconic Kaiapoi River Queen and admire the view from river. Delight in a gourmet lunch of either hot glazed ham or NZ cold smoked salmon. Sit inside or out. Remember to bring your camera. Allow two hours for this round trip. Tide matters so lunchtime cruise bookings are essential.
- DISCOVER THE BEAUTY OF THE KAIAPOI AND WAIMAKARIRI RIVERS
- PERMANENT BERTH IN FRONT OF THE PLATFORM BREW BAR
- BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL, CALL 027 435 0596
3pm - Paris for the Weekend
Finish your day out in Kaiapoi with a visit to Paris for the Weekend, a unique café housed in the former Kaiapoi Railway Station overlooking the Kaiapoi River. Sit on their deck or base yourself in their charmingly decorated tea rooms with a French flair.
- RIGHT NEXT TO THE KAIAPOI RIVER QUEEN
- 57 CHARLES STREET
- OPEN SEVEN DAYS
WHY YOU WILL LOVE WAIMAKARIRI
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, discover why you will love Waimakariri – no matter the season!
