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Come and enjoy at your stay at 219 on Johns, a friendly motel and holiday park. On the outskirts of Christchurch just 5 mins to the Airport, Willowbank Wildlife Park, Antarctic Center, The Goynes Reserve. Our Park has Family & Studio Motel units, Tourist flats, Camper van or Caravan sites and tent sites. Our Campground is opposite the Groynes, one of Christchurch's top recreation areas. Close by are the Clearwater Golf Resort, Antarctic Centre, Willowbank Wildlife Park, Mc Lean’s Island & Orana Wildlife Park. We are also handy to Woodford Glen Raceway and Ruapuna Speedway.
219 On Johns Motel & Holiday Park Local attractions:
Punting on the Avon
Sink back into the velvet cushions of your boat as the Edwardian punter gently glides you down the Avon River, on a 30 minute guided punt tour through the beautiful historic inner city of Christchurch.
Gondola
A spectacular ride far above the city, your 4 person cabin lifts you gently up to 500m (1500ft) above sea level. Stunning 360° views extend over Pegasus Bay and the Pacific Ocean to Kaikoura; over Banks Peninsula, Lake Ellesmere and Lyttleton Harbour, and across the Canterbury Plains to the Southern Alps.
Dolphins at Diamond Harbour
Black cat cruises operate the swimming with the Hector's dolphin experience on Akaroa Harbour. Up to 1 hour is spent swimming with the dolphins. Wetsuits, masks and snorkels are provided.
Adrenalin Forest
Adrenalin forest has 6 pathways from 1.5 meters to 20 meters high. There are many activities, the course takes an average of 3 hours to complete. It is suitable for a wide range of ages and fitness levels. A great family activity.
Rock Climbing - Roxx
A state of the art climbing facility open 7 days a week, a full range of hire equipment available. Features terrain to challenge all ages and abilities. Also home to Clip 'N Climb ... an exciting new concept in indoor climbing.
Action Indoor Dirt Track Go Carts
An Indoor Race Track based on clay surface, track can be set up as oval or cornered track, banked corners, timed races or laps with printouts of results and with visual display. Casual rides and group bookings. Open from 10am until late 7 days a week.
Akaroa
75 kilometres from Christchurch, a historic French settlement nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano. Colonial architecture, craft stores, and cafés. Relax in the sun at French Bay, or find a secluded beach. Go cruising on the harbour; view the stunning wildlife including the Hectors dolphins.
Hanmer Springs
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa is a world class spa experience set in a unique alpine environment. Just 90 minutes from Christchurch, nestled in the magnificent South Island high country. Experience the benefits of the natural mineral waters and clean, clear alpine air.
Clearwater Golf ResortClearwater Golf Resort
Set within 465 acres and just minutes from the Motel, New Zealand's premier lifestyle resort has something for everyone. Play the 18 hole HSBC NZ PGA Championship golf course enjoy the driving range, tennis courts, walking trails, on site fly fishing, or try your hand at archery. Explore the nine kilometres of walking tracks which span the perimeter of the golf course, adjacent farmlands and ecological heritage sites.
Orana Park
New Zealand’s only open range wildlife and conservation centre speicalising in endangered African and New Zealand Animals. Sited on 80 hectares the park is home to more than 400 animals from 70 countries. Attractions include hand feeding Giraffes, meet Rhinos face to face, See lions and tigers feeding, enjoy native NZ animals including the Kiwi.