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Activities 1 Kayak tour 1 Nature Cruise 2 Farm tour 3 Walking and hiking 3 Mountain biking 4 4WD -ATV adventure 4 clay target shooting 5 massage 5 YOgA 6 cooking classes 7 Scenic helicopter tours 9 luxury vehicle tours 11 local nature tours 12 LOCaL Art classes
Enjoy Kayaking This excursion showcases the best of our waters... the coast Pigeon Bay and coastal Banks Peninsula. Tailored to guest’s fitness and weather conditions, your personal guide will share the natural beauty, key points of interest including flora, fauna, historical sites and fascinating geology as well as the abundant sea life of birds, seals, penguins $845 for 2 people and dolphins. Time permitting, guests $75 per additional person may be able to enjoy hand-line fishing or Duration 2-3 hours gathering local kaimoana (seafood) off the rocks. On your return, you can download Transfers included photos from the guide as mementos. Nature cruise $1600 Private charter, max 10 people Duration 2 hours ( 2hr on water ) Transfers included Available October-June Explore the surrounding sparkling turquoise waters and native sea life aboard a comfortable powerboat 41 feet long designed for all conditions. Annandale’s coast boasts fur seals sunbathing in their natural habitat, bird colonies of all varieties, and is the playground of little blue penguins and friendly Hectors dolphins - the smallest and rarest dolphin in the world! This excursion is a great way to create memories together, experience the sea life and view the fascinating volcanic topography that created Banks Peninsula millions of years ago.
experience our farm... FARM tours Enjoy a guided tour of the Annandale farm. Taking you over rugged tracks whilst $300 for 2 people ( minimum 2) experiencing views on some of the higher, more scenic locations on the farm. $150 per person ( maximum 4) Your tour will incorporate visiting the historic woolshed, seeing livestock up close Duration 2 hours and experiencing some of the practical sides of a working farm. This includes a Available October - June scenic morning/afternoon tea stop.
discover our trails Walking Annandale boasts many Mountain Leisurely ride around Pigeon Bay and hiking spectacular tracks, varying in length and terrain. We invite biking from the Homestead, or discover the farm roads from Shepherd’s you to roam the property, Cottage and beyond. We have enjoying the views. Trails complimentary mountain bikes vary from moderate to more Duration at your leisure and trail maps for your use. challenging fitness levels and Duration at your leisure maps are provided in your villa.
ADVENTURE Awaits 4wd-atv Enjoy an off road adventure clay target Clay-shooting tests the reflexes adventure on 4WD all-terrain vehicles over farm tracks and open shooting like no other sport. What better place to enjoy a shoot than in paddocks. Fully guided on one of Annandale’s valleys, led tracks which take in the by one of Canterbury’s most $430 per person ( 2 minimum) $380 per additional person ( 5 maximum) dramatic farm landscapes of experienced gun club instructors. Duration 2 hours Annandale, we offer trails to suit both beginner and $245 per person ( minimum 2) Minimum age of 12yr ( with an adult) experienced riders. Includes *25 clay targets $40 per additional box* Duration 1 hour Minimum age of 8yr ( with an adult)
Relax and restore massage Indulge yourself with a luxury massage treatment of your choice in the comfort and privacy of your villa. Our qualified masseuse will be happy to discuss and tailor $285 per person ( minimum 2) treatment to your preference. What better way could there be Duration 1 hour+ to relax and unwind. yoga Annandale has qualified yoga instructors in a variety of styles. Yoga mats available in villa. Please enquire for further details. Pricing upon request Duration 1 hour+
Tricks of the trade COOKING CLASSES cooking class Refine your culinary skills at a hands- on private cookery class with our chef. Specifically tailored to your interests, it includes recipes, a chilled beverage and tasty morsels to take for your personal enjoyment in your villa. $195 per person ( minimum 2) Duration 2 hours Unavailable 15 Dec - 15 Jan Locavore –_ Our Farm to Table Philosophy A ‘locavore’ has a passion for finding produce in season from local sources and artisan producers. Working with ingredients from the Annandale farm and edible gardens, our chef will take guests through growing cycles, flavour combinations and techniques. These cooking demonstrations are followed by a shared lunch that will be matched with South Island wines or craft beer. $280 per person ( minimum 2) Duration 2 hours Unavailable 15 Dec - 15 Jan
EXPlORE the region with Scenic Helicopter tours Annandale offers many different options, from a lunch excursion to a North Canterbury vineyard to a full day alpine tour of the mountains as far away as Fiordland. Harbour Excursion fishing expeditions Banks Peninsula and Akaroa in Canterbury rivers Depart directly from your villa From $2421 (EC120 Heli) Crossing the checkerboard of for a scenic flight above Banks Duration 20min+ the Canterbury Plains, to rolling Peninsula & Akaroa, landing for Transfers included foothills and into the steep shale- a picnic lunch with a view over streams of the Canterbury High Lyttleton Harbour or a stop in the Country. ‘Chappie’, who has been French-inspired town of Akaroa. fishing these tributaries for the best part of his lifetime, will guide you to the most coveted and magnificent sites, such as Braided From $8353 (EC 120 Heli) Esk and Hurunui Rivers, Poulter and Ant Streams, and the glistening Duration Full day Little Lake Mason. You’ll target Transfers included a variety of Brown and Rainbow Trout in the crystal-clear waters.
Aoraki Aoraki Mount Cook is New Zealand’s highest peak Kaikoura MT COOK standing at 3,724 meters. Marine Adventure and Lord of the Rings There are 27 other mountains in this alpine range that peak Cresting above the velvet forests and ashen tussock cover of Lake over 3,000 meters which Sumner Park. You’ll spot Hamner Springs Township. As you fly through combine to make a landscape the heart of North Canterbury watch the ground turn from lush green of truely epic proportions. circles to a spectrum of earthen tones, making a turn East to the peaks of Fly through Lord of the Rings the Seaward Kaikoura Range and down to the land. Swap helicopter for a country and follow in the plane, to watch as whales surface and playfully perform. Keep a look out footsteps of Gandalf at the for dolphins and seals too. spectactular site of Edoras, the capital of Rohan. This once in a lifetime adventure will create memories that will last ”an age of middle earth”. From $6,360 (EC 120 Heli) From $8,370 (EC 120 Heli) Duration Half day Duration Half day Transfers included Transfers included Mountain As you take off over the ever- changing patchwork quilt of the Canterbury Plains, follow the meandering braids of Waimakariri peaks River through the rolling foothills. Circle about the moonscape and World class Winery of limestone formations of Castle Hill, then gain 6000ft to land on Chest Peak. Decend into the Waipara region and marvel at the parrallel vines of world-class wineries like Black Estate. Enjoy a From $4620 (EC 120 Heli) world class dining experience and taste some of New Zealand’s Duration Half day most renowned wines. Transfers included
Your Personal Guide Off-site A ctivities with a Luxury vehicle and guide A friendly and knowledgeable guide is yours for the day. Explore Christchurch city, North Canterbury, scenic Governor’s Bay or any local region within a day’s journey. $1180 for a full day ( 2 people) $855 for a half day ( 2 people) Kayak the Swim with the Pohatu Marine Hector’s $2,040 for 2 people $525 per additional person Reserve Dolphins Duration 6-8 hour ( 2.5hr on water ) Enjoy nature up close with Your professional guide Includes Akaroa Visit the experienced local guides. will collect you from your Transfers included The outer coast of the Pohatu villa before departing for Marine Reserve is spectacular, the beautiful French-settled with towering sea cliffs sculpted town of Akaroa. Here you through the ages by the sea into will board your vessel to rock stacks, reefs and deep sea experience the worlds caves. Flea Bay Island and the $2040 for 2 people smallest and rarest dolphin impressive island arch make an $580 per additional person in its natural environment. added attraction in the settled Duration 6-8 hour ( 2hr on water ) This trip is only available sea conditions. This privately Includes Akaroa Visit in Akaroa’s volcanic Crater guided tour includes a visit to the Lake, located within its Transfers included beautiful French-settled Akaroa. sheltered harbour. This tour also includes time to explore all that Akaroa has to offer.
Sea to Summit by E-BIKE sailing Sojourn Traverse one of the most scenic roads Sailing the Akaroa harbour is an excellent in New Zealand! Our premium full alternative to a scheduled Nature Cruise, if day tour requires a decent level of guests are looking for the privacy of their own fitness and an appetite for exploration! charter. It is not uncommon for the Hector’s You will be rewarded with majestic Dolphin to swim alongside the boat and you views of the harbour, surrounding will see lots of other marine birds and wildlife bays, volcanic landscape and the along the journey. Your skipper Richard is well incredible views of the snow-capped versed in the rich history of the area. peaks of the Southern Alps and the Canterbury plains. Rise from Sea $2250 for 2 people ( 6 maximum) to Summit for the ultimate Ebike $580 per additional person $2110 for 2 people adventure! NOTE - this is not for $290 per additional person Duration 4-6 hour ( 5 maximum) beginners - You will need to have a Includes Akaroa Visit Duration 2 hour moderate level of biking experience to fully enjoy this adventure. Transfers included Transfers included
Meet the locals AKAROA History and Nature Tour A guided tour of Akaroa and surrounds with Conservationist and 7th generation local $1400 for 2 people Marie Haley. Learn about the geological and ecological foundations of Banks Peninsula. $250 per additional person Visit important historic sites and learn about the story of New Zealand interwoven with ( 8 maximum people) personal tales. A descendant of the original French settlers, Haley recounts the past, Duration 4-5 hour including tales of French and British settlers and Maori warriors, and lays out a vision Transfers included of a sustainable future. Learn about The Wildside Project that Haley is championing on the Banks Peninsula visit conservationist Hugh Wilson’s private Hinewai Reserve, both of which are bringing back native flora and fauna.
Raupo Coastal Farm E xperience ART classes Traveling to your villa, local acclaimed artist Anna Dalzell will teach you skills in capturing your favorite view or special memory. Working with pencil, charcoal Explore a neigbouring farm within a scenic 40mins or pastels, let your creativity sing. We are happy to post drive from Annandale. This guided tour is guaranteed to your art piece home or package it for you to take on impress those who enjoy walking, scenery and learning your travels. Price also includes your own beautiful gift about New Zealand farming and the history of the area. box of art supplies to keep. Guided by a 5th generation farmer, Andrew and joined by a couple of his farm dogs. You will experience ‘a day $395 for 1 person in the life’ of a sheep and beef farmer. This includes a $250 per additional person wholesome lunch in the farm kitchen. Duration 3-4 hours Booking Essential $1325 for 2 people $360 per additional person ( 4 maximum people) Duration 4-6 hour Transfers included
All prices quoted include NZ GST of 15%. For more information, Advanced booking is essential for the majority of activities. please contact us: Once a confirmation of the activity is provided by Annandale, the following cancellation policy applies: - Cancellation fee within 30 days of the activity: 25% of the total +64 (0)3 304 6841 - Cancellation fee within 7 days: 50% +64 (0) 27 566 8776 - Cancellation fee within 48 hours: 100% - Cancellation due to inclement weather or extenuating circumstances will be determined by the activity reservations@annandale.com operator and advised by Annandale. In such cases, a full refund will be issued with no cancellation fee. www.annandale.com
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