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Canterbury Natural Attractions - What to See & Do. If you are looking for comprehensive travel information for Canterbury Natural Attractions including Garden & Park, Natural Feature, Observatory and Wildlife Activity, you will find it here on AA Travel.

Around the country our untamed coastlines, sparkling white sandy beaches, rolling green farmland, snow-capped mountains and native forests are filled with unlimited attractions for those who love the great outdoors. Whether you are a tramper, wildlife enthusiast, angler, skier, surfer or sailor, you'll find New Zealand perfect for outdoor adventures. Aside from our great outdoors, there are also many great family attractions around the country, from theme parks, water parks, zoos and aquariums to beautiful parks and beaches. Kiwis are incredibly talented; our great artists, craftsmen, entertainers and those with 'Kiwi ingenuity' also provide many of the attractions. Check out fabulous artists' studios, galleries, museums, culture shows and live entertainment.

Canterbury is home to many districts - Kaikoura, Hurunui, Waimakariri, Selwyn, Ashburton, South
Canterbury, Mackenzie, Banks Peninsula, Waimate, as well as the city of Christchurch. Kaikoura is
where the mountains meet the sea. Experience the marine life - see the giant sperm whale, the
world's largest variety of pelagic birds, or swim with the acrobatic dusky dolphins. Within the
Hurunui region lies Hanmer Springs, a scenic alpine and thermal village offering a multitude of
exciting challenges - from bungy jumping to jet boating, forest walks to mountain biking. The
Waipara wine region offers plenty of opportunities to sample a variety of excellent wines. The
Waimakariri District has safe beaches and braided rivers, fishing, walks, scenic countryside, crafts
and museums. Selwyn District extends from the edge of Christchurch to Arthur's Pass National Park
and the main divide of the Southern Alps mountain range. The district is known for its wineries,
golf courses, high-country lakes and rivers. The Ashburton District is home to an array of
adventurous pursuits - skiing, hot-air ballooning and jet boating. For a more relaxed pace, visit a
historic high-country sheep station or enjoy a round of golf. Attractive towns, lush pasture,
rolling green hills and braided rivers make up the South Canterbury District. It is home to the
country's largest Maori rock collection and many scenic and cultural activities. The Mackenzie
region is renowned for its scenic beauty and the hospitality of its high-country people. It is home
to Aoraki/ Mt Cook, the highest peak in New Zealand. Enjoy lake cruises, heli-skiing, star gazing,
or scenic flights over the Southern Alps. Step back into Maori, French, British and whaling history
when visiting Canterbury's oldest village, Akaroa on Banks Peninsula. See the rare Hector's dolphin,
or go for one of the many walks ranging from one hour to four days. Waimate, just south of Timaru,
is home to New Zealand's largest wallabies. Visitors can enjoy a variety of native bushwalks located
close to town.