Your guide will show you around the small port town of Lyttelton before heading up Evans Pass Road. Here you'll stop at a lookout point before continuing on Summit Road to the Godley Head Loop car park.

Following an easy and well-maintained trail, you’ll explore dramatic clifftop landscapes, native vegetation, and sweeping ocean views across Banks Peninsula and the Pacific coastline. Along the route, discover the remarkable World War II military remnants at the Godley Head gun emplacements, one of New Zealand’s best-preserved coastal defence sites. Your guide will share stories of the area’s military and local history as you visit historic landmarks including Scott’s Cabin. Pause along the way for morning or afternoon tea in a truly unforgettable setting. This relaxed small-group walking tour is ideal for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and travellers wanting to experience some of the best coastal walks near Christchurch. Track Information Track grade: Very easy Walking time: Approx. 2.5 hours Walking distance: 3–5 km (flexible depending on group ability) Elevation gain: Approx. 180 m