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Opening Hours and Prices

Opening Hours & Ticket Prices

We are open every day of the year, including Christmas Day, from 9am to 5:30pm. Please note our Cafe is open from 8am to 5pm.

Ticket prices (all prices are in NZ dollars)


Our most popular entry ticket. This pass is valid for the whole day & gives you access to all parts of the attraction including the penguins, unlimited Hagglund rides**, the 4D Show 'Ice Voyage', the snow & ice room and the storm.
Adult	$65.00
Child (5-15 years)	$35.00
Child (under 5 years)	Free
Family (2 adults + up to 4 children 5-15 yrs)	$165.00
Seniors & students (with ID)	$55.00

** Unlimited Hagglund rides

Please note that we operate a ride ticket system where a seat is allocated to you for a specific allotted ride time. Your Xtreme Pass ticket allows for as many Hagglund rides as you wish BUT the timing of your visit and how busy the attraction is that day may affect how many rides you will realistically be in for. Please click here to learn more about our suggestions on timing your visit if riding the Hagglund more than once is high on your agenda!

For periodic special Christchurch & Canterbury locals deals, click here


A 30-minute exclusive behind-the-scenes tour, escorted by one of our Guides, of the NZ Penguin Encounter. Get up close and personal with one of our Little Blue penguins. Great photo opportunities. Learn about how we work the Little Blues and some of the issues we face with rehabilitation. Tour numbers limited to 8 visitors. Tour times are 11:00am, 2:00pm, 3:00pm.
Adult	$25.00
Child (5-15 years)	$15.00
Family (2 adults + up to 4 children 5-15 yrs)	$80.00
Seniors & students (with ID)	$20.00
(Please note the Xclusive Pass is not suitable for children under 5 years of age)


Suitable for visitors on a budget or who are on a tight schedule or who arrive close to closing time. In other words where you will not get value for our main entry ticket, here is a lesser alternative. You have access to all parts of the attraction EXCEPT the Hagglund ride and 4D Show.
Adult	$35.00
Child (5-15 years)	$20.00
Child (under 5 years)	Free
Family (2 adults + up to 4 children 5-15 yrs)	$95.00
Seniors & students (with ID)	$30.00