Step ashore and experience the wild beauty of Godley Head on a full-day guided walk through one of Christchurch's most spectacular natural landscapes, just 20 minutes from Lyttelton Port.
Explore dramatic coastal scenery, native wildlife, and fascinating local history while taking in breathtaking views across the Pacific Ocean and Lyttelton Harbour.
Need to know
Distance
9 kms / 5.5 miles
Elevation
350 metres / 1150 feet
Departure/Return time
Departing from and returning to Lyttelton Port 9 am - 3 pm daily
Duration
6 hours (3.5 hours walking)
Difficulty
Easy - Moderate
Meeting Place
Norwich Quay opposite Canterbury Street, Lyttelton. Free shuttle available from ship.
Group size
Small group tours of 2-12 people for a personalized experience
Minimum age
12 years & over for the group walk
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation within 24 hours of departure
What the tour includes
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Return transportation from your Christchurch city accommodation
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Experienced local guide
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Walking poles
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Day bag to use during the walk
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Stainless steel souvenir drink bottle to keep
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Hot drinks at a local café
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Light refreshments, including fresh fruit and trail snacks
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Picnic Lunch
Highlights
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One of Christchurch's most spectacular coastal walks
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Breathtaking Pacific Ocean and Lyttelton Harbour views
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Historic WWII gun emplacements
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Scott's Cabin / Antarctica heritage
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Wildlife spotting opportunities, including seals and dolphins
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Lunch at a secluded beach overlooking the ocean
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Small-group guided experience
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Easy walking, well-formed tracks
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30 minutes from Christchurch
What to expect
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6 hours (3.5 hours walking)
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9 kms / 5.5 miles
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350 metres / 1150 feet
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Level: Easy - Moderate
Experience the spectacular scenery of Godley Head on a full-day guided coastal walk designed exclusively for cruise ship guests visiting Lyttelton Port. This small-group experience combines breathtaking coastal landscapes, fascinating history, native wildlife, and the warm hospitality of a knowledgeable local guide.
After meeting your guide at the port, travel through the seaside suburb of Sumner and enjoy a café stop overlooking the Pacific Ocean before continuing to Taylors Mistake Beach, where the walk begins. Set within the dramatic landscape of an ancient extinct volcano, the scenic loop track follows rugged coastal cliffs and sweeping harbour views, taking in restored WWII gun emplacements, Scott's Cabin, and panoramic vistas across Pegasus Bay, Lyttelton Harbour, and the Southern Alps.
Along the way, enjoy snacks and a gourmet picnic lunch while keeping an eye out for seals, dolphins, and native birdlife. Your guide will share stories of the region's history, wildlife, and volcanic landscape, bringing this remarkable corner of Banks Peninsula to life.
With approximately 9 km of walking and around 3.5 hours on well-formed tracks, this relaxed experience offers plenty of time to enjoy the scenery, take photographs, and immerse yourself in one of Christchurch's most spectacular coastal environments before returning to Lyttelton Port.
** Guests with a later ship departure may choose to be dropped in central Christchurch after the walk to explore the city independently before returning to the port by bus or taxi.
