Combine your Avon River Punting with other great activities into the one package and SAVE! Explore the best of the surrounds outside Christchurch with your choice of a Punting and Gondola or Punting and Gardens package, each of which offers a delightful experience of the wonderful nature in this popular region of New Zealand. Live out a Cambridge-style experience within these impressive NZ surrounds as your river pilot glides you gently down the Avon River and take in the various gardens, hanging trees and local landmarks from the comfortable vantage point of the water.
Bundle this with your choice of a tour of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens - which serves as a showcase for some of NZ's blend of exotic and indigenous plants in a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city - or a Gondola combo that will let you take in various local landmarks such as Hagley Park or Christchurch itself. Regardless of your choice, if you're after one of the most peaceful, charming and serene ways to see the best of Christchurch at a great price, grab a "Punting Combo" online here!
Note
- CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
Inclusions
- 30 minute punt trip (Please note that all punt rides are shared, maximum 10 pax)
- Punting includes blankets, umbrellas and hot water bottles in winter
- Botanic Gardens Tour OR Gondola Experience
Extras
Punt and Gardens Combo
Experience the natural beauty of the Christchurch Botanic Gardens on board our electric & solar powered vehicles. See the finest range of exotic and indigenous plants to be found anywhere in NZ and learn about the history of this treasured central city oasis.
Your Punting and Gardens Tour tickets can be used on different days. Allow an hour and a half to complete this combo.
Punt and Gondola Combo
Come aboard your classic Punt at either the historic Antigua Boat Sheds landing or the City Centre departure point at the Worcester Street bridge. Your Edwardian Punter will guide you quietly past trailing willows, woodlands and leafy banks as you absorb the beauty of Hagley Park or the changing face of the new city of Christchurch. Punting on the beautiful Avon River is an iconic Christchurch attraction not to be missed.
Each Punting tour includes an informative commentary, and you are returned to your point of departure. A Punt ride takes 30 minutes.
Operating Hours
- Winter: 10am - 4pm (1 April - 30 September)
- Summer: 9am - 6pm (1 October - 31 March)
Location
Park Landing Site: Antigua Boat Sheds, 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch
City Landing Site: Worcester Bridge, Worcester Street, Opposite Rydges Hotel (Oxford Tce)
Additional Information
- The Punt - Typically, a punt is approximately 21 feet (6 metres) long and 3 feet (1 metre) wide. It should be propelled by means of a pole - about 16 foot (5 metres) long - which is also used to steer the punt.
Booking Information
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience.
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
Jamie Storie
Christchurch Attractions
Take a trip on the Avon river with us and experience the quintessentially elegant views of Christchurch.
“Punting on the Avon is more than just a ride on the river its the best way to sightsee the beautiful city of Christchurch relax and watch the world go by! Don't worry about the weather, blankets, hot water bottles and umbrellas are supplied”
