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Private Shore Excursion From Lyttelton Cave Stream & Castle Hill

By Adventure by Nature
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$733 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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  • 7h
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Overview

Morning - Cave Stream
It will take us approximately 45 minutes to navigate the 594-meter limestone cave. Our route follows crystal-clear water through winding chambers and small waterfalls.

Not interested in caving? Not a problem. You're welcome to explore the paths and trails in the area or sit and relax with some afternoon tea in this very peaceful landscape instead of going through the cave.

Afternoon - Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti
Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti is an amazing labyrinth of giant limestone boulders. The area is rich with cultural and recreational significance and has been granted Tōpuni status - “A symbolic cloak of protection”.

Your guide will show you around and if you like, you can have a go at bouldering and test your climbing skills. Or use your time here to explore the endless maze of boulders.

Activity location

  • Darfield
    • Darfield, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury, New Zealand

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Private Guided Tour
  • Activity duration is 7 hours7h
    7h
  • English

Private Tour
Lunch, snacks & hot drinks
Luxury Car: Luxury car for groups of 1-3
Minivan for groups 4-8

Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
AU$732.68 x 2 AdultsAU$1,465.36
Total
Price is AU$1,465.36
Until Sun, 27 July

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transport
  • What's includedWhat's includedUse of caving equipment including head torch, helmet and safety belt
  • What's includedWhat's includedSnacks
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedGuide
  • What's includedWhat's includedCoffee and/or Tea
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAlcoholic Drinks

Know before you book

  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.

Activity itinerary

Darfield
  • 1h
Your tour starts by following the "Great Alpine Highway" west of Christchurch across the Canterbury Plains. After 50 minutes, it will be time for a short break in the small rural town of Darfield. The Darfield Bakery is an excellent example of New Zealand cuisine. We will pick up some freshly made food for a picnic lunch.
Lake Lyndon
  • 1h
Leaving Darfield and continuing west towards the Southern Alps, we will make a short stop for morning tea next to Lake Lyndon.
Cave Stream Scenic Reserve
  • 2h
Once arriving at Cave Stream, your guide will kit you out with caving gear and provide you with a safety briefing before you head down to the cave entrance. The 600-meter limestone cave follows an underground river and takes most groups 45-60 minutes to complete. Inside the limestone cave, the crystal clear water flows through large chambers and over small waterfall steps. The cave gets as narrow as a standard hallway, and you can always stand up inside. Back at the car park, hot drinks and a picnic lunch will be provided while you enjoy the mountain views.
Kura Tawhiti Conservation Area
  • 1h 30m
Castle Hill/Kura Tawhiti is one of New Zealand's most spectacular natural wonders. While there, your guide will show you around and explain why the area holds so much spiritual, recreational, and geological significance. If time allows, you will have some free time to explore the boulders, meeting your guide back at the car park.
Springfield
  • 1h 30m
On the way back, a short break in Springfield allows for a photo with the giant doughnut, the history of which your guide will explain. Back in Lyttelton, you will be dropped off at the port meeting point.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESDarfield
    • Darfield, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE20 Norwich Quay
    • 20 Norwich Quay
    • 8082, Lyttelton, Canterbury, New Zealand

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