Title: Visit Waipara: 2026 Travel Guide for Waipara, Canterbury | Expedia.com [Hotels in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Waipara-Hotels.d6353248.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Waipara-Vacation-Rentals.d6353248.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Waipara](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Waipara.d6353248.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Waipara.d6353248.Car-Rental-Guide)[Waipara Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Waipara.d6353248.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Waipara ## Travel Guide ![Book a ticket on a vintage steam train with Weka Pass Railways and travel through the Canterbury Plains in style.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/91014c64-69aa-4f62-8805-4052da5acacf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Book a ticket on a vintage steam train with Weka Pass Railways and travel through the Canterbury Plains in style.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353248/91014c64-69aa-4f62-8805-4052da5acacf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Waipara Things to do - Waipara Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Waipara ![Cosy little getaway with amazing hot tub and wineries on your doorstep](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99910000/99906200/99906142/0122a57c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy little getaway with amazing hot tub and wineries on your doorstep Waipara Canterbury $206 nightly $233 total Feb 12 - Feb 13 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this B&B in Waipara. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and bathrobes. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ... Christmas Short Stay A delightful property and location. Great facilities and luxuries. The Christmas tree was a great touch. Highly recommend. Reviewed on Dec 30, 2024 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F12%2F2026&endDate=2%2F13%2F2026&selected=99906142&PinnedHotelID=99906142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) ![Russell's Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97320000/97320000/97319921/11eb74d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Russell's Cabins 618 Omihi Road Waipara $289 nightly $333 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend! Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=97319921&PinnedHotelID=97319921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) ![Kumiko's Guest House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98510000/98505600/98505532/w2998h2248x2y2-090b76b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kumiko's Guest House 618 Omihi Rd Waipara Canterbury $851 nightly $982 total Feb 11 - Feb 12 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury guesthouse in Waipara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an attached winery. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse ... [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026&selected=98505532&PinnedHotelID=98505532&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6353248) [See all 53 properties in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F11%2F2026&endDate=2%2F12%2F2026®ionId=6353248) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Russell's Cabins](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97320000/97320000/97319921/11eb74d4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Russell's Cabins 618 Omihi Road Waipara Stay at this cabin in Waipara. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and a picnic area. Popular attractions Sherwood Estate Winery and Torlesse Wines are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Exceptional stay at this off-the-grid cabin in the heart of Waipara wine country. Sue was an incredibly gracious host and the setting (especially the views and bath) were amazing. Highly recommend! Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Waipara-Hotels-Russells-Cabins.h97319921.Hotel-Information) ![Rangiora Eco Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20030000/20025600/20025547/8076d78b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rangiora Eco Holiday Park 337 Lehmans Road Rangiora Stay at this cabin in Rangiora. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and WiFi (surcharge). Popular attractions Rangiora Racecourse and Arlington Reserve are ... 7.4/10 Good! (146 reviews) We had a pleasant time here. Our cabin was very hot during the day and cool during the night. The shared facilities are a cool place to meet different types of people. The common areas have a very 1990s to early 2000s feel which is great, a bit of an era I miss dearly ☺️ This place was great for ... Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Rangiora-Hotels-Rangiora-Eco-Holiday-Park.h20025547.Hotel-Information) ![Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul.](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99400000/99390500/99390483/b4a645cc_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cosy and private cottage with crashing waves and bird song to soothe your soul. Leithfield Canterbury Stay at this cottage in Leithfield. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Leithfield Beach Reserves and Leithfield Beach are ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews) Lovely cottage. Peaceful and everything you need.Great that pets are allowed to stay. Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Leithfield-Hotels-Cosy-And-Private-Cottage-With-Crashing-Waves-And-Bird-Song-To-Soothe-Your-Soul.h99390483.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6353248&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Waipara hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11)[Feb 10 - Feb 11](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-02-10&endDate=2026-02-11) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6353248&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Waipara Springs Winery You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Waipara Springs Winery during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Waipara-Springs-Winery-Waipara.d553248621532610352.Vacation-Attraction) #### Weka Pass Railway You can study the exhibits at Weka Pass Railway, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Weka-Pass-Railway-Waipara.d553248621532610351.Vacation-Attraction) #### Torlesse Wines You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Torlesse Wines during your travels to Waipara. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches. [](https://expedia.com/Torlesse-Wines-Waipara.d553248621532610353.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/251969/f297d9e9-066f-45a4-86c9-c447bd023655.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Valley Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch $120 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/waipara-valley-wine-tasting-tour-with-lunch.a251969.activity-details) ![Cruise Ship Day Christchurch Hop On Hop Off Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48867011/428fda57-6116-4d7f-a990-75fd8d6cd506.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### CRUISE SHIP DAY LYTTELTON Hop On Hop Off Wine Tours to Waipara $74 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/cruise-ship-day-lyttelton-hop-on-hop-off-wine-tours-to-waipara.a48867011.activity-details) ![Wine trail and Christchurch City day tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45271723/a5330b13-6a0b-4b18-b798-5e9c42c407d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wine trail and Christchurch City - Luxury, Small Group Tour $359 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wine-trail-and-christchurch-city-luxury.a45271723.activity-details) ![Waipara Wine Trail Group Tour From Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49991253/01d719e3-9276-4c00-94d2-bffc3b236548.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Wine Trail Private Group Tour From Christchurch $135 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/waipara-wine-trail-private-group-tour-from-christchurch.a49991253.activity-details) ![Exclusive access to this coastal sheep farm - what a view](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49506720/47e0d66e-060e-41ad-ac9a-b954bd2996dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sheep Farm Day Trip from Christchurch + Lunch and Winery visit. $169 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/sheep-farm-day-trip-from-christchurch-lunch-and-winery-visit.a49506720.activity-details) ![Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48409008/171e2ea6-785f-4368-bdab-c39741ef9c60.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Waipara Wine Trail Tour From Christchurch $143 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/waipara-wine-trail-tour-from-christchurch.a48409008.activity-details) [See all activities in Waipara](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Waipara.d6353248.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Waipara ![Book a ticket on a vintage steam train with Weka Pass Railways and travel through the Canterbury Plains in style.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/692485570643587072/cee7e41a-eca9-4c2c-90b5-bfcacbfb96cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Weka Pass - Cities near Waipara - Places of interest [Broomfield](https://expedia.com/Broomfield.dx553248635975065620)[Teviotdale](https://expedia.com/Teviotdale.dx692482226078810112)[Weka Pass](https://expedia.com/Weka-Pass.dx692485570643587072) - [Weka Pass Railway ](https://expedia.com/Weka-Pass-Railway-Waipara.d553248621532610351.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sherwood Estate Winery ](https://expedia.com/Sherwood-Estate-Winery-Waipara.d553248621562625144.Vacation-Attraction) - [Waipara Hills ](https://expedia.com/Waipara-Hills-Glasnevin.d553248621532610350.Vacation-Attraction) - [Flaxmere Garden ](https://expedia.com/Flaxmere-Garden-Masons-Flat.d553248621562625145.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hurunui High Country Track ](https://expedia.com/Hurunui-High-Country-Track-Island-Hills.d553248621532610356.Vacation-Attraction) - [Hawarden Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Hawarden-Golf-Club-Hawarden.d553248621565249324.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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