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Welcome to Cass Bay, a hidden gem nestled on the stunning Banks Peninsula in New Zealand. This page is your gateway to an array of exciting experiences and things to do in the area. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures like hiking, kayaking, or sailing, or prefer leisurely pursuits such as picnicking on the beach or exploring the local wildlife, Cass Bay has something for everyone. So, get ready to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of this charming destination and create unforgettable memories. Start planning your Cass Bay adventure now!
Great experience with beautiful views
This restaurant located in the corner of street. Yummy food and friendly staff. Because it's mainly offer southeast food, the overall taste is sour and sweet. Average cost per person is around $20 for a simple lunch. Highly recommend for the shrimp and kumara cake. All my families love it sooooo much.
We both really enjoyed our meal here. We had entrees and a main each. The mains were large, the ingredients all very fresh, and the fish tasted straight from sea to plate. Cant beat that taste. Plus the prices affordable for a couple of pensioners. We will definitely be going back!
Awesome day out,enjoy it so much i keep going back
Such a great experience with family or friends. While on the ferry, the views were fascinating and such a great adventure when we were in Quail Island. The staff were so nice and bubbly. Would love to do this again.
Was beautiful weather and awesome sight seeing
Great view, the time tunnel was a added bonus, really interesting
It was a great experience despite the snow showers and wind. Absolutely stunning view!!!! It was super easy to get to the it by getting the gondola shuttle in the city centre!
Beautiful view!
I went for a visit to the Christchurch gondola on a beautiful sunny day in January 2021. This was my first time visiting with my niece. We had a really lovely time taking photos and going for a wee walk while we were there. The views were breath taking and serene. This is a must when visiting Christchurch. We enjoyed refreshments and I a cheeky wine while gazing outside to the stunning views of the city. The staff were very friendly on arrival and provided very great customer service in the cafe. The Time Tunnel Experience was a bit disappointing. Maybe need to think about updating this, looks very out dated and the poor pronunciations of the Maori words. It would be nice to also hear more about the Maori history in this region. Apart from this a very good experience! thank you.
Beautiful view & ride on the Gondola
It happened to be very cloudy on the day of our booking but that just made for some amazing dramatic moody views from the top, as you can see from the photos we took. We very much enjoyed exploring the nature walks around the top of the hills for most of an afternoon and returning to the warmth of the cafe for a hot drink and meal. Overall a great and affordable scenic attraction that's easy to access from central Christchurch, highly recommended.
It was a fantastic day out with stunning views on top. Definitely recommended. The shop on top was a bit over priced though, so couldn't buy much.
We had fantastic weather and great views. Also thoroughly enjoyed the time tunnel experience with your awesome lady taking us through the process!
I booked online,so picked up tickets at counter, we went up to the top great views, looked at the shop spent a bit and came back down, it wasn't until we were driving back to Dunedin that I seen we were supposed to go to a wee show up the top, no body mentioned it and there was no signs, we didn't know so the kids missed out gutted, they would of loved it.
Great for the family, beautiful views in all directions.
We had a fantastic time here. The weather was amazing and the views are spectacular. We did two of the track walks and these were definitely worth it. The food in the cafe is delicious and the bonus was a 7 minute ride which takes you through the history of Christchurch. Did not expect any of this when we arrived. Would definitely recommend this to friends and family of any age.
Such a great service and huge savings! Quick, easy and highly recommended. Thanks!
It is so awesome. .Highly recommended to visit it
Great experience
Been about 13 years since ive been up there. Terminal building up ontop looking a bit tired and weathered, could use a freshen up. The Time Tunnel was neat, my 5 year old daughter loved the whole trip. The photo package you get offered at end is way too expensive, cost more than my ride tickets.
Was cloudy and very windy when wr went so make sure you go on a sunny day ! Otherwise ot is quite the veiw ! ??
Always a nice day out.
Love this Gondola ride its so worth it. A very nice place to take photos and good to know history of the place. The staff was friendly and helpful.
Well worth a trip 'to the top' ! Fantastic views. We were pleased we grabbed some bookme reduced cost tickets as the Time Tunnel was not available. Disappointing.
It was spectacular experience Place i never explored before i really enjoyed the peaceful environment on top and really stunning venue i dont want to leave this place but i need to go back Auckland but I really enjoy the Christchurch and particularly ‘Christchurch Gondola’ always in my heart
Absolutely amazing staff, and the scenery was mind blowing, complementary time tunnel ticket which was a good bit of fun - I feel bad to say but don’t count on the cafe to provide A+ food and coffee, it’s fairly standard cafe menu/cabinet food and just drinkable coffee but let’s be honest you don’t go there for the food you go there for the experience and the views, both of which are exceptional.
It was very windy,and was scary coming down.Shame the time tunnel was not available..
Great experience despite the rains and the wind. Try not to pick a windy day to go up the top.
It was amazing gondola ride, lovely food and wine and friendly team members. We have been unlucky with the clouds but we knew it when we booked the ride :)
Must do it in Christchurch! Amazing view and friendly staff! Highly recommend!
A lovely place to go on a fine day for spectacular views of Christchurch and Lyttleton Harbour. Also found the time tunnel ride taking us back in time quite informative
Such a stunning views of Christchurch and much more! Can be windy up the top of the maunga/hill as expected so make sure you rug up as it is well worth it
Great service. Beautiful sceneries. The gondalas experience was totally over my expectations. Would love to try it at night next time. Many thanks.
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