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Christchurch and Canterbury Guides

New Zealand Travel with Backyard Travel Family

Covering Christchurch City, Ashburton and Mid Canterbury, Mt Cook Region, Tekapo and Mackenzie, Akaroa, Arthurs Pass, Hanmer Springs and Kaikoura

Popular Canterbury Articles

The Best Christchurch Family Accommodation

Best things to do in Ashburton and Mid Canterbury with Kids

One of the most epic things to do in Canterbury is swim with dolphins. Nathan from Backyard Travel Family overlooks the Kaikoura coastline, waiting to swim with dolphins for the first time

Have you ticked off these Bucket List Things to do in Canterbury

Backyard Travel Family stand in front of a rhino on the Rhino Way aka Childrens Bay Walkway Akaroa

15 Incredible Things to Do in Akaroa

Father and son look at visit the Christchurch Gondola, with epic views overlooking the Canterbury Coastline, New Zealand

Christchurch Attractions and Activities: City Exploration and Outdoor Adventures

Backyard Travel Family overlook the Lyttelton Harbour from the Sign of the Bellbird, Christchurch, New Zealand

42 Free Things to Do in Christchurch with Kids and Families

Kipton from Backyard Travel Family overlooks the first swing bridge at the start of the Hooker Valley Track

Mt Cook Walks, Hikes and More Fun Things to do in Mt Cook National Park

Ashley and Emilia from Backyard Travel Family check out the 360 degree views of Lake Tekapo, Mackenzie Region, Canterbury Walk, South Island, New Zealand

Guide to the Best Canterbury Walks and Half Day Hikes

Nathan about to hit the large downhill on the new Conical Thrill Waterslide, Hanmer Springs

The Best Things to Do in Hanmer Springs

Backyard Travel Family walking hand in hand, checking out the many things to do in Lake Tekapo with kids in winter // Mackenzie Region, Canterbury, New Zealand

A Weekend in Tekapo with Kids: Top things to do with Family

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Signs for Pixie Hollow and fairies sleeping as children from Backyard Travel Family walk hold hands, walking on a log in McHughs Forest in the background

Follow the Fairies into McHughs Forest Park: Short walk for young children in Darfield, Canterbury

Kipton sits on a rock and uses his binoculars to look out over Deep Stream from the Deep Stream track, looking up the canyon. Lake Aviemore, near Kurow, Waitaki Region

Discover the hidden beauty of the Deep Stream Track, Lake Aviemore

Nathan and Kipton from Backyard Travel Family explore the slot canyon at Omarama Clay Cliffs, South Island, New Zealand

Exploring a Slot Canyon: Omarama Clay Cliffs (and things to do in Omarama)

All of Backyard Travel Family sitting in front of Dog Stream Waterfall, Hanmer Springs after the 1 hour walk

Tranquil half day hike: Hanmer Springs Waterfall Walk

Grandad and Emilia from Backyard Travel Family check out the beautiful wooden eagle sculpture on the Forest Amble Walk

Kids won’t believe what they will find on this Hanmer Forest Walk: Forest Amble Walk

Emilia from Backyard Travel Faily inspects the fairy house on the Fairy Door Walk in Hanmer Springs

Explore the magical fairy doors on Hanmer Springs Fairy Door Walk

Kipton looks over Hanmer Springs at the top of the Conical Hill Walk

Breathtaking views atop Hanmer Springs’ Conical Hill: A Must Do Walk in Hanmer Springs

Ashley and Kipton from Backyard Travel Family ride with their Kids Ride Shotgun mountain bike seat through Brooke Dawson Park, Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs: A Mountain Biking Mecca for Kids from Beginners to Advanced

Ashburton Lakes: Guide to hikes, biking and staying in New Zealands most beautiful hidden region

Nathan from Backyard Travel Family sits on a rock overlooking the beautiful Washpen Falls waterfall near Methven

Washpen Falls, Canterbury

Nathan and Kipton from Backyard Travel Family reach the summit of Little Mt Peel

Day Walk in Canterbury: Walking Little Mt Peel (with Kids Guide included)

Nathan from Backyard Travel Family practicing his pizza on the learner slope at Mt Hutt, Canterbury, New Zealand

A Day in Ski School at Mt Hutt: A Detailed Guide to Skiwiland and Kea Club

Nathan from Backyard Travel Family looks at the views towards the Ashburton Lakes, on the Woolshed Creek Hut Walk, best overnight hike for kids or half day walk, Mid Canterbury, New Zealand

Hiking to Woolshed Creek, Mt Somers with Kids: Is this the best beginners overnight tramp or half day hike for families?

Scotts Cabin, Antarctic Bound Hut on the Godley Head Track, Christchurch, New Zealand

Godley Head Track with kids: The Best Coastline Walk in Christchurch

View over the scooter surface with jumps and rails, perfect for scootering, skateboarding and biking at Knights Stream Park, Halswell, Christchurch, New Zealand

Knights Stream Park: Christchurch’s Best Scooter and Bike Park

Kipton from Backyard Travel Family jumps off the rope climbing frame at Foster Park Playground, Rolleston, Christchurch, New Zealand

Innovative New-Age: Foster Park Playground, Rolleston, Christchurch

View from Tasman Glacier Viewpoint, Mt Cook National Park, Great short walk with kids by Backyard Travel Family

Tasman Glacier Viewpoint: Short Walk with Kids in Mt Cook National Park

Devils Punchbowl Falls: The Perfect Short Waterfall Walk between Christchurch and the West Coast

Excellent place for family walks and biking at Bottle Lake Forest, Christchurch, New Zealand // Backyard Travel Family

Why Bottle Lake Forest is a great family day out!

Mt Sunday: A Journey to Edoras – Lord of the Rings Film Location

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