Activities

At Terrace Downs you can do as much as you want or as little as you want – the choice is entirely yours! The ever-changing landscape acts as the perfect playground for visitors of all ages and fitness levels and makes Terrace Downs a captivating year-round holiday destination for thrill-seekers and those who enjoy more genteel pursuits.

If you love adventure and want an adrenalin surge jump aboard our Discovery Jet and blast along the Rakaia River. Experience all the thrills of a jet boat ride with 360-degree turns and soak up the beautiful surroundings.

Put your hand-eye co-ordination to the test with clay bird shooting and archery.  With only minimal instruction you’ll be hitting claybirds out of the sky in no time and shooting an arrow almost as straight and true as the legendary William Tell.

With some of New Zealand’s most amazing countryside on its door step,there is no shortage of places to explore at Terrace Downs and whether you chose to do it by foot, bike or horse-back we guarantee it will bea memorable experience.

Journey into remote areas for some special time alone where there is little to disturb you but the roar of the river or the rustle of the trees in the wind.

Hike along the river terraces and explore the  abandoned coal mines or clamber up the scrub-covered hills for alluring views of the braided Rakaia River as it winds its way to the West Coast through stunning cliffs carved out millions of years ago.

 

Test your golfing skills on the resort’s championship 18-hole golf course or play tennis on the sheltered courts.

Go game hunting in the high country wilderness. Our experienced guides use 4WDs, quad bikes, jet boats and helicopters to give you access to thousands of acres of untamed land and can tailor-make a safari foryou, whether you’re an avid rifle or bow hunting enthusiast or acomplete beginner.

Or fish the Rakaia River and catch yourself some of the region’s legendary trout and salmon.

In winter the skifields are in close proximity away and with Terrace Downs new heli-taxi service you will be skiing the slopes in record time.