Embark on a private luxury tour of the Banks Peninsula Crater Rim Walk, a breathtaking volcanic coastline near Christchurch. Explore stunning views and discover New Zealand’s natural beauty with a knowledgeable guide.
Embark on a private luxury tour of the Banks Peninsula Crater Rim Walk, a breathtaking volcanic coastline near Christchurch. Explore stunning views and discover New Zealand’s natural beauty with a knowledgeable guide.
- Sumner Beach (Cave Rock) - After being picked up by your private guide in an SUV, head to Sumner Beach for hot drinks at our local seaside suburb. Sit out on the deck admiring the ocean and Cave Rock.
- Taylors Mistake - Awaroa / Godley Head Walk - A beautiful black sand surf beach, with quaint little baches is the starting point of our walking…
- Sumner Beach (Cave Rock) - After being picked up by your private guide in an SUV, head to Sumner Beach for hot drinks at our local seaside suburb. Sit out on the deck admiring the ocean and Cave Rock.
- Taylors Mistake - Awaroa / Godley Head Walk - A beautiful black sand surf beach, with quaint little baches is the starting point of our walking track. Your guide will provide walking poles, bags, lunch, snacks and water before you set off.
- Godley Head - Walk around the stunning Godley Head, undoubtedly one of Chrsitchurch’s most beautiful walks. This 8 km loop track will take around 3 hours walking, with lots of time to stop and enjoy the scenery.
It is a well-established track, full of history and beautiful coastal views. You will see Scott’s Hutt, an Antarctic Cabin, WW2 Gun Emplacements, a penguin colony, and visit Boulder Bay, a quaint beach accessible only by foot, where you will enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch.
Note: The remaining time is for the round tour and time spent sightseeing or explorations.
Take the day at your own pace with your own private guide, and return to the city in time for dinner.

- Transport by luxury SUV
- Hotel pickup
- Private local guide
- Lunch included
- Snacks provided
- Bottled water available
- Tea and coffee served
- Walking poles provided
- Transport by luxury SUV
- Hotel pickup
- Private local guide
- Lunch included
- Snacks provided
- Bottled water available
- Tea and coffee served
- Walking poles provided
- Gratuities
- Gratuities
Experience a remarkable guided walk infused with a touch of luxury. An expert local guide will pick you up from Christchurch in a private vehicle, embarking on a scenic 20-minute drive to Sumner, a delightful seaside suburb. Here, enjoy hot beverages at a local café with ocean views, while listening to captivating tales about Christchurch’s history….
Experience a remarkable guided walk infused with a touch of luxury. An expert local guide will pick you up from Christchurch in a private vehicle, embarking on a scenic 20-minute drive to Sumner, a delightful seaside suburb. Here, enjoy hot beverages at a local café with ocean views, while listening to captivating tales about Christchurch’s history.
From Sumner, a brief 10-minute drive takes you to Taylors Mistake Beach, where your walking adventure begins. The 8km trail traces the Crater Rim, the edge of an ancient volcanic caldera, providing stunning views of the rugged Pacific coastline, Pegasus Bay, and the often snow-dusted Southern Alps. Along the route, explore historic WWII coastal defense sites and an Antarctic cabin used for expedition training.
A gourmet picnic lunch is served at a scenic spot with sweeping views. The total walking time is approximately 3-4 hours, including a leisurely 30-minute lunch break, before returning to Christchurch City in the afternoon.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.