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Step into the world of Antarctica. See, touch, and feel the wonders of the icy continent as you brave an Antarctic storm, see Little Blue Penguins, and ride in an all-terrain Hägglund.
Highlights
- An Antarctic experience for every type of explorer!
- Penguin Rescue - Spot our rescued Kororā Little Blue Penguins
- Hagglund Field Trip - Go off-road like an Antarctic explorer
- Storm Experience - brave a summertime Antarctic storm
- 4D Theatre - four-dimensional visual experience
With mysterious deep seas, unique creatures and endless icy plains, Antarctica is a land like no other. A fragile place that has drawn the bravest explorers from far and wide, leaving all who visit with a passion to protect this stunning rarity.
The International Antarctic Centre transports a slice of this astounding continent to Christchurch, with a range of immersive experiences that allow everyday visitors to see, touch, feel and fall in love with Antarctica.
Brave a simulated Antarctic storm, go off-road in a Hägglund, spot our rescued Kororā Little Blue Penguins, experience Antarctica from all four dimensions and leave with a head full of knowledge, a heart full of love and inspiration to take action, just like the explorers before you!
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Ramalka Kasige fromAustralia wrote on 19 August 2025
Great Experience
It was a great experience!
davidjacko fromNew Zealand wrote on 17 August 2025
Great experience
I have seen the Antartic Centre for years, but never took the time to stop by. I have learned a lot during my visit, enjoyed the ride across the centre, and really liked seeing the penguins. The staff was friendly. There was a large group of overseas visitors pushing everyone and I wished the staff would do more crowd control around the cold storm room, but beside this, it went very well
Portia fromNew Zealand wrote on 10 August 2025
Book yourself
Great website to book activities, anytime!
terrys4 fromUnited States wrote on 05 August 2025
Remarkably Awsome
A great experience. Karen was extremely knowledgeable..
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Jacquie fromAustralia wrote on 31 August 2025
Amazing experience
Love it especially the snow storm simulator (a once in a lifetime experience) and timing it right to see the little blue penguins feeding time was amazing