 When heading out of Christchurch you will find many
different things to see and do and all are within one or two hours’ drive
of Thornycroft Bed & Breakfast.
A journey north reveals green rolling hills, winery visits, long empty beaches,
and the whale-watching centre of Kaikoura is about 2 hours’ drive away.
If you head south you pass through farmland and cross rivers ideal for fishing,
whitewater rafting or kayaking. Mt Hutt, the premier ski area close to the city,
lies to the south west. A day away from the slopes gives one the opportunity to
try jet boating, fishing, horse riding or a round of golf.
To the east is Banks Peninsula with its many sheltered bays, beautiful
sandy beaches, bush clad valleys, rocky coastline and high, wild places. Activities
include boating, tramping, a seal colony safari, winery visits and a visit to the
French settlers seaside village of Akaroa.
Driving west from Christchurch, beyond the Canterbury Plains, are the Southern
Alps, the backbone of the South Island. Being the tallest mountain range in Australasia,
the Southern Alps are the gateway to the South Island’s West Coast. This
area of Canterbury offers the opportunity to enjoy alpine pursuits such as tramping,
hiking, and skiing at any of Canterburys many ski fields.
We can provide you with information on transport options to get you from Thornycroft Bed & Breakfast to these attractions. |
