Ride our roaring life-size T-Rex
Take a seat on New Zealand’s only life-size ride-on T‑Rex in Christchurch — a brief, $5 experience built for memorable photos and family laughs. Perfect as a quick diversion between museums and park strolls.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
15 minutes
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; suitable for children and adults who can mount a single-rider seat.
Wildlife
History
Christchurch was established in the 1850s as part of the Canterbury settlement and serves as a cultural gateway to South Island landscapes.
Conservation
Keep the site litter-free, respect staff instructions, and avoid feeding wild birds; small attractions rely on visitors to minimize impact and preserve local spaces.
Jurassic Adventure
Ride our roaring life-size T-Rex
Jurassic Adventure is a dinosaur-themed attraction located in Christchurch in the Canterbury Region. The site presents a range of hands-on and immersive family activities centered on life-sized dinosaur displays and paleontology experiences.
Visitors can play an 18-hole dinosaur-themed mini golf course that features life-sized dinosaurs and full wheelchair access to all 18 holes. Jurassic Adventure operates New Zealand’s first full dinosaur excavation, offering private Dino Dig sessions where young explorers use provided tools to uncover and identify complete dinosaur fossils. One Dino Dig option is a one-hour session designed for exclusive use by a single group. Booking Dino Dig sessions in advance is recommended.
Additional attractions include the Raptor Run Maze and New Zealand’s first dinosaur-themed Dinosaur Laser Tag, where players engage in themed rounds as Poachers or Game Keepers. Other on-site activities include petrol-powered Jurassic Jeeps that race along a jungle-style track, the unique T-Rex Ride (marketed as New Zealand’s only T-Rex ride), an all-day-access bouncy castle with unlimited time slots, and Dino Junior Club sessions that provide members with exclusive Dino Dig opportunities and excavation tools.
The Big 3 Family Pass bundles the core attractions — mini golf, the Raptor Run Maze, and a Dino Dig — while separate combo deals pair mini golf and the maze without advance bookings. All offerings are presented as family-focused attractions in Christchurch and are designed to deliver interactive, educational, and entertaining dinosaur-themed experiences.
Location
Christchurch
Christchurch, Canterbury Region
Mini Golf
18 holes
Life-sized dinosaurs on course
Family Fun
Multiple Activities
For kids and adults alike
Dino Digs
Private Sessions
Book dig sessions in advance
Reserve mini golf, Dino Dig sessions, dinosaur laser tag, family passes, or rides — create unforgettable dinosaur memories in Christchurch.
Bring small change
The ride costs $5 per person and having coins speeds up check-in and keeps lines short.
Off-peak timing
Visit early afternoon on weekdays for shorter waits and quicker photo rounds.
Pack a light layer
A compact waterproof jacket is useful in Canterbury’s changeable weather even though the ride is mostly sheltered.
Charge your camera
Bring a charged phone or camera — the animatronic T‑Rex makes for strong portrait and action shots.
Smartphone or compact camera
Captures the best portrait and action photos during the ride.
Small change (coins)
Speeds up on-site payments for the $5 ride and keeps queues moving.
Comfortable shoes
Helpful if you’re exploring nearby shops or parks before or after the ride.
Light waterproof layer
Canterbury weather can shift quickly; a light jacket keeps you comfortable between attractions.
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