Private Tour
Half Day Luxury Guided Crater Rim Walk
Overview
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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Enjoy a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a spectacular extinct volcano only 30 minutes from Christchurch. Experience world-class views and see some of New Zealand's most stunning coastlines with an experienced local guide.
Godley Head is a beautiful coastal track with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and also Lyttelton Harbour. It includes historic landmarks from WW2, an Antarctic cabin, and quaint little beaches to boot. The walk is 4 km and takes around 2 hours to walk, plus plenty of time to stop and enjoy the scenery. The track can be adapted by the guide on the day.
With your own guide, you can set the pace. Both morning and afternoon walks are available, see the highlights and be back in Christchurch in time for lunch or dinner.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
Walking poles
Snacks
Hotel pickup (within 5km of city centre)
Hotel pickups more than 5km outside of the city centre
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)
On the 30-minute drive to Sumner, you will be entertained with the history of Christchurch, including personal experiences from your local guide. Pass through Sumner Village and Cave Rock.
Taylors Mistake - Awaroa / Godley Head Walk
Enjoy a 1.5 - 2 hour walk around this beautiful coastal track. Points of interest include the Awaroa Coastal Defence Battery and Scott's Hut Antarctic Cabin.
Options
Luxury Half Day Crater Walk
Half-day private guided walk departing from Christchurch City! Walking time 1.5 hours.
Duration: 4 hours
Snack, water
Private vehicle
Pickup included
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great trip!!!
leighhH7296TH,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nicole was easy to work with when booking the tour. Our guide, Herb, was amazing and very well informed. The scenery was beautiful. I highly recommend the experience!
Stomping in the Bush
731jeaniec,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an absolutely lovely day! Helen was a terrific guide and we learned so much about local history. The views were spectacular.
Ask for Herb!
dougmB4274TF,
Oct 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful experience on our Crater Rim Walk with our guide, Herb. He’s a great guide - super knowledgeable about local history, flora, fauna, and all things outdoors. Plus he’s an all around good guy!
Breathtaking views
64noelw,
Sep 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Epic walk with incredibly scenic views , guided by Nicole and Herb, their wealth of knowledge of the area, wildlife and history was an amazing experience, highly recommended
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