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Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Earthquake History and Waimakariri River Jet Boating
4.7
25 Ratings
Christchurch
Explore the history of Christchurch’s earthquakes and witness the ongoing rebuild. Then, embark on an exhilarating jet boating adventure on the Waimakariri River.
Explore the history of Christchurch’s earthquakes and witness the ongoing rebuild. Then, embark on an exhilarating jet boating adventure on the Waimakariri River.
Duration:
6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Leisure Tours - The default start time is 8.30am or up to 1 hour after your ship commences disembarkation, depending on what time your ship docks.
- Sign of the Takahe - Best spot to admire some spectacular views over the City, Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps.
- Mona Vale - Time spent walking through Mona Vale Gardens with its…
- Leisure Tours - The default start time is 8.30am or up to 1 hour after your ship commences disembarkation, depending on what time your ship docks.
- Sign of the Takahe - Best spot to admire some spectacular views over the City, Canterbury Plains and Southern Alps.
- Mona Vale - Time spent walking through Mona Vale Gardens with its picturesque Gardens, Ponds & river.
- Cathedral Square - Time spent on foot exploring Cathedral Square
- Riverside Market - Lunch Break
- Alpine Jet Thrills - Braided Shallows - Jet Boating on the Waimakariri River - 30 minute exhilarating ride
What's Included
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Exhilarating jet-boat ride
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Convenient port pick up and drop off
- Engaging live commentary on board
- Worry-free Shore Excursion Guarantee
- Exhilarating jet-boat ride
- Knowledgeable driver/guide
- Comfort with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Convenient port pick up and drop off
- Engaging live commentary on board
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
Embark on a city tour of Christchurch, where you’ll witness not only the ongoing reconstruction following the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011 but also the preserved historic sites and the inherent charm of this scenic city. Afterwards, partake in a unique chance to Jet Boat on the Waimakariri River, a swift, shallow, braided river that provides an optimal…
Embark on a city tour of Christchurch, where you’ll witness not only the ongoing reconstruction following the earthquakes of 2010 and 2011 but also the preserved historic sites and the inherent charm of this scenic city. Afterwards, partake in a unique chance to Jet Boat on the Waimakariri River, a swift, shallow, braided river that provides an optimal setting for experiencing the thrill of jet boating at its finest.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Life-vests and splash-proof jackets provided on jet-boat
- At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
- Not suitable for child aged 2 and under
Location
Leisure Tours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(25 Ratings)
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Brian_k
Mar 4, 2025
What a great day - you gotta do this! - First, the communication and organization of Leisure Tours was excellent. No trouble finding the meeting place and which bus to load. Diana our driver was funny and informative during our tour of Christchurch city, she's great! We had plenty of time in the central city for shopping and lunch, then a short drive to the river for jet boating. What a thrill that was! After a short overview of the boat and easy load from a small dock, our pilot Adam had us going amazingly fast over the shallow braided river and doing hi-speed spins. The time in boat was just about right and it was so much fun. There were only 4 passengers and it felt like a private tour. A relaxing drive with Diana back to the cruise ship with plenty of time before all-aboard. We are so glad we did this excursion and highly recommend Leisure Tours.
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Isaac_l
Feb 20, 2025
We walked through a... - We walked through a beautiful garden, toured the city, then ride the jet boat. If you like excitement, this activity is for you!
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Jacki
Feb 3, 2025
Alpine Jet Canyon Safari - Amazing 🤩!! We did the Alpine Jet Canyon Safari. Pick- up was easy (free shuttle from cruise ship, get off first stop). Ed picked us up here where we did some sightseeing in Christchurch first and then made our way to Alpine Jet Thrills and Waimakariri Gorge. Ed driver/tour guide very friendly and knowledgeable of area, sites and jet boating. Views of gorge and Jet Boat experience I have no words to do it justice. Gorgeous scenery, delicious lunch and amazing experience for all provided by Paul and his wife. 🤩 🙌
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Sharon_s
Feb 14, 2024
AMAZING experience, you will not be dissappointed! Brilliant way to see Christchurch! - What an AMAZING experience we had with Scottie from Leisure Tours! We Cruised into Christchurch on Ovation of the Seas and were picked up in a fully Aircon'd Coach. Scottie was super fun and knowledgable! We had a fantastic day and cannot recommend this tour highly enough! We saw so many sights and had plenty of time at each stop to take in the beauty and history that Christchurch had to offer!! Brilliant! Jet Boating topped it off, so much fun!
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Maryjosephine_l
Feb 11, 2024
A fantastic tour - We had a fabulous guide in Joseph who kept us informed on everything that had happened during the Christchurch earthquake. The tour was enjoyable. Jet boating was absolutely fantastic. I had forgotten how exhilarating it can be.
Where we were advised to go for lunch a fish and chip shop had my favourite, a whitebait butty. Can recommend this tour for anyone
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Julie_s
Feb 11, 2024
Cruising Christchurch - We had the most amazing day with this tour. Scotty is a very informative and funny tour guide, I totally enjoyed his commentary and willingness to answer questions from the busload of tourists. A great tour with some great stops along the way.
We took in some wonderful sights up on the mountain, enjoyed a walk through the gardens and a good couple of hours in Christchurch doing our own thing, which was unexpected, but an absolute blessing to be able to take in the city at our own pace.
The Jet boating was absolutely thrilling. Our driver Paul, made sure we had the best time on the water. We got 'just wet enough' enjoyed a few laughs, some great scenery and learnt quite a bit about the river as well.
A really fantastic way to enjoy Christchurch. Highly recommended.
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Annase9173nt
Feb 8, 2024
Solo cruiser review - Solid tour of the city and everything with the cruise ship went pretty smooth. Be a ware that the jet boating is only 30 min and that the rest of the day is touring.
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Ken_a
Jan 31, 2024
Great trip with a little bit of information added in - While we didn't have the greatest weather we were quickly suited up and onboard the jetboat ready to go. Quick safety chat & a photo and we took off up the river at speed. Weaving through the Delta channels then into a 360 spin & a tidbit of information on the delta was provided by the driver. Take off again skimming the banks and doing 360's with more tidbits of information provided at each "stop" Back down the river, faster than up as going with the current helping push us along, weaving and spinning whilst any questions were answered during the brief pauses after 360 spins. Would go again in a heartbeat.
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Rob_a
Apr 9, 2024
Allison was a very good... - Allison was a very good tour guide
was very cool
Boat ride was awesome
Wish it had lasted longer
Didn't like that we had to search for our own lunch
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Damien_f
Mar 24, 2024
Gd - Good informative driver bit dissapointed the jet boat ride was only20 minutes. Quake museum interesting
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