Half Day Guided Walking Tour on Banks Peninsula

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Christchurch, New Zealand

4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

What's Included

Hotel pickup (within 5km of city centre)
Local guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Walking poles
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea
Snacks

Hotel pickups more than 5km outside of the city centre
Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

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.

Itinerary

Godley Head

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0

based on 46 reviews

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Herb did an awesome job...

Janet_S, Feb 2026

Herb did an awesome job leading our group! He was very informative and did a great jjob explaining the history of the area. The views and beach were amazing. Herb did nice commentary during our travel time in the van. The owner/office did a great job communicating pick up and drop off

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thank you kindly for your review, Herb will be so glad to hear you enjoyed your time with him. Many thanks, Nicole

A fantastic afternoon...

Pat_J, Feb 2026

A fantastic afternoon with Heidi. We would highly recommend this. Views and commentary were amazing.

Response from Host, Feb 2026

Thanks so much, glad to hear you had a great afternoon!

I highly recommend this...

Sheila_H, Sep 2025

I highly recommend this walk. It is beautiful and gets you out in nature. We saw lots of sheep up close and got some great photos.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thanks, Sheila! It was great to meet you both:-) Appreciate the review, and hope the rest of your trip was fabulous.

Great way to explore the Banks Peninsula

Brian_B, Apr 2025

We loved this tour with Nicole. The perfect blend of informative and friendly. The scenery was breathtaking and the tour was very well planned out. They have thought of it all when it comes to what you needed for the day. Walking sticks, a handy backpack to carry a delicious healthy prepared lunch, fresh fruit, and protein bites. The tour also included a souvenir New Zealand water canteen that we were able to keep. This was one of the most thought out and thoughtful tours we have ever been on.

Response from Host, Apr 2025

Thank you so much Brian! Really appreciate your review, and I am so glad you enjoyed the excursion, and the drink bottle for your memories of NZ. Safe travels! Nicole

Amazing Scenery and Interesting History

Susan_G, Feb 2025

There are gradual ups and downs but nothing overly strenuous if you are in decent shape. It is absolutely gorgeous and worth it.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it.

Beautiful Views!

Leigh_K, Feb 2025

We did this our first morning in New Zealand and it was a great walk and beautiful views! Our guide Helen was fantastic! Definitely recommend!

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thank you so much! Hope the rest of your trip was just as much fun:-)

Awesome tour, well worth it.

Mark_H, Jan 2025

The walk tour was amazing and beautiful scenery, although it was a very hot day, it was still well worth the walk. Thank you Dee for the awesome tour and explaining all of the sites.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you Mark! So glad you enjoyed the walk and your time with Dee.

A group tour that felt like a private tour experience!

Denise_L, Dec 2024

This review is way overdue but so well deserved. This family run business is top notch! Communication before the trip and transportation were smooth. From the walking sticks, small snack and souvenir water bottles, they thought of everything so we were prepared for the hike. The hike itself had a little of everything too, great views, changing landscape, inclines, grazing sheep and winding paths on the crater rim. Our guides were super friendly, sharing their immense knowledge and experiences along the way. Our pace was just right, not rushed or stalled with plenty of photo opportunities. Afterwards, we were dropped off in Christchurch with plenty of time to eat and do some shopping. This is a great way to maximize your one day in Lyttelton/Christchurch