Swing, Cruise and Cheers

Start your day skimming your way across the Waimakariri River, play a 9-hole par 3 golf course then relax inside at a craft bar and kitchen in the heart of Kaiapoi.

9.30am – Airboat, Waimakariri River Regional Park

Skim your way across the braids of the Waimakariri River on New Zealand’s only airboat. Rug up warm for this early morning ride and realise that even the wind won’t be able to wipe the smile off your face! Bookings are essential.

  • 20-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
  • ALPINE JET THRILLS, AIRBOAT
  • BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL CALL 0800 26 36 26

10.30am - Riverland Golf, Kaiapoi

This 9-hole, par 3 golf course is a fun way to continue your adventurous activities and build up that appetite for lunch.

  • 5-MINUTES FROM THE AIRBOAT
  • 45 DOUBLEDAYS ROAD
  • OPEN 7 DAYS FROM DAWN TO DARK, CALL 03 327 5511

1pm - CBK, Kaiapoi

Whether you need to warm up, dry off or simply fill your belly then CBK is the place to be! With an extensive range of craft beer on offer, we won’t blame you for making this a long lunch after an activity filled morning, you deserve it!

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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