CHRISTCHURCH · GONDOLA TOURS
The rides worth taking, reviewed.
The 6 christchurch gondola tours travellers reach for first, set side by side. How long the ride lasts, what you glide past or rise above, who runs it, and what a seat costs.
A full-day Christchurch combo: ride the historic tram hop-on hop-off loop, then take the gondola up Mount Cavendish for big views and time at the summit.
Most Popular“Beautiful and amazing experience. Great Cafe and Tram captains sense of humor was awesome! Will definitely visit again. Sending love and blessings from Far North, Whangarei”
Hop on a vintage tram, get punted down the Avon River, then ride the Christchurch Gondola for 360-degree views from Port Hills.
“Awesome Way to get around the City and explore some history”
Christchurch Gondola ride to Port Hills for 360 views, the Discovery Ride, and snacks at Red Rock Café, $25 per person.
“It was a very nice trip. The 360° view from the Red Rock Cafe was beautiful, when the fog was gone :) the hiking tracks are great and it was the perfect spot for my proposal :)”
Ride the Christchurch Gondola to Mt Cavendish crater rim for panoramic views, a history film, nature walks, and optional Avon River punting.
“Go early as less people and well worth the trip. The city bus is an easy way to get there from Littleton or Christchurch.”
Edwardian punt on the Avon River plus the Christchurch Gondola for 360° Alpine views, Discovery ride, and Red Rock Café.
“we qalked from our hotel. both punt ride and gondal ride were within an easy walking distance. the operator, James was entertaining and infotmstive. A calming, serene lush surrounding. love those trees! the views from the top of gondala ride was spectacular. amaxing blue water lakes!! A great experience.”
Private 8-hour Christchurch day tour with Gondola views, Lyttelton Harbour, Sumner Beach, Botanic Gardens, and optional Antarctic Centre and museums.
“It is a great tour; a good way to experience Christchurch in a single day. A lot of nice photo opportunities.”
Canal gondolas and sky gondolas, candlelit drifts and summit climbs, in the places that do them best.
