Duvauchelle Things to Do

Taking advantage of the micro-climate of the spectacular Banks Peninsula, French Farm recreates a corner of France above the harbour. Established in 1989, the northward facing vineyards are ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir v... more

The historic, stone, Lyttelton Timeball Station, on a hill overlooking Christchurch's picturesque Lyttelton Harbour, was built in an era when the region's only links with the outside world were by sea. For over 50 years, from 1... more

There is something for everyone at Orton Bradley Park, a private, working, farm park overlooking picturesque Lyttelton Harbour, 26 kilometers from Christchurch. The park's facilities include tennis courts, a golf club, children... more

Explore the varied beauty of Banks Peninsula on this award-winning walk. Your journey will take you along spectacular headlands, past sheltered bays and nature reserves, through native forest and farmlands. Cozy huts and cottag... more

Akaroa township celebrates its heritage as the site of an early French settlement. This tour can bring you closer to that culture, as well as the great natural beauty of Akaroa Harbour. After following the scenic route over the... more

This unique museum is set in the beautiful landscape of Banks Peninsula. The exhibits draw together New Zealand's fascinating Maori culture and colonial history. The collection of rare Maori artefacts is of particular importanc... more

The scene of the only French settlement effort in New Zealand, Akaroa has a fascinating history. You can explore this history, and its effect on the local culture, at the Akaroa Museum. Encompassing three historic buildings--th... more

Guarding the approaches to Lyttelton Harbour, this small (1.5 hectare) island has a long history as a fortress. Kai Tahu Maori established a musket pa (fortified village) here in the early 1800s. Europeans later used it as a qu... more

 Real Travelers who've been here

Gypsy Jan said

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Take a voyage on the "Long Harbour". From the historic French settlement of Akaroa, the 15 metre Canterbury Cat catamaran takes you to the outer edge of Banks Peninsula, where sheer cliffs plummet to the sea and rolling swells... more