Antarctic Ice & Airforce Wings - Behind the scenes experience

5 hours | Christchurch (Lyttelton) | C H C - 2 2 5
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AUD$ 279.95
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Points of Interest

  • International Antarctic Centre
Moderate activity

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

An exclusive experience at the Air Force Museum sets this adventure apart from others. Begin this fascinating day at the International Antarctic Center, offering an interactive experience that puts you in the South Pole. Thrill to a ride on the amphibious Antarctic vehicle Hagglund, experience a 4-D movie theater that puts you in the frozen frontier, and come face to face with rescued penguins. Then, get your wings at the Royal New Zealand Air Force Museum, on a special behind the scenes tour including areas rarely seen by the public. Located on the site of the former Air Force Base at Wigram, view a collection of historic aircraft, and exhibits showcasing the national collection of the Royal New Zealand Air Force celebrates the country's aviation history. Learn the story of the brave men and women who took to the skies, view the world's only Vickers Vildebeest biplane, aviation barracks from World War I, and rare artifacts. Return to port.

Special Notes:

Tour involves approximately three hours of moderate walking/standing over mostly flat surfaces. Other interactive activities are at the guests' discretion.

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Transfer to and visit Antarctic Centre

Transport type:
Motorcoach
Travel time:
00:45
Time at site:
01:45

Depart Antarctic Centre for Airforce Museum

Transport type:
Motorcoach
Travel time:
00:30

Airforce Museum guided tour

Time at site:
01:30

Depart Airforce Museum to return to the port

Transport type:
Motorcoach
Travel time:
00:30