Banks Peninsula Walking Tour: Experience a Guided Half-Day Trek

Embark on a half-day guided walking tour of Banks Peninsula, just 30 minutes from Christchurch. Discover stunning coastlines, historic landmarks, and breathtaking views with an experienced local guide.

Duration: 4 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Godley Head - Certainly one of the most stunning hikes in Christchurch. The Godley Head track is both undulating and well-kept. Highlights include Scott’s Hutt (an Antarctic cabin), World War II gun emplacements, a penguin colony, and panoramic coastal views. Visitors will return to Christchurch with fantastic photos and cherished memories of an excellent walk.
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Bottled water
  • Walking poles
  • Snacks
  • Tea and coffee
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Hotel pickup (within 5km of city centre)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickups more than 5km outside of the city centre
  • Airport Hotel pickups can be arranged for NZ$20 per person each way
Additional Information

Embark on a half-day guided walk on Banks Peninsula, a magnificent extinct volcano just 30 minutes from Christchurch. Revel in world-class vistas and explore some of New Zealand’s most breathtaking coastlines with a knowledgeable local guide.
Godley Head offers a stunning coastal trail with awe-inspiring views of the Pacific Ocean and Lyttelton Harbour….

Location
Godley Head
575 Summit Road, Banks Peninsula
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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C5763mwamandaf
Aug 26, 2025
Nicole and Emma from Crater Rim Walks were fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, and full of great insights. They showed - We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Nicole and Emma from Crater Rim Walks Christchurch! Their knowledge, enthusiasm and genuine passion for the area made this such a memorable afternoon. The walk was not only beautiful but also so informative — we learned fascinating insights and got to experience places and stories we never would have discovered on our own as regular tourists. Nicole and Emma went above and beyond, pointing out hidden gems, sharing history and nature knowledge, and even giving us great tips on other places to visit and eat in Christchurch. They are warm, friendly, and made us feel so welcome from the very beginning. If you’re looking for something unique, personal and truly unforgettable in Christchurch, don’t miss a tour with Crater Rim Walks — it’s an absolute must-do!
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N2909ozmichellew
Aug 5, 2025
Explore more - Great activity to explore more of the area and learn another part of its history. Wonderful view. Nicole and her team are friendly, accommodating and very informative. Options offerred to adapt or extend the walk to my needs and expectations appreciated.
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M9718wmkarenb
May 29, 2025
REALLY enjoyable - We had the most glorious weather for this tour... and we didn't even have to pay extra. ;-) It was SO enjoyable and beautiful. The hike was moderate and not exhausting and we all really enjoyed it. Nicole was a friendly and engaging guide. This is a great activity and way to see the area and hear about the history.
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Brian_b
Apr 19, 2025
Great way to explore the Banks Peninsula - We loved this tour with Nicole. The perfect blend of informative and friendly. The scenery was breathtaking and the tour was very well planned out. They have thought of it all when it comes to what you needed for the day. Walking sticks, a handy backpack to carry a delicious healthy prepared lunch, fresh fruit, and protein bites. The tour also included a souvenir New Zealand water canteen that we were able to keep. This was one of the most thought out and thoughtful tours we have ever been on.
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Brian
Apr 11, 2025
Morning hike - Stunning views - we lucked out with beautiful weather. Heidi was a great guide and took great care of us. We learned lots of history both ancient and more recently.
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Arunad92
Mar 9, 2025
The crater walk - The walk with Nicole was a pleasant experience. The whole walk was paced easy. She gave us ample chance to take pics. It was great
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Debbiecm7153be
Mar 4, 2025
Best Crater Rim Walk Ever! - I would highly recommend the Crater Rim Walk. The walk is invigorating.. just the perfect amount of steepness to get a good bit of exercise along with incredible views. What made our hike the best was our guide Dee. She was incredibly cheerful, thoughtful and fun! We really appreciated all of her extra efforts towards all members of the group. Thank you!!!
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Susan_g
Feb 26, 2025
Amazing Scenery and Interesting History - There are gradual ups and downs but nothing overly strenuous if you are in decent shape. It is absolutely gorgeous and worth it.
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Leigh_k
Feb 23, 2025
Beautiful Views! - We did this our first morning in New Zealand and it was a great walk and beautiful views! Our guide Helen was fantastic! Definitely recommend!
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Cathybh5396gc
Feb 20, 2025
Amazing day for a hike. - My husband and I went on this hike as part of our last full day in New Zealand. It was a perfect day for it weather wise. Heidi was a wonderful and knowledgeable guide. The hike itself was not difficult for us (we are from Colorado, USA). The first part of the hike was the most challenging, however the views were remarkable and totally worth it. I highly recommend this hike or another one that Heidi organizes for the future. Thank you again.
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From $148
up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).