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.

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!

Adult $74.00
Child $49.00 (5-15 years old)
Family Pass $199.00 (2 Adult + 2 Children)
Infant $0.00 (0-4 years old)

What's included

  • Hagglund Field Trip
  • Simulated Antarctic Storm
  • Penguin Rescue
  • 4D Extreme Theatre
  • Antarctic Gallery
  • Huskies

Duration

  • Allow approximately 3 hours for the whole experience

Location

  • 38 Orchard Road (between Memorial Ave and Wairakei Road) near Christchurch Airport.

Restrictions

  • All children 14 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

Child Friendly

  • This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

  • Opening hours: The International Antarctic Centre is open 7 days a week, Monday to Sunday, from 9am to 4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day (25 December).

    It is important that you arrive no more than 15 minutes either side of your scheduled visit time as this is a condition of entry with the deal.

    Child price applied to ages 5-15 years. Under 5's are free.

    Hagglund Ride: We do not recommend the Hagglund ride for visitors with heart conditions, back or neck pain, had recent surgery, motion sickness, nervous disposition, or if pregnant. (At times this ride is unavailable, contact the Operator to confirm this ride is available)

    Guests are required to meet a minimum height requirement of 1.2 metres to enjoy this ride.

Available Bookings from8 Feb to 21 Feb 2026

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Amazing Experiencing an antarctic storm! Great Experience. This is a must do!! :) Outstanding wonderland experience
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  • emergencyCustomers loved the interactive experiences, especially the Hagglund ride and the Antarctic storm simulator (45 people said this).
  • emergencyMany praised the adorable Little Blue Penguins and enjoyed the opportunity to see them up close (38 people said this).
  • emergencyThe friendly and knowledgeable staff received high marks for their helpfulness and enthusiasm (30 people said this).
  • emergencyVisitors found the overall experience to be fun and educational, suitable for all ages (25 people said this).
  • emergencyThe 4D theatre was a hit, with many enjoying the immersive experience it provided (20 people said this).
  • emergencyOverall, guests felt the experience was well worth the price, especially with discounts available (15 people said this).
  • star_shineMake sure to wear warm clothing for the storm room experience.
    Plan to spend a few hours to fully enjoy all the activities.
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amberjcarr from New Zealand wrote on 05 February 2026

Family

Great experience loved it all especially the husky

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Sandra Knowles from Australia wrote on 05 February 2026

Surprised how good it was

We really enjoyed our visit. We arrived as it opened at 9am and that was a good time before the tour groups arrived. We really enjoyed the experience, it exceeded our expectations.

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brendans1 from New Zealand wrote on 03 February 2026

awesomr day out

the whole experience was awesome the staff were friendly and helpful

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Kate from New Zealand wrote on 01 February 2026

A bit fun for the family

The Haagslund was quite fun, but the 4D cinema was... dated to say the least. We felt the experience overall was quite expensive (we paid $52pp), and I wouldn't recommend it if you have any kind of injury as that will rule out both the Haagslund and the 4d cinema, leaving you with what amounts to a museum with a snow room. It was however very informative and we did enjoy the storm experience

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Anmol from New Zealand wrote on 29 January 2026

Non cooperative

Staff of Antarctic centre was not supportive, specially the Chinese man with long hairs. We were late for 20 minutes due to traffic. They denied us to enter or we have to pay the full price for the day. At the end, we paid for full day. It was not the busy day in Antarctica centre.

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