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Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite

4.6(269 reviews)

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The campsite or camping ground Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite in South Island sits at 2 Godley Head Road, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, New Zealand. It occupies a coastal setting on the Canterbury side of the island.

Visitors give Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite 4.6 out of 5 across 269 reviews, a strong showing for a basic campsite. The site has its own page on the doc.govt.nz website, which covers the booking arrangements. Christchurch is the nearest of the listed towns, with Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau, Kaikoura and Queenstown all further afield.

Being a basic campsite, the site keeps things simple, with campers expected to bring their own supplies and take everything out again. The listing includes a website for checking current arrangements before travelling.

Seasons run opposite to the northern hemisphere, with summer from December to February and winter from June to August, so the warmer months suit camping. Fish and chips, meat pies and flat whites are everyday takeaway staples across New Zealand. Tūī, kererū and other native birds are common, and dolphins, fur seals and seabirds are seen around the coast. Rugby union is followed closely nationwide, and the national team plays in black.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the opening hours of Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite?

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite is a camping ground at 2 Godley Head Road, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, on the South Island. Campers staying here sleep on site, and rugby union is followed closely nationwide, with the national team playing in black.

What facilities should visitors expect at Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite?

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite is a camping ground on the South Island, and campers travelling the country often pass through nearby places such as Christchurch. Fish and chips, meat pies and flat whites are everyday takeaway staples across New Zealand, so supplies for a camp meal are easy to sort before arriving.

What type of business is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite?

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite is a camping ground on the South Island, run as a place to pitch a tent or park a campervan. Its official page is hosted at http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/godley-head/.

Where is Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite located on South Island?

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite sits at 2 Godley Head Road, Sumner, Christchurch 8081, on the South Island. This camping spot places visitors on the Canterbury coast, where tūī, kererū and other native birds are common and dolphins, fur seals and seabirds are seen around the coast.

How many reviews does Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite have?

Awaroa/Godley Head Campsite holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5 from 269 reviews. That score reflects steady satisfaction among campers at this South Island camping ground.

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