Christchurch dinosaur mini-golf, maze & hands-on Dino Dig — The Big 3 Family Pass

Christchurch’s Jurassic Adventure offers a family-focused afternoon of play and paleontology on the edge of the Canterbury plain in Christchurch, New Zealand. The Big 3 Family Pass bundles three signature activities—an 18-hole mini golf course dotted with life-sized dinosaur models, the Raptor Run Maze, and a hands-on Dino Dig fossil excavation—into a single, flexible outing designed for groups of four (two adults + two kids or one adult + three kids). This day-long experience (booked as a roughly 6-hour window) is engineered for kids and caregivers: pathways through the course are wheelchair accessible so people of varied mobility can play each hole. The mini golf course stages putts amid realistic dinosaur figures and sculpted terrain that give each hole a distinct character, while the Raptor Run Maze layers a playful scavenger-hunt vibe onto classic maze navigation—expect twists, short dead ends, and the occasional raptor hideout to keep younger players engaged. Then, at the Dino Dig, participants receive trowels and brushes and spend an hour unearthing a full replica fossil—an intentionally tactile activity that introduces basic excavation methods and rewards patience and careful teamwork. The site’s family-first design and local presence make it a standout in Christchurch’s recreation scene: it’s among the few attractions in the region that combines active play, interpretive learning, and true wheelchair access across an 18-hole course. For parents, the pass compresses several ticket purchases into a single booking and staggers activities so kids can rotate between high-energy play and focused discovery. Book Dino Dig slots early—spaces are limited and tied to your booking time. Practical details matter: come prepared for variable Canterbury weather—sunblock and layers are smart—and plan for about half a day if you sample all three elements. The experience is ideal for elementary-aged kids but works for any family group seeking an approachable mix of outdoor activity and faux-paleontology. Photographers will find candid moments in the maze corridors and striking silhouettes of the dinosaur models at low light. On-site staff guide the Dino Dig and help younger players on the course; the pass makes a handy base for visitors staying in Christchurch who want a compact, child-centered outing between city sights and the region’s beaches, gardens, and trails. Whether your aim is a playful family challenge or a first taste of excavation technique, The Big 3 Family Pass at Jurassic Adventure delivers an accessible, hands-on afternoon that reads like discovery and plays like a day at the park. Bookings cover a 6-hour window and include entry for four people (two adults + two kids or one adult + three kids). Jurassic Adventure offers free cancellation and posts blackout dates around holidays—check the booking page and reserve Dino Dig times when you book to avoid disappointment.