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Home/Destinations/Christchurch/Punting & Gardens

Punting & Gardens Tours

Serene and green: glide along the willow-lined Avon River on a traditional punt, poled by a boater in period dress, and stroll the beautiful Botanic Gardens and Hagley Park. The essence of the Garden City.

188 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram
Christchurch
Christchurch Hop-On Hop-Off Tram
4.5(975)·1 day
from$24/ person
via Viator
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
Christchurch
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
4.5(555)·2–3 hours
from$42/ person
via Viator
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
Christchurch
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
4.5(514)·5h 30min
from$114/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
4.9(387)·13 hours
from$154/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket
Christchurch
Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket
4.5(334)·2 hours
from$26/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
Christchurch
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
4.5(238)·13 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
Christchurch
Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour with TranzAlpine Train
4.6(234)·9h 30min
from$284/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center
4.6(217)·6h 30min
from$112/ person
via Viator
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
Christchurch
Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch
4.9(163)·5h 30min
from$143/ person
via Viator
Discover Christchurch Tour
Christchurch
Discover Christchurch Tour
5.0(140)·6 hours
from$229/ person
via Viator
Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch
Christchurch
Christchurch to Arthur's Pass Tours + TranzAlpine Train & Lunch
4.5(127)·10 hours
from$244/ person
via Viator
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Day Entry
Christchurch
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Day Entry
4.5(121)·1–3 hours
from$21/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts
Christchurch
Christchurch Land Sailing Adventure Velocity Karts
5.0(110)·2 hours
from$57/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Inner City Lunchtime Food and Culture Walking Tour
Christchurch
Christchurch Inner City Lunchtime Food and Culture Walking Tour
4.9(107)·2h 30min
from$123/ person
via Viator
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton
Christchurch
Coastal Pacific Train Journey from Christchurch to Picton
4.7(98)·3h 15min–6h 15min
from$158/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Sightseeing Pass
Christchurch
Christchurch Sightseeing Pass
4.5(81)·2 days
from$70/ person
via Viator
Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip
Christchurch
Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip
5.0(63)·6 hours
from$198/ person
via Viator
Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour
Christchurch
Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour
4.3(53)·3 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Jet Boating
4.7(38)·6h 30min
from$141/ person
via Viator
Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch
Christchurch
Historical, Heritage & Earthquake walking tour of Christchurch
4.9(37)·2 hours
from$17/ person
via Viator
Private Christchurch Walking Tour
Christchurch
Private Christchurch Walking Tour
5.0(31)·2 hours
from$86/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
Akaroa
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
3.7(26)·6 hours
from$120/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour
4.4(22)·7h 30min
from$135/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Arthur's Pass National Park Day Tour
4.7(22)·7h 30min
from$192/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Scenic Private Tour with Local Guide Half Day
Christchurch
Christchurch Scenic Private Tour with Local Guide Half Day
4.6(20)·4 hours
from$137/ person
via Viator
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch
4.4(17)·8h 30min
from$141/ person
via Viator
Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola
Christchurch
Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola
4.7(14)·8 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Discover Christchurch Hidden Gems Twilight Food and Culture Tour
Christchurch
Discover Christchurch Hidden Gems Twilight Food and Culture Tour
4.8(13)·2 hours
from$98/ person
via Viator
Methven Ōpuke Hot Pool & Scenic Canterbury Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Methven Ōpuke Hot Pool & Scenic Canterbury Tour from Christchurch
4.8(12)·6–12 hours
from$143/ person
via Viator
Christchurch to Queenstown 2-Day Transfer Via Franz Josef
Christchurch
Christchurch to Queenstown 2-Day Transfer Via Franz Josef
5.0(12)·2 days
from$333/ person
via Viator
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)
Christchurch
Christchurch City Top Sights Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour)
3.0(11)·3–4 hours
from$106/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Private Tour (Premium) Full day
Christchurch
Christchurch Private Tour (Premium) Full day
4.9(9)·8 hours
from$212/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour with optional Wine Tasting
Christchurch
Christchurch Guided Walking Tour with optional Wine Tasting
5.0(8)·2 hours
from$20/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Half Day Tour
Christchurch
Christchurch Half Day Tour
4.5(6)·4–5 hours
from$114/ person
via Viator
Punting on the Avon Antigua Boatsheds
Christchurch
Punting on the Avon Antigua Boatsheds
4.7(3)·30 min
from$26/ person
via Viator
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure
Christchurch
A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Digging Up Canterbury's Treasure
3.7(3)·2 hours
from$12/ person
via Viator
Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP
Christchurch
Christchurch City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP
4.7(3)·3–4 hours
from$10/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Highlights & Avon Punting
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Highlights & Avon Punting
5.0(2)·6 hours
from$218/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Ex: 3.5 hr Guided Scenic Hike. Transport & Food
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Ex: 3.5 hr Guided Scenic Hike. Transport & Food
5.0(2)·3–4 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour
Christchurch
Christchurch Botanic Gardens Tour
5.0(1)·50 min
from$17/ person
via Viator
Christchurch To Hanmer Springs Hot Pool (Including Ticket)
Christchurch
Christchurch To Hanmer Springs Hot Pool (Including Ticket)
5.0(1)·6–8 hours
from$200/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Tram and Gondola Combo
Christchurch
Christchurch Tram and Gondola Combo
4.0(1)·1–7 hours
from$47/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion City Highlights with 3 best Attractions
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion City Highlights with 3 best Attractions
7 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Private Christchurch Highlights Tour with Avon Punting
Christchurch
Private Christchurch Highlights Tour with Avon Punting
6 hours
from$344/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Stargazing and Milky Way Photography Private Tour
Christchurch
Christchurch Stargazing and Milky Way Photography Private Tour
3 hours
from$98/ person
via Viator

Punting & Gardens in Christchurch — FAQ

What is punting on the Avon?
A relaxing boat ride along the Avon River in a flat-bottomed punt, poled by a boater.
Where are the Christchurch Botanic Gardens?
In Hagley Park, beside the Avon River in the city centre.
Is punting suitable for all ages?
Yes — it is a gentle, scenic ride enjoyed by all.

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