Lyttelton Shore Excursion -Guided Hiking Tour Packhorse Hut
Lyttelton Shore Excursion -Guided Hiking Tour Packhorse Hut
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On this stunning journey to Packhorse Hut, we visit all four of the historic “rest houses” that were once part of a grand walking experience over the Port Hills. The hut is situated on a saddle above Lyttelton Harbour with unforgettable views of the Harbour and Banks Penninsula.
This scenic drive and walking tour start in Christchurch by driving up the Port Hills following the historical track up Dyer’s Pass road before heading south along Summit Road to Gebbies Pass.
Our walk starts and finishes at Gebbie’s pass, is approximately 11km (6.8 Mi) and takes most groups 3-4 hrs of walking to reach the hut and return to Gebbie’s Pass.
The track follows a gravel road before heading into pine forests. After 45mins we break out of the trees into open tussock grasslands. Reaching Packhorse Hut, you will time to explore the area while your guide prepares lunch.
On the return journey, we return to Gebbies Pass then follow the scenic coastal road back to Christchurch.
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Christchurch(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeYour tour begins with with short drive through some of the industrial areas and affluent suburbs of Christchurch. We avoided the city centre and headed up Dyres Pass onto the Port Hills.Sign of the Takahe(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeOn the drive, you will pass by the Sign Of The Takahe (a historic stone rest house). It is the original starting point of the walking track to Packhorse Hut.Sign of the Bellbird
30 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStop for morning tea at this historic stone rest house nestled in native bush. There are often many native birds and stunning views across greater Canterbury.Packhorse Hut
5 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYour guide will take you along the Te Ara Pataka track to Packhorse Hut. There are lots of opportunities to stop for photos, and observe the farm animals or enjoy the uninterrupted view of Lyttelton Harbour and Banks Peninsula. Arriving at the hut your guide will prepare lunch and hot drinks. The tour returns back the same track to the car park at Gebbies Pass and the far end of the harbour.Governors Bay(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeOn the return journey to Lyttelton, you will travel the coastal road around Lyttelton Harbour passing through the small settlements of Governors Bay, Rapaki Bay & Cass Bay.Sign of the Kiwi Cafe
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeStop for photos & toilet breakSummit Road
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeYou will drive to the the start of the hiking track via Summit Road. See Christchurch and the Canterbury plains, Lyttelton harbour from high up on Port Hills. Your guide will stop at various locations along the road for you to enjoy the view and snap a photo.
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