Private Full-Day Godley Head Guided Coastal Hike with Picnic

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About this activity

Enjoy a premium guided coastal hike at spectacular Godley Head on Banks Peninsula, travelling by private SUV with your own experienced local guide. This full-day experience allows you to explore at your own pace while discovering the dramatic landscapes of an ancient extinct volcano just 30 minutes from Christchurch.

After hotel pick-up, travel through Christchurch and Sumner before stopping for hot drinks overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Continue to Taylors Mistake Beach, where your walk begins.

The 8-10 km (5-6 mile) Godley Head loop track follows rugged coastal cliffs and sweeping harbour views, taking in restored WWII coastal defence gun emplacements, Scott's Cabin, and panoramic views across Pegasus Bay, Lyttelton Harbour, and the Southern Alps. Enjoy snacks and a gourmet picnic lunch in a scenic location while keeping an eye out for seals, dolphins, and native birdlife.

With approximately 3.5 hours of walking, the experience can be adapted to suit your pace and interests.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Crater Rim Walks

Ages: Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Walking poles
Included: Transport by luxury SUV
Included: Snacks
Included: Lunch
Included: Hotel pickup
Included: Private local guide
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Sumner Beach (Cave Rock)

30 min Admission included

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

30 min Admission included

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

3 hours Admission included

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.