Waitaha, known today as Canterbury, is a region of striking contrasts and deep cultural heritage. From the peaks of Aoraki (Mount Cook) and Kā Tiritiri o te Moana (the Southern Alps), across braided rivers and vast plains, to the rugged coastlines of Kaikōura and Banks Peninsula, the landscape has long provided sustenance, connection, and identity for Ngāi Tahu whānui.
Today, Waitaha is a region alive with opportunity and discovery. Ōtautahi Christchurch continues to evolve as a centre of innovation, creativity, and cultural expression. Kaikōura offers world-renowned eco-tourism experiences, where visitors can encounter marine life in a place still deeply shaped by Māori connection to the sea. Across the region, visitors will find a unique combination of natural beauty, living Māori culture, and contemporary experiences that make Waitaha a destination like no other.
By clicking on the red icons in the map above, you can see the exact location of each Māori experience listed within this region.
You are also able to get directions to each experience by clicking ‘Get Directions’ after selecting a Māori experience on the map.
Major Cities & Towns
Christchurch, Ashburton, Timaru, Kaiapoi, Rangiora, Lincoln, Rolleston, Geraldine, Darfield, Leeston.