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What to expect from Christchurch in August

Lucy Pascual
May 17, 2024

Christchurch in August means the end of winter, but it’s still a winter lover’s dream with temperatures ranging between 2°c and 12.5°c. Christchurch is the perfect place to explore the South Island’s scenery and natural land, with snow covered mountains and refreshing air adding to the wintery vibe.

Alpine Adventures

One of the best local tours during this month is the amazing Mount Cook Day Tour. Starting at Christchurch, this adventure takes you through the Canterbury Plains and into the centre of the Southern Alps.

Mount Cook – also known as Aoraki – is New Zealand's tallest mountain and the tour of this spectacular peak has gorgeous views of the snow covered ranges, alpine lakes and glaciers.

Along the way, you’ll stop at Lake Tekapo, which is famous for its clear waters and unfettered views of the Southern Alps. You can also visit the Church of the Good Shepherd, which is an amazing location for Insta-worthy pics.

While at Mount Cook National Park, you can take short strolls or explore the Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre, where you can learn about the region's climbing history. This tour is perfect if you want to experience New Zealand's beauty up close, from a great angle.

If you’re after something more relaxing, the Hanmer Springs Day Tour is a great choice. Famous for its thermal pools, Hanmer Springs is a calm retreat in the hills and the naturally heated mineral pools are the most soothing way to relax, especially during the cold winter months.

This blissful tour also includes a drive through North Canterbury, with an optional stop at a famous local winery. Hanmer Springs gives you relaxation and adventure, with spa treatments and outdoor activities like forest walks and jet boating.

August Attractions

If you love Christchurch in August and want to keep it beautiful for future generations, the Go Green Expo is a great event to visit this month. This free expo showcases the latest and greatest environmental innovations from around the globe.

If you’re a lover of literature, then check out the WORD Christchurch Festival and meet some of your favourite authors or get to know some new ones to add to your collection. For everything else, there’s our Things To Do in Christchurch page, which is full of fun activities.

If you're travelling at any other times, you can check out Christchurch in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

AUTHOR PROFILE
Lucy Pascual
Lucy is a true-blue Aussie living in Far North Queensland. When she's not writing, she spends her time travelling to Australia's top destinations, aiming to see as much of the country as possible so she can share its best locations with her readers.

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