Christchurch Gondola Tickets

About this experience

A ticket for the Christchurch Gondola gives you a place on a 10-minute guided cable car journey to the summit of Mount Cavendish in the Port Hills, departing from 10 Bridle Path Road, Christchurch, New Zealand. The gondola climbs to around 500 metres above sea level, and throughout the ascent the operator's cable car carries guests across a route that opens up views of the Canterbury Plains, Lyttelton Harbour, and the Southern Alps. It is one of the most visited Christchurch attractions, combining a straightforward aerial journey with a range of facilities at the summit terminal. At the summit, the host provides access to open-air viewing decks, a network of walking tracks across the Port Hills, a café, and the Discovery Ride, a heritage-themed ride in which a guide traces the geological and human history of the Canterbury region. The Discovery Ride is included as part of the summit experience. Each ticket covers the return cable car journey and full access to the summit complex, including the viewing decks, walking tracks, and the Discovery Ride. Multiple departure times are available throughout the day, and the gondola operates in most weather conditions, though the summit experience varies with visibility. Vehicles are not sold through this listing. Any vehicle used during the experience is supplied by the operator and returned at the end.

Highlights

• Ride the gondola to the summit and enjoy access to panoramic viewing decks, walking tracks, and the Discovery Ride. Cabins seat up to four people.
• Take in sweeping views of Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour, and the Pacific Ocean from the summit’s viewing platforms.
• Wander along scenic walking tracks that begin at the summit, perfect for a short stroll or a longer adventure.
• Experience the Christchurch Discovery Ride and follow an immersive audiovisual journey through the region’s history.
• Refuel with a bite at the Red Rock Café or browse unique souvenirs at the Shop at the Top, both at the summit.
• Free parking is available at the base station for added convenience.

What is included

• Gondola ride to the summit station
• Panoramic viewing decks access
• Walking tracks from the summit
• Entry to Christchurch Discovery Ride
• Access to Red Rock Café
• Access to the Shop at the Top gift store

Not included

• Meals and drinks (available for purchase at the café and bar)
• Souvenirs and gifts (available for purchase at the gift shop)
• Round-trip transfers to the Gondola base station (shuttle and public bus available at extra cost)
• Wheelchair access on the Gondola Shuttle bus (not available)
• Private group bookings for meals (available at extra cost for groups of 20+)

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.