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Selwyn has plenty of nearby activities and locations to visit. Whether you're looking to head out for just one day or two or even three, check out some of our top recommended itineraries. 

3 Days

Food Lovers

Selwyn is home to some of the freshest experiences in the South Island. Fruit, vegetables, wine, beer, meats and cheese are all produced locally.

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1 Day

A Day of Adventure

Selwyn is right next door to Christchurch and is the perfect destination for a day trip into the mountains.

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3 Days

Weekend Getaway

The perfect mix of relaxation, adventure and nature exploration. From farm tours and jet boat rides to scenic walks and cozy evenings by the fire.

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1 Day

Escape from the city

Escape Christchurch and spend the day exploring Selwyn.

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2 Days

Selwyn's Great Alpine Highway

Explore the Great Alpine Highway. Travel across the Canterbury Plains, past stunning alpine vistas, lakes and rivers into Arthur’s Pass National Park.

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2 Days

2 Day Artscape

Visit Selwyn and explore the artistic delights the region has to offer.

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4 Days

Art & History

If you love stories of the past filled with moments of wonder, you will love this Art & History itinerary tour of Selwyn.

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4 Days

Winter Family Fun

Selwyn can be a winter wonderland! Make sure you’re wrapped up warm because you’ll find plenty of adventures to entertain the family.

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Other Selwyn Adventures

Our favourite playgrounds in Selwyn

Family Fun

Selwyn has some great playgrounds to explore this summer. Here are some of our favourites!

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Discover Selwyn's Best Birdwatching Spots

Family Fun, The Great Alpine Highway

Selwyn is a birdwatcher's paradise. We turned to a true expert, Peter Langlands who has been birdwatching for more than 40 years. Here’s his take on the best birdwatching spots in Selwyn!

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Instagram Worthy Spots in Selwyn

Family Fun

Wherever you find yourself in beautiful Selwyn, there'll be something to see that’s worth capturing. From natural wonders to historical sights and even cartoon-based sculptures, Selwyn has everything you need for epic additions to your Instagram page.

Here are just a few options to help you hit the ground running.

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Discover the Aurora Australis

Family Fun

Imagine standing beneath a star-studded sky where nature puts on a show of lights that feels like pure magic. The Aurora Australis, or the Southern Lights provides just that, a dazzling display of colours that turns the night into an art canvas!

And Selwyn, with its beautiful landscapes, provides the perfect front-row seat for this celestial show.

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Escape into nature at Forest Lodge

Ski Selwyn, Family Fun

If you are looking for the ultimate winter retreat, escape to Forest Lodge and skate upon a frozen lake. 

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Lake Coleridge's powerful history

Family Fun

Discover the history of New Zealand's first hydroelectric power station, it's village and arboretum. 

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