Diamond Harbour
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Tags : Sightseeing
Entry Fee : Adult: $5
Child: $1
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Diamond Harbour, Christchurch Overview
Diamond Harbour is a beautiful attraction in Canterbury, New Zealand and is a small settlement on the Banks Peninsula. The harbour got its name due to sunlight shining on the water and giving the effect of diamonds sparkling. You can visit their local treasure, Orton Bradley Park which is a private farm for one of the best picnic spots. There are giant trees, creeks, barbecue areas, relics and heritage buildings for visitors to enjoy. Many walking tracks pass through native bush and rhododendron gardens.
There are wildlife cruises that depart from Lyettelton Harbour every day or you can take the scenic route and drive from Lyttelton and pass places like Governors Bay. There are numerous Diamond Harbour walks that start on the south end of the harbour from Purau and end at Orton Bradley Park. The Mt Herbert walkway is 15km and takes 4.5 hours. It starts at Diamond Harbour wharf and you can come back the same way or descent through Orton Bradley Park. You can also pick up a map from the Church Bay Store and go on a historic walk and visit the colonial Stoddart Cottage which is the birthplace of Canterbury artist Margaret Stoddard. There are many other activities like cycling tracks and you can also go kayaking and paddling.
Must Know Before You Visit Diamond Harbour
Orton Bradley Park Timings : Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:30pm
Time required : 2 - 3 hours
Best months to visit : December - March
Pets : No dogs allowed
Stoddart Cottage Timings : Friday-Sunday, 10am - 4pm
Entry Fee : N.A
Time required : 1 hour
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