Located across from Christchurch International Airport, New Zealand, the International Antarctic Centre brings to visitors a powerful, exciting and interactive experience of Antarctica.

Indoor attraction

  1. Book Now
  2. Hours & Prices
  3. Transport Options
  4. Getting Here
  5. i-Guides
  6. Snow & Ice Experience
  7. Antarctic Storm
  8. Snow Making
  9. Gallery
  10. Audio Visual
  11. Parking
  12. Luggage Lockers

nz penguin encounter

  1. Feeding Times
  2. Sponsorship
  3. Penguin Backstage Pass
  4. Conservation
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hagglund ride

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education

  1. Book Now
  2. Preschool
  3. Primary
  4. Secondary
  5. Tertiary
  6. Sleepovers
  7. ESOL
  8. Holiday Programmes
  9. Risk Assessment
  10. Community Groups
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conferences & functions

  1. Book Now
  2. Sir Edmund Hillary Room
  3. Tim Hobson Room
  4. Atrium
  5. Dine With The Penguins
  6. Marquee
  7. Theming
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on-line shop

  1. Soft Toys
  2. Souvenirs
  3. Apparel - Adultwear
  4. Apparel - Kidswear
  5. Apparel - Babywear
  6. Skin Care
  7. Jewellery
  8. Books & DVDs
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About us

  1. Special Offers
  2. Christchurch Residents
  3. Locals Magnet
  4. Image Library
  5. Director's Note
  6. Media Release
  7. Volunteers
  8. Employment
  9. Environment
  10. Contact Us
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International Antarctic Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand.
Phone: +64 3 353 7798 Fax: +64 3 353 7799 Email:
Freephone: 0508 PENGUIN (0508 736 4846) - from NZ landlines only

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