Where exactly does the shuttle depart from?

There are two boarding points: the Canterbury Museum entrance on Rolleston Ave, and outside the new Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre. You can join at either stop.

What are the shuttle departure times?

From the Canterbury Museum entrance: 11:00, 12:00, 13:30, 14:30, and 15:30 daily, plus 10:00 from November to March. From the Visitors Centre: 11:30, 14:00, and 15:00 daily, plus 10:30 from November to March.

Do my children need a ticket?

Children aged four and under enter free of charge. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

Do I need to print my ticket?

No — a mobile ticket is perfectly fine. Simply have it ready on your phone when you board.

What happens if the weather is bad?

The shuttle is all-weather, so light rain is not a problem. In cases of extreme weather conditions, the activity may be cancelled for safety reasons.

How many people fit on each shuttle?

Each shuttle accommodates up to 20 passengers, so it stays an intimate, comfortable experience.

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Duration

1 hour

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

Instant confirmation

Mobile ticket

Why book with us

Admission included — nothing extra to pay at the gate
Multiple daily departures from two entry points give you real flexibility
Children four and under ride free, making it genuinely family-friendly
Rated 4.2/5 by over 280 travellers — a consistently well-loved experience
Instant confirmation means your spot is secured the moment you book

What's included

Garden admission

Electric caterpillar shuttle ride through all 10 garden zones

Live commentary from an English-speaking guide

Not included

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Meeting point

Christchurch Botanic Gardens, Rolleston Ave, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, New Zealand

Shuttles depart from two points: the Canterbury Museum entrance and outside the Botanic Gardens Visitors Centre. Check the departure schedule for your preferred time — no need to print your ticket, simply present it on your mobile device.

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What to bring

Mobile ticket (no printing required)
Sun protection on fine days
A light layer — the shuttle is open to the gardens and can be breezy

Know before you go

In extreme weather conditions, the shuttle service may be cancelled.

Children four years old and under travel free but must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times.

Each shuttle holds a maximum of 20 passengers.

Additional November–March morning departures run at 10:00 (Canterbury Museum) and 10:30 (Visitors Centre).

Good to know

Group sizeUp to 20 per shuttle

Commentary languageEnglish

Suitable forFamilies, couples, solo travellers

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