• Helicopter service, Christchurch airport, Taunton Gardens, Akaroa and wonderful scenic    experience of the many attractive bays of Banks Peninsula

• Taunton Gardens- approx 5 acres featuring a huge diversity of plants from all over the world    more>>
• River jet boating, mountain biking, tramping
• Day tour to Akaroa via the scenic Summit Road
• Nine hole Golf Course - 15 minutes drive, next to Orton Bradley park a good place to visit and    have a picnic
• Bush walks and challenging walking trails
• 3km scenic tranquil beach walking track
• Cycling track
• Deep sea fishing from Lyttelton
• Inspiring landscapes and subjects for artists
• 3km to Governors Bay Hotel and She Cafe
• 10 km to Godley House in Diamond Harbour and drives passing through lovely bays
• 12 km to Lyttelton
• 12 km to Cashmere (Christchurch), many cafes and restaurants
• Magnificent scenic Summit Road drive, with panoramic views of the city and southern alps.  
•  Lyttelton- a volcanic inlet and Christchurch's active seaport- only 10 minutes away from Taunton