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## Recommended things to do in Rakaia

| Number of things to do          | 2                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        |
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| Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine](/things-to-do/from-methven-hot-air-balloon-flight-near-christchurch.a48360051.activity-details): $221                                                                     |
| Top 5 things to do              | [From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine](/things-to-do/from-methven-hot-air-balloon-flight-near-christchurch.a48360051.activity-details)[Rakaia Glaciers](/things-to-do/rakaia-glaciers.a3178083.activity-details) |
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| With kids                       | [From Methven: Hot Air Balloon Flight in Canterbury with Wine](/things-to-do/from-methven-hot-air-balloon-flight-near-christchurch.a48360051.activity-details)                                                                           |

## What to do in Rakaia

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Rakaia

#### Salmon World

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at Salmon World during your trip to Rakaia. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. 

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