Geraldine is a tranquil, rural town with a friendly village atmosphere. It
is situated 2 hours (136 km) south of Christchurch on the main highway to Mt
Cook and Queenstown. The town and its surrounding district has something for
everyone and at a pace to suit each individual's needs. Attractions and activities
include walks, garden visits, artists and craftspeople, white water rafting,
golf, fishing, and movies at the historic cinema.
Geraldine has a number of choices for a coffee or meal break. There is also
an abundance of accommodation places ranging from camping grounds to motels
to farmstays to bed and breakfasts.
Four Peaks Lodge offers exclusive five-star accommodation for all seasons in the scenic central South Island of New Zealand, just a helicopter hop from International Airports and on a major tourist route. Enjoy all the benefits of a quiet country life style, while basking in the luxury of a boutique hotel. Stop over for bed and breakfast in this romantic retreat, tucked away in the foothills of the Southern Alps. Luxuriate in the stylish and comfortable en suite guest rooms with views over rich farmland and wooded countryside.
The district offers a variety of walks, whether it is a relaxing stroll beside
the river, an easy native bush walk surrounded by bellbirds and fantails, or
a rewarding hill climb.