Orana Wildlife Park is NZ's only open-range zoo and operates as a sanctuary for endangered animals. We provide them with enclosures as close to their natural habitat as possible. Streams, moats and banks are used as barriers and over 400 animals from 70 different species are displayed.
The YMCA Christchurch Climbing Wall offers indoor climbing for all levels and ages. It's one of the largest walls in the South Island, with over 75 routes. The climbs range in difficulty from grade 12 to 20 and over. 70% are between grades 14 and 20, and while most children will find the lower grades a piece of cake and a whole heap of fun, we find that many quickly progress to our highest grades!
Theme park meets climbing wall! Designed for everyone, this is great fun for kids and adults alike. No experience necessary, just wear loose clothes and trainers, and tackle our 36 walls of fun. No ordinary climbing, the walls are themed to be easy and appealing for anyone from tots to adults. Simply clip into our safety rope, tackle one of our funky challenges and then gently lower back down.
Take a walk in the treetops!
This is a new concept adventure activity that is perfect to experience as a family group, as both adults and kids love the challenges! The first of its kind in the South Island, the adventure park will feature an aerial obstacle course more than 1km in length, and up to 17metres off the ground.
This is your guaranteed opportunity to see a real kiwi! This is a fantastic place for all the family as the range of experiences ensures there is something for everyone. For the littlies, ‘Heritage New Zealand’ provides an opportunity to see up close, feed and even touch a range of delightful animals including Kune Kune (pigs), rare breeds of sheep and cattle, Clydesdales, miniature horses, goats, sheep and much more.
Welcome to Chipmunks, the pay for play indoor children’s adventure playground and café. Chipmunks is the ultimate place for children of all ages to go for entertainment and educational purposes. Our playland primarily consists of specialised play equipment of an extremely high standard, with protective matting and padding. We also have mazes, inflatable slides, flying fox, play stations, ball pools and a separate area for under 3s. Birthday Parties and after school care available. Café on-site. Note: Children to play in socks. Casual visitors welcome!
Our personalised family adventure tours are based out of the Peel Forest, just 1 1/2 hours drive south of Christchurch. We specialise in family groups, introducing you and the kids to an adventure playground including beautiful rivers, alpine landscapes, hidden waterfalls and ancient native forests. Choose from one of our mountain bike, kayak or hiking options - all fully-guided, all with trips suitable for children, friendly guides, gear provided, meals included on some trips. Trips from 2 to 4 hours, making a perfect day excursion from Christchurch! If you really want to immerse yourself in the trip of a lifetime, ask about our family-friendly multi-day adventures!
Fun, challenging, educational, amazing, interactive, varied - there's just so much to see and do at Science Alive the website is a must visit! Fun activities include the vertical slide (a must do for the grown ups too!), climbing wall and gyroscope. Exhibitions offer changing fun stuff - why not try one of our mind-boggling puzzles? Does it hurt to lie on a bed of nails? Try it here and find out for yourself!
