New Zealand · GONDOLA & CABLE CAR RIDES
Distances here eat days, so a bad booking costs more than money. These 15 gondola & cable car rides earn the slot, priced and timed so you can settle it over breakfast.
Review of Auckland Sky Tower admission, with panoramic views, practical tips, pricing, timing, accessibility, and advice on whether it is worth the cost.
“A must do in Auckland. The views up there are amazing. Great place for coffee, ice cream (NZof course) & a beer or two. Loved the experience👍”
Review of Christchurch’s antique tram and Gondola combo, with city sights, mountain views, costs, transport tips, and advice for choosing your day.
“Hopping on and off Christchurch's trams was a great way to see the city's major landmarks. We also loved taking the gondola up above the Canterbury Plains, where we had a great view of Lyttelton harbour and the journey taken by the early settlers. We thoroughly recommend taking the path back down and following their journey into Christchurch.”
Review Wellington’s historic cable car, with city views, Botanic Garden access, museum stops, ticket tips, and honest value advice.
“Very short ride with virtually no views. Useful venue to get to the botanical garden. Once up the hill the extensive views are awesome!”
See Christchurch by vintage tram, Avon River punt, and Gondola with practical tips on timing, transport, value, and the best stops.
“Awesome Way to get around the City and explore some history”
See Wellington’s coast, Mt Victoria, film district, landmarks, and Cable Car on a friendly three-hour city tour from $53.
“The guide was passionate and knowledgeable. he was also very kind and offered to take our photos for us. he seems to enjoy his job.”
Ride Christchurch Gondola to Mount Cavendish for Alpine views, summit walks, the Discovery Ride, and a useful café stop.
“Due to the misty mountains that day, It was a bit daunting as it climbed up the mountain we couldn't see the top of and the ground began to disappear behind us. That really just made it more exciting for us though. The site coming back down was clear and breathe taking. When you get to the top there is a "ride to museum" downstairs from the gift shop that is actually a ride through the story of Christchurch similar to a theme park (like the globe at Epcot). It was unexpected and so worth the short queue. The view upstairs and walk through the sheep is a must! PS:…”
Christchurch Gondola review with views, walks, costs, transport tips, summit attractions, punting upgrade, and practical booking advice.
“Really enjoyed the whole experience. Staff were friendly and helpful. What we particularly noted was that the prices in the gift shop were really reasonable. I bought something there which is unusual for me in a place like that. Well done.”
See Wellington’s top sights by small-group van, from Mount Victoria and Weta Cave to the Cable Car, Parliament, and Lyall Bay.
“Ian was exceptional. He provided options, was well informed, funny, and kind. Went out of his way to help us on a rainy day.”
Review of Christchurch’s Punt and Gondola combo, with river views, mountain scenery, costs, timing tips, and advice on who should book.
“Not value for money and not a a unique experience”
Review of Wellington’s half-day city tour, with Mount Victoria views, Weta Cave, cable car, gardens, Parliament, and practical booking tips.
“We had a fantastic half-day city tour with Steve and highly recommend it. He was knowledgeable, courteous, and truly brought Wellington to life. His insights into the city’s history and culture were engaging and informative, and he answered all our questions with enthusiasm. A great way to see and understand Wellington — highly recommend”
Review of Auckland’s SkyWalk, a 192m-high ledge walk with harness, city views, guide support, photos, and Sky Tower entry.
“Great fun and a good guide. I would have preferred to understand how the experience was progressing. I built up confidence as I went, and for example, for the final ‘challenge’, I would have made myself braver if I’d known it was the end. Some idea of time management would have been helpful; it felt it suddenly ended. Also, when you are unstrapping someone, talk to that person; don’t keep talking to the previous person; it’s simply rude.”
Review of Auckland Harbour Bridge Climb: views, safety, price, guides, transport, age rules, and tips for deciding if it is worth $98.
“Highlight of my stay in Auckland. Guide was great.”
Auckland SkyJump review: assess the 192m wire-guided jump, Sky Tower views, safety, cost, rules, photos, and who should book.
“It was fantastic. The staff was very professional and focused on our safety. The jump was amazing.”
Ride Christchurch Adventure Park’s 1.8km chairlift for sweeping city, ocean, and Southern Alps views, with flexible timing and an easy summit walk.
“Bit of a walk on uneven ground among lots of cyclists to get to the start of the lift. Also very uneven ground and a bit of difficulty getting to seats to take in the view.l, and have to dodge mountain bikers who are very keen to start their awesome downhill journey!! Definitely take this into account if your mobility is at all limited.”
Ride New Zealand’s longest chairlift at Christchurch Adventure Park for sweeping city, ocean, hill, and Southern Alps views.
“We walked up to the site and then got on the chairlift! Breathtaking views and surely worth the adventure! Going down was far more prettier!”
Pick a coast, a crater or a cellar door.
