Wake up in Waikuku

Wake up your senses with a trip to Waikuku featuring a beach walk, a coffee and a shopping spree.

11am - Waikuku Beach

Dust off those cobwebs and start your day with a wander along the wide, expansive sandy Waikuku Beach. Let the fresh salty air invigorate your senses! Walk to the Ashley Rakahuri River Mouth and estuary.

  • 30-MINUTES FROM CHRISTCHURCH
  • OFF SH1
  • CLOSE TO EATERIES AND SHOPS

12.30pm - The Office Cafe, Waikuku

After your stroll, warm up with lunch at The Office café located in the Old School Collective, where you can enjoy a wide range of delicious salads, great coffee, and smoothies.

1.30pm - The Mill Complex and Old School Collective, Waikuku

Find gorgeous, pre-loved clothing homewares and gifts on-site at the Old School Collective then continue your shopping spree further up the road at The Brick Mill Complex as you explore the treasures and trinkets on display.

  • 2-MINUTES BETWEEN COMPLEXES
  • OLD SCHOOL COLLECTIVE, 1429 MAIN NORTH ROAD
  • BOUTIQUE SHOPPING ON SITE

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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