Packages
SHORT BREAK PACKAGE
Quiet relaxing surroundings with a rural outlook
Friendly hospitality with considerate hosts
1 night QUEEN B&B NZ$90, single NZ$50
2 nights or more, NZ$80 B&B dble, single NZ$45
Dinner NZ$30 per person: lunch negotiable
NZ$ = approx AU$ 0.85 or US$ 0.48
For exact exchange rates go here.
Cancellation Policy
CONDUCTED FARM PACKAGE TRIP (price on request)
In hosts vehicle, (full or part day) observing first hand the varied kinds of Mid Canterbury farming.
In season many types of irrigation and witnessing the engineering feats that supply water to farms.
With prior notice a farm visit can be arranged with a sheep shearing demonstration, deer fed, and a sheep dog worked.
SKY HIGH PACKAGE including all, or some, of the following:
* ½ -1hr scenic flight
* Landlubbers watch tower – climb to the top of the Church tower
* Hot Air Ballooning
Prices available on request
PROFITABLE PETS
* Alpacas
* Miniature horses
GONE FISHING
Fishing for trout or salmon in the many rivers and streams in MidCanterbury - available only in season, guides can be arranged
All packages require prior notification and some are dependent on the weather
ACTIVITIES | there are a number of activities available in the district:
* Kayaking
* White water rafting / absailing
* Jet boating
* Horse trekking
* Bush walks
* Skiing - Mt Hutt is 25 minutes drive away
* Ski bus (in ski season)
* Hot air ballooning
* Golf courses
* Tandem Horse racing
* Fishing / Guided fishing tours can be arranged
* Great gardens
* Award winning restaurants
* Wine tasting
* Leisurely shopping
SIGHTSEEING - Mid Canterbury's economy is based on farming and a day sightseeing, looking at the huge dairy expansion, the different types of irrigation systems, the patchwork quilt effects with the different types of crops, and the beauty of the Rakaia Gorge, make a day's tour of the region with Ken and Valmai a great experience.
KEN'S FISHING
Ken's past-time is fishing for trout (mainly spin or trolling in his boat) and salmon.
While not claiming to be an expert, he's just a good, keen fisherman, and happy to show like-minded people to favourite fishing spots.
A professional guide can be arranged if required.
The Rakaia and Rangitata Rivers, both world renowned, for salmon, are 20 minutes drive away. Ken has a 4-wheel drive vehicle for easier access to rivers.
Keppoch B&B Ashburton New Zealand