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Planning a South Island Holiday?
If you're flying into Christchurch with a baby or toddler, you're arriving at one of the best gateways to New Zealand's South Island.
Whether you're spending a few days exploring Christchurch, heading to the mountains, travelling the West Coast or planning a South Island road trip to Queenstown, having the right baby gear from the moment you arrive makes travelling with little ones much easier.
Many visitors fly into Christchurch and out of Queenstown, making it easy to experience some of the South Island's most iconic destinations in one trip.
Hire Baby Equipment Near Christchurch Airport
After a long flight, the last thing most parents want to worry about is carrying bulky baby gear through the airport.
Many families choose to hire or rent baby equipment in Christchurch instead of bringing everything from home. It means you can travel lighter, avoid oversized baggage fees and collect quality baby gear once you arrive.
Baby On The Move Christchurch North is the Baby On The Move store servicing hires for Christchurch Airport. Conveniently located north of the city and close to the airport, it's an easy stop after collecting your rental car or campervan before beginning your South Island adventure.
Our team are baby gear experts and qualified Child Restraint Technicians, so we can help you choose the right equipment for your child, your vehicle and your travel plans. We can also check the fit and assist with installation before you begin your journey.
Why Many Families Hire Baby Equipment in Christchurch
Travelling with young children is challenging enough without bringing everything from home.
Hiring baby equipment in Christchurch means you can:
- Travel lighter through the airport.
- Avoid oversized baggage fees.
- Collect quality equipment once you arrive.
- Save valuable luggage space.
- Choose the right equipment for your South Island adventure.
Many families tell us hiring locally is one of the easiest decisions they made before travelling.
What Families Usually Hire
You don't need to hire everything. Most families keep it simple.
The most popular items are:
- Car seats
- Infant capsules
- Portacots
- Highchairs
- Strollers and travel prams
- Baby carriers
Browse the full hire range here:
https://hire.babyonthemove.co.nz/collections
If you're not sure what you'll need, we're happy to help you choose the right equipment before you arrive.
Christchurch Airport Family Facilities
Christchurch Airport makes travelling with babies and young children a little easier, with a range of family-friendly facilities available before your flight.
You'll find:
- Parent rooms with baby changing facilities.
- Family toilets.
- Feeding and nursing spaces.
- Children's play areas to help little ones burn off some energy before boarding.
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal.
- A great range of cafés and food outlets.
If you're returning your hire equipment before your flight, allow a little extra time so you can take advantage of these facilities before boarding.
Helpful links:
Travelling with Children
https://www.christchurchairport.co.nz/travellers/at-the-airport/information-and-services/travelling-with-children/
Airport Maps
https://www.christchurchairport.co.nz/travellers/at-the-airport/airport-maps/
Christchurch Airport Family Reel
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZoKgrbiTwZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==
Exploring Christchurch with Little Ones
If you're spending a few days in Christchurch before hitting the road, there are plenty of family-friendly places to enjoy.
Some local favourites include:
- Margaret Mahy Family Playground
https://www.christchurchnz.com/explore/attractions/margaret-mahy-family-playground - Christchurch Botanic Gardens
https://ccc.govt.nz/parks-and-gardens/christchurch-botanic-gardens - Riverside Market
https://riverside.nz/ - New Regent Street
https://www.christchurchnz.com/explore/shopping/new-regent-street - Christchurch Gondola
https://www.christchurchattractions.nz/christchurch-gondola/ - Orana Wildlife Park
https://www.oranawildlifepark.co.nz/ - Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
https://www.willowbank.co.nz/ - Christchurch Tram
https://www.christchurchattractions.nz/christchurch-tram/
Many of these attractions are pram friendly, making Christchurch a great place to settle in after your flight.
Popular South Island Road Trips from Christchurch
Christchurch is the perfect starting point for exploring the South Island.
Christchurch → Akaroa → Christchurch
A relaxed day trip or overnight stay, with beautiful harbour views, boutique shopping, cafés and a slower pace that suits families with young children.
Plan your visit:
https://www.akaroa.com/
Christchurch → Hanmer Springs → Christchurch
Perfect for a weekend away, combining alpine scenery with family-friendly walks, playgrounds and the famous Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools.
Plan your visit:
https://visithanmersprings.co.nz/
Christchurch → Lake Tekapo → Aoraki / Mount Cook → Wānaka → Queenstown
One of New Zealand's most iconic road trips, taking you through the Mackenzie Country before continuing into Central Otago.
Plan your visit:
Lake Tekapo
https://www.newzealand.com/nz/lake-tekapo/
Aoraki / Mount Cook
https://www.newzealand.com/nz/aoraki-mount-cook/
Destination Queenstown
https://www.queenstownnz.co.nz/
Christchurch → Arthur's Pass → Hokitika → Franz Josef → Wānaka → Queenstown
A spectacular journey through Canterbury before crossing Arthur's Pass to the West Coast and continuing south through the Southern Alps.
Plan your visit:
Arthur's Pass National Park
https://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/canterbury/places/arthurs-pass-national-park/
West Coast
https://www.westcoast.co.nz/
Franz Josef Glacier
https://www.westcoast.co.nz/visit/our-regions/franz-josef-glacier/
Return Your Hire Equipment at Another Baby On The Move Store
Travelling one way?
One of the biggest advantages of hiring through Baby On The Move is the flexibility to return your hire equipment at another participating Baby On The Move location.
Many families collect their equipment from Baby On The Move Christchurch North before travelling the South Island, then return it in Queenstown, Auckland or another participating Baby On The Move store before flying home.
It's a convenient option that means you don't have to drive back to Christchurch just to return your hire equipment.
Getting Around the South Island
Whether you're hiring a car, SUV or campervan, choosing the right vehicle is important when travelling with young children.
When booking your vehicle, look for:
- Forward facing passenger seats.
- Suitable seatbelts for child restraint installation.
- Enough room for your luggage and baby gear.
If you're travelling during winter, check road conditions before you leave and carry snow chains where required.
If you're unsure which equipment will work best, our Child Restraint Technicians can help you choose the right option and assist with installation before you leave the store.
Before You Leave Christchurch
Christchurch is a great place to get organised before setting off on your South Island adventure. While you'll find supermarkets, cafés, fuel stations and pharmacies in towns throughout the South Island, a little planning can make the journey even more relaxed.
Before you leave, it's worth:
- Packing enough nappies, wipes, snacks and drinks for the next part of your journey.
- Filling up with fuel before longer drives, especially if you're heading into alpine or more rural areas.
- Checking the weather and road conditions, particularly during winter.
- Downloading offline maps if you're planning to explore areas with limited mobile coverage.
- Allowing extra time for scenic stops, feeds, nappy changes and playground breaks along the way.
Helpful resources:
NZTA Journey Planner
https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/
MetService
https://www.metservice.com/
Department of Conservation
https://www.doc.govt.nz/
The South Island is made for road trips, and one of the best parts is taking your time to enjoy the journey as much as the destination.
Booking Your Baby Equipment Before You Arrive
Booking ahead means everything is organised before your flight arrives.
Simply:
- Visit https://hire.babyonthemove.co.nz/collections
- Select your hire dates.
- Choose Christchurch North as your collection store.
- Add the equipment you need.
If you're not sure what to book, our team can help you choose the right setup for your trip and make sure it works with your vehicle and travel plans.
If you have any questions before you travel, contact Baby On The Move Christchurch North. Our team is always happy to help.
Helpful Links
Planning your South Island holiday? These websites are a great place to start.
ChristchurchNZ
https://www.christchurchnz.com/
Christchurch Airport
https://www.christchurchairport.co.nz/
Tourism New Zealand
https://www.newzealand.com/
NZTA Journey Planner
https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/
MetService
https://www.metservice.com/
Department of Conservation
https://www.doc.govt.nz/
Ready to Explore the South Island?
Whether you're staying in Christchurch for a few days or setting off on an unforgettable South Island road trip, Baby On The Move is here to help make travelling with little ones easier.
Book your baby equipment online before you arrive so everything is ready to collect, allowing you to start your South Island adventure with confidence.
Whether you need car seat hire, pram hire, portacot hire or baby equipment hire near Christchurch Airport, our team can help make travelling with little ones simpler.
