Top Tips How to treat yourself in Mid Canterbury
How to Treat Yourself In Mid Canterbury
Go on, treat yourself
Mid Canterbury offers memories that will last a lifetime. Whether you prefer adventure or relaxation, there's something for everyone to indulge.
Float into the sky
Take in sweeping views across the Canterbury Plains, rising to the Southern Alps, stretching to Aoraki Mount Cook, and east to the Pacific coastline. It’s a vantage point that captures the essence of the region - vast, dramatic, unforgettable.
This is an experience that lingers, a moment when the scale of the landscape invites you to pause, breathe, and simply take it all in.
Soak at the Foothills of the Southern Alps
Feel stress drift away as you soak in solar‑warmed pools inspired by Mid Canterbury’s braided rivers, all framed by the Southern Alps. At Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa, relaxation takes many forms, from family time and playful exploration to quiet moments at the poolside bar. Step into their day spa and let expert hands restore balance, leaving you refreshed, connected, and completely at ease.
Take a Scenic Flight
Soar over the Mid Canterbury plains and mountains with a scenic flight. Whether you prefer helicopter or private plane, you're sure to make memories that you'll never forget.
Heli Rural Methven offers a range of scenic flights around the broader Methven area, starting from a 12 minute excursion to a 2 hour trip.
Or start from the heart of the South Island and fly with Lake Heron Air to witness views over some of New Zealand's most rugged alpine scenery.