Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sights with Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Whole experience was wonderful thanks yo our driver who provided excellent info and stops were wonderful. Highlight wax the Reserve again excellent guide who provided a great knowledge of all animals!

This is a big bus tour driving through the city. Cannot see what the driver is describing with many on/off stops. Didn’t appreciate having to search for lunch and hurry to eat. The ONLY reason the tour received 3 stars is the wildlife preserve. Did not have 2 hours at this stop as described.

We had an amazing experience on this tour. It was incredibly well-organised and in-depth, providing us with a wonderful overview of Christchurch and its unique charm. Our tour guide, Joseph, was outstanding. His knowledge and passion for the area stood out, and you could tell he genuinely loved sharing his hometown with us. Growing up in the area gave him a unique perspective, and he offered insights we weren’t expecting – adding a personal touch to the experience. One of the highlights was the Riverside Markets, where we enjoyed a lovely lunch and had the chance to explore the vibrant stalls. It was a great way to soak up the local atmosphere before moving on to the main attraction – the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. The wildlife reserve was absolutely incredible, and although two hours didn’t feel quite long enough, it was sufficient to see around 90% of the animals. It left us wanting more, and we would definitely come back to spend even more time there. Another great perk was the free shuttle from the cruise terminal at Lyttelton, which made getting to the tour hassle-free. Overall, it was a fantastic day out, and we would do it all again with Leisure Tours! Highly recommended.