Greedy Sportsman's Day in the Garden City
A totally flexible guiding service for active visitors who want to enjoy outdoor activities and sightseeing in Christchurch. From half-day to multi-day tours, tailor-made to suit your fitness and interests.
- Duration
- 4-8 hours
- Group size
- Up to 4 guests
- Price
- From $420 (2 guests)
About this tour
If you are out-of-towners who would love to have a fun day in Christchurch enjoying some of the outdoor activities that Christchurch offers as well as a look around the rebuild of Christchurch, please come and join me.
I offer a totally flexible guiding service to enable you to enjoy your stay in the rebuilt Garden City. My tours can be from half day to multi day tours and can incorporate as much outdoor activity or sightseeing as you wish.
I am a well experienced local tour guide who loves and has lived in this city for most of my adult life and delight in sharing the city with you.
I have a hybrid 4 wheel drive BYD Shark 6 which can seat 5 people including myself.
The minimum period I offer is a 4 hour experience.
I can offer to show you our city with a combination of sports activity to suit your interests and what the weather allows.
There are not many sports that I don't enjoy to take part in and our city is blessed with amazing facilities to enable you to have a great active day in our city.
I can pack golf clubs, tennis gear, table tennis, pickle ball, snooker, darts, wind carts, kite flying, mountain biking, hiking and bird watching gear, clay pigeon shooting or skiing in the Winter.
I can take you sightseeing in the city itself or travel to the Waipara valley to enjoy wines, mountain biking the Waipara Winery trail, soaking in the pools in Hanmer, jet boating.
Food wise happy to harvest food from my garden and bake some bread and enjoy a picnic in a scenic spot or enjoy back in my sunroom if the weather isn't so warm. Also delighted to drop you at whatever restaurant or food area you may wish to enjoy your lunch at.
Please mail me with a rough outline of what you would like to do whilst you are in Christchurch and I can prepare an itinerary and a quote for your consideration.
Let me facilitate an active few days in the Garden City or the surrounding Canterbury area. Flexible as to the number of days you wish to be hosted. My tours are tailor made to suit the fitness and interests of my guests. If required I can recommend suitable accommodation to suit guests wishes or guests are welcome to stay with me in my home and enjoy cooking together and harvest food from my glasshouse, vegetable garden or fruit trees.
A walk through the Botanical Gardens to view the remarkable range of plants and hear about the history of the Gardens and plantings.
Activities to choose from
E-bike Rental
Cycle around the central city to view the rebuild and Street Art, or go up on to the Summit Road or out to Godley Head.
$95per personRegular Cycle Rental
Standard bicycle rental for exploring Christchurch.
$45per person9 Holes of Golf
Inclusive of club rental and green fee at a scenic local course.
$60per personHiking
Hiking on Godley Head and Port Hills. DOC concession fee included.
$5per personBlow Cart Ride
30-minute blow cart ride experience.
$30per personTennis
Hit of tennis with racquets, balls and court hire included.
$10per personPrivate Prize-Winning Garden
Private prize-winning garden viewing in the city.
$10per personOhinetahi Garden
Trip to Ohinetahi in Governors Bay to enjoy Sir Miles Warren's garden.
$15per personBotanical Gardens Walk
Walk through the Botanical Gardens to view the remarkable range of plants and hear about the history of the Gardens and plantings.
Free
Packages
Greedy Sportsman's Day in Christchurch
8 hours8-hour flexible tour with guide and vehicle. Includes up to 150km travel.
| Guests | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base price | $420 | $450 | $480 | $510 |
| golf | +$100 | +$150 | +$200 | +$250 |
| Cycle | +$45 | +$90 | +$135 | +$180 |
| E-bike | +$95 | +$190 | +$275 | +$370 |
| tennis | Included | Included | Included | Included |
Waipara Winery Sporty Day Tour
7 hours7-hour day trip to Waipara to play tennis and/or 9 holes of golf and/or cycle the Waipara Wine trail, then enjoy tastings and lunch at Black Estate vineyard.
| Guests | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base price | $420 | $450 | $480 | $510 |
| golf | +$100 | +$150 | +$200 | +$250 |
| tennis | +$20 | +$20 | +$20 | +$20 |
TranzAlpine Train Day Tour
9 hours9-hour day trip to Arthur's Pass including a ride on the TranzAlpine Train and a picnic lunch with hiking options in the National Park.
| Guests | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base price | $860 | $450 | $480 | $510 |
Includes
- TranzAlpine Train ticket (Springfield to Arthur's Pass)
- Picnic lunch
Akaroa Day Tour
9 hours9-hour day trip to Akaroa to enjoy a nature cruise and view the endangered Hectors Dolphins, with lunch in the township of Akaroa.
| Guests | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base price | $640 | $790 | $950 | $1100 |
Includes
- Nature cruise
- Picnic lunch
Good to know
- What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, layered clothing for changeable weather, sunscreen, a camera, and an open mind.
- Weather and changes
- South Island weather changes fast. Craig adjusts stops and timings for weather and road conditions on the day, and will suggest another date if conditions are unsafe.
- Cancellation
- Cancel more than 7 days before the tour for a full refund, less a 10% administration fee. Cancellations within 7 days are not refunded. If Craig has to cancel, for example for unsafe weather, you choose a new date or a full refund.
What happens after you enquire
- Send your dates, group size, and interests. Craig replies within 24 hours.
- Craig confirms availability and the price, and adjusts the itinerary with you.
- Your booking is confirmed in writing. Craig picks you up on the day.
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Akaroa Tour
~8 hours, from $490
Experience the picturesque beauty of Akaroa on a guided tour from Christchurch. Enjoy magnificent views of Lyttelton Harbour, the Southern Alps, and Akaroa Harbour. Delight in a cheese tasting, a scenic picnic, and a nature cruise to see Hectors Dolphins, Little Blue Penguins, and NZ Fur Seals.
Aoraki Mount Cook Tour
~12 hours, from $630
Discover the stunning landscapes of Aoraki Mount Cook. This tour includes guided hikes, visits to scenic viewpoints, and educational talks about the area's rich history and geology. Perfect for adventurers and nature lovers, this tour promises an unforgettable experience.
Christchurch City Tour
4 hours, from $280
Explore Christchurch's most iconic landmarks, beautiful gardens, and hidden gems on a fully customisable tour tailored to your interests. Experience the Garden City post-earthquake and see why Christchurch remains a must-visit destination.
- Plan a custom tour
Combine stops from several tours, or go somewhere else on the South Island.
- Stay with Craig
Homestay accommodation in Craig's Christchurch home.
- Meet your guide
Craig plans, drives, and guides every tour himself.
Tell me what you'd like to see
Send me your dates, your group size, and any places you have in mind.
- Phone
- +64 21 1811 570 (also on WhatsApp)
- info@cannztours.com