Canterbury
Dolphin Encounter, Kaikoura
CANTERBURY
The largest region in New Zealand, Canterbury is located in the central eastern part of the South Island. Its capital city is Christchurch, devastated by last year’s earthquakes, but still a natural stopping point on the main touring route. Akaroa is located on the Banks Peninsula, southeast of Christchurch. Canterbury includes Kaikoura as well, one of the few places in the world where you can always see whales and experience dolphins up close and personal. In between is Hamner Springs, a great place for a soak in a natural hot springs. To the southwest is the Mackenzie Region with beautiful Mount Cook. To the Northwest is Arthur’s Pass, the gateway to the West Coast and the highest pass across the Southern Alps.
Kaikoura Peninsula
Kaikoura
Christchurch
Akaroa
Mackenzie District
Arthur's Pass
Mount Cook
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Rick Garrett
I’m a Professional Travel Adviser with over 40 years of travel industry experience. The countries I specialize in include Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, French Polynesia (aka Tahiti), and the Cook Islands. I’ve made dozens of trips to the South Pacific so am able to provide you with first hand knowledge and experience while creating the custom itinerary that is perfect for YOU, and then take care of everything from A to Z, before, during and after your amazing Down Under adventure. Because the journeys I create for my clients are born out of my desire to share my authentic travel experiences, each one is unique, and designed to match your interests, tastes and budget.