Useful Information

New Zealand's seasons are just the opposite of the Northern Hemisphere. This means that the warmest months in Christchurch are December, January and February, while the coldest are in June, July and August. One can always visit Christchurch during the winters as winters tend to be short and fairly mild.

No vaccinations are required to enter Christchurch. There are no dangerous or poisonous animals or insects in Christchurch, New Zealand. To avoid contracting Giardia, a water-borne parasite that causes diarrhea, avoid drinking water from lakes, ponds or rivers without first boiling, chemically treating or filtering it. Always carry your own water.

There are a number of Christchurch Hospitals, be it Private hospitals, Maternity hospitals or Psychiatric hospitals. Of these, Christchurch Hospital is the largest tertiary, teaching and research hospital in the South Island that provides a full range of emergency, acute, elective and outpatient services.

The Christchurch and Canterbury Visitor Center is situated in Cathedral Square right in the centre of the city. The Christchurch i-SITE Visitor Centre is very easy to locate. The proficiently trained, multi-lingual staff of this visitor centre can answer all your questions, give advice, and book your holiday necessities to make your holiday experience unforgatable.