Waimakariri is located minutes north of Christchurch. Visit Waimakariri and stay in the peace and tranquility of the countryside with accommodation near Christchurch.

Waimakariri is becoming known for the arts,  food and wine and the great outdoors activities that you can experience from the coast to the mountains.

Enjoy the friendly hospitality of the people of Waimakariri and stay in accommodation near Christchurch that will suit all budgets; including bed and breakfasts, luxury lodges, motels, farm stays, holiday parks and a backpacker hostel.

Waimakariri hosts a range of quality events: Kaiapoi Art Expo, Kaiapoi River Carnival, Farmers' Markets in Rangiora, Oxford, Ohoka and Kaiapoi, Canterbury Rodeo, Pegasus NZ Womens' Golf Open, Swannanoa Country Fair, Muscle Car Madness and the Northern A & P Show along with many more throughout the year.

Discover and experience the essence of Waimakariri's country lifestyle district.