The Vicarage in Geraldine, New Zealand
The Four Peaks mountain range with snow
Sheep on a sheep farm
The Vicarage in Geraldine, New Zealand
The Four Peaks mountain range with snow
Sheep on a sheep farm

Connect with rural New Zealand

Join an interesting half-day tour led by a local expert guide. Unlock the history and farming practices of a vibrant rural community in Geraldine. Visit the oldest church in South Canterbury, feed nuts to sheep, and then sample the world's first deer milk cheese.


Join a half-day farm and scenic country tour. This is your chance to connect with rural New Zealand. Learn about what animals are farmed, how they are fed outdoors all year round, what markets they supply and how they are learning to manage the environment sustainably.

You will handle deer velvet (young antler), taste deer milk cheese, feed some sheep, and visit historic farm buildings (Heritage protected) on an iconic New Zealand sheep and beef station. Hear the stories of early farm settlers, visit their graves and oldest church. Enjoy the outstanding scenery of hills, mountains and valleys around Geraldine.

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