Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula
Enjoy a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from Christchurch. Experience world-class views and see some of New Zealand's most stunning coastlines with an experienced local guide.
Godley Head is a beautiful coastal track with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and also Lyttelton Harbour. It includes historic landmarks from WW2, an Antarctic cabin, and quaint little beaches to boot. The loop track is 8km / 5 miles and takes around 2.5 hours to walk, including a rest stop.
If you are short on time, this half-day guided walk is a great option. Both morning and afternoon walks are available, see the highlights and be back in Christchurch in time for lunch or dinner.
Options
Half Day Crater Rim Walk
Half-day small group guided walk departing from Christchurch City for those who are short on time! Walking time 2.5 hours.
Duration: 4 hours
Snack, water
Air Conditioned van
Pickup included
What's included in Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Taylors Mistake - Awaroa / Godley Head Walk
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and transport you to Taylors Mistake Beach, a beautiful black sand surf beach, with quaint little baches. There will be an opportunity to pick up hot drinks-to-go on the way. The drive is approximately 30 minutes. On arrival your guide will hand out backpacks, walking poles, water bottles, snacks, and prepare you for the walk.
Godley Head
The next 2.5 hours will be spent walking around Godley Head Loop Track, undoubtedly one of Christchurch's most beautiful hikes. The track is undulating and well-maintained. Sights include Scott's Hutt (an Antarctic Cabin), WW2 Gun emplacements, a penguin colony, and coastal views in all directions. You will return to Taylors Mistake with wonderful photos and memories of a great walk.
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Walking poles
- Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Hotel pickup (within 5km of city centre)
- Hotel pickups more than 5km outside of the city centre
- Airport Hotel pickups can be arranged for NZ$20 per person each way
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We offer pick-up from any address within a 5km radius of the central city. If you are staying further out we can arrange to meet you outside the Distinction Hotel in Cathedral Square.
