Rock Climbing Christchurch

Spend a day on the Port Hills at one of Christchurch’s most spectacular climbing areas. If you’re entirely new to climbing and want to give it a go or, a seasoned climber looking for some local tips, this is the trip for you.

• Visit Port Hills
• Explore Lyttelton
• Local guide
• Spectacular scenery
• Climbing 2000+ routes
• Have a go at abseiling.
• All gear & safety equipment provided

Morning – scenic drive & rock climbing

From the city centre, it’s a 30-minute drive up to the rock climbing area. The drive up the hill will take you through some of Christchurch’s most affluent suburbs, affording uninterrupted views from the Pacific Ocean to the Southern Alps in the west. The climbing areas are scattered across the summit of an enormous extinct volcano that formed Banks Penninsula and Lyttelton Harbour. With over 2000 established climbing routes, Christchurch is one of the largest and most popular climbing areas in New Zealand. From the car park, it’s only a short walk to the crag (climbing area). Your guide will set up the ropes and give you a safety briefing and belay lesson before you start your first climb. Once you feel confident with the climbing systems, your guide will help you improve your climbing. Throughout the day, your guide will continue to set up climbs that will be challenging, achievable and safe for the group. We will have lunch at the crag overlooking either Christchurch City or Lyttelton Harbour.

Afternoon – Abseiling & Rock Climbing

After lunch, we have a go at abseiling (controlled lower) where you will have the opportunity to lower yourself off one of the crags. If you’re keen on some more climbing or abseiling your guide will be happy to find the perfect spot to finish the day.