Welcome to Antarctica

Right here in Christchurch
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9:00am to 4:30pm
The world's premier
antarctic experience

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Penguin Backstage Experience

There’s a lot going on behind the scenes in making sure our flipper-flapping friends are healthy and happy. Take an exclusive tour behind the scenes and you’ll get to experience it all. It’s the closest you can get to the penguin life without diving right in.

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From $129/PP
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Antarctic Guided Tours

Join a two hour, immersive guided tour experience led by one of our passionate Antarctic Guides. With captivating storytelling and expert insight, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of what it’s really like to live and work on the coldest, driest, windiest place on Earth.

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One of the world's five gateways to Antarctica

Christchurch is one of five cities in the world known as a ‘Gateway to Antarctica.’ This is far more than an empty title. The garden city acts as a conduit to the icy continent, sharing and championing Antarctic geography, history and culture.

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Our Other Attractions

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Meet New Zealand's Unique Animals

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

New Zealand’s most comprehensive NZ themed wildlife park, the Willowbank experience tells the story of our country’s natural heritage.

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Experience Maori Culture First Hand

Ko Tāne - Waka on Avon

After 160 years waka are back on the Ōtākaro Avon River.

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12/10, absolutely lovely.

The Hagglund ride is remarkable and very fun. The guides were extremely informative and a pleasure to speak with. The summer storm experience is not to be missed either. Do not miss this if you are in Christchurch

Patrick Hall - Google

Excellent Experience

We had a fantastic three hours here with our 12 and 15 year old. Watched the little blue penguins being fed at 10.30am then the highlight was the ride on the Haaglund. So much fun! The 4D movie was cool. The snow storm was freaky. The information available was interesting and informative. So much to do. It was all so well done. Highly recommend to all.

LouLoveLondon - Trip Advisor

We loved the penguins

Wonderful day out for me and my 9 year old daughter, we got the VIP backstage penguin pass, and we loved the penguins. The staff are amazing, really friendly and helpful. Worth every cent.

Jenn P. - Tripadvisor

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