Things to do nearby
South Canterbury adventures
& experiences
After a few days relaxing on the land, you may feel the call of adventure.
South Canterbury is a natural playground, with white water rafting and fly fishing on the Rangitata, hunting in the high country, private horse trekking, and skiing in season. If relaxation is more your thing, book into the local day spa, and explore the picturesque local communities.
Your remote concierge can arrange any of these adventures for you.
White Water Rafting
Rafting trips on the Rangitata include the highest grade commercially rafted rapids in the world. If you're over 14, you can test your nerve on Grade 4/5 rapids on a torrent fed by ice plateaus through the Rangitata Gorge. Grade 2 rapids on the lower Rangitata are gentler family fun. All gear supplied.
Rural charm
Country towns & historic stations
Geraldine
23 kilometres away, a 15-minute drive south of Peel Forest, Geraldine was established as a sawmilling settlement in the 1850s. Over the years it's grown into a charming country town with tree-lined streets on the banks of the Waihi River. There's a cluster of galleries, cafés, and gourmet food producers including a cheese shop, gin distillery, and Barkers of Geraldine. The Geraldine Domain playground will be a hit with the kids.
Local flavours
South Canterbury
producers to try
Café Verde
This charming café is your hosts' favourite place to grab brunch or a coffee in all of New Zealand. A beautiful garden café in Geraldine's old telephone exchange building, with delicious food. Pull up a wicker chair on the veranda, smell the roses, and order from the seasonal brunch and lunch menu.
