Wildlife sights in Christchurch

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   International Antarctic Centre

   • Christchurch, New Zealand
   • Sights › Wildlife

   The International Antarctic Centre is part of a huge complex built for the administration of the NZ, US and Italian Antarctic programs. See penguins and learn about the icy continent via historical, geological and zoological exhibits. There’s also an aquarium of creatures gathered under the ice in McMurdo Sound. Other attractions include a '4D' theatrette – a 3D film plus moving seats and a watery spray – and the Antarctic Storm chamber, where you can get a first-hand taste of -18°C wind chill. An Extreme Pass (adult/child/family $65/35/165) includes unlimited rides on the Hägglund outdoor adventure course. An optional extra is the Penguin Backstage Pass…

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