Avon Heathcote Estuary

Visit Avon Heathcote Estuary
Things to do

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Chairlift Sightseeing Pass at the Christchurch Adventure Park
Tours & day trips
See all 119 activities
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Private & custom tours
See all 51 activities
Arthurs Pass Private Day Trip from Christchurch with Castle Hill
Wildlife & nature
See all 11 activities
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Water activities
See all 4 activities
Christchurch: Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River
Holiday & seasonal tours
See all 3 activities
Ōpuke Thermal Pools - Tranquility Pools
Popular places to visit

New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

Sumner Beach
The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Cave Rock
Discover the mysterious mythical back-story of this rugged volcanic rock that sits in the pretty seaside suburb of Sumner.

The Tannery
In a former industrial precinct from the 19th century, find fashion, antiques, jewelry and casual and fine dining in an elegant mall.

Christchurch Gondola
Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Mount Cavendish
Standing imposingly beside Christchurch, this mountain in the Port Hills is a breathtaking sight. The views from the top are simply sublime.
Top Hotel Deals
Check availability on hotels close to Avon Heathcote Estuary

South Brighton Holiday Park

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Cave Rock Guest House

Sumner Bay Motel & Apartments

Arcadia Motel

Christchurch Backpackers

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Fable Christchurch

































