Waimakariri Travel Guide
Waimakariri accommodation, Waimakariri activities and attractions, Waimakariri maps, transportation to and around Waimakariri - the Jasons Waimakariri Destination Travel Guide is your complete visitor guide for Waimakariri.
Twenty minutes northwest of
Christchurch,
Canterbury’s Waimakariri region boasts beautiful braided rivers, sandy beaches, high country and lovely walking tracks. In summer, Waimakariri often tops the thermostat. Watersport enthusiasts can indulge in walking, swimming, boating and fishing at
Woodend Beach, cruise aboard an historic ship at
Kaiapoi, or enjoy the wild splendour of
Waikuku Beach.
Mounts Oxford, Thomas, Richardson and Grey are well served with walking tracks for nature lovers. Historic towns like
Oxford, Kaiapoi and
Rangiora make good places to break your travels – the Waimakariri region is becoming renowned for its arts, heritage, gourmet cafés and wineries.
