Antarctic Centre

Christchurch Antarctic Centre

Explore the Gallery area which is packed full of informative displays showcasing modern day Antarctica, including the Antarctic Treaty partners, the human impact on the continent, the wildlife and plant systems and Antarctica’s effect on the globe. The Gallery area encourages ‘touching’ of most of the exhibits to ensure visitors experience Antarctica in a fun and interactive way.

Get up close and personal at the New Zealand Penguin Encounter. The Antarctic Centre houses New Zealand’s first combined indoor/outdoor penguin viewing area with capacity to hold up to 26 Little Blue penguins. The penguins held there are birds that have been rescued and cared for, some since they were chicks. Due to physical disabilities that have left them defenceless, many of them would not have survived on their own back in the wild.

For some real excitment climb aboard the amazing Hagglund genuine as-used-in-Antarctica all terrain vehicle, sit back, hold on and experience travelling across rough terrain in this unique and exciting machine! The ride aims to simulate the same travelling conditions as scientists would experience riding in a Hagglund across the ice pack. This ride is the only one of its type in the world. It showcases the demanding capabilities of the Hagglund ATV.

Text courtesy of www.iceberg.co.nz