Christchurch Mystery Puzzle Tour “Shadow of the Prism”

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2 hours (approximately)

Looking for something different to do in Christchurch? Southern Escape Tours offers a self-guided, outdoor puzzle tour that takes you around Christchurch's city centre. Solve cryptic puzzles and riddles, see iconic buildings, and stroll along the river. At your own pace, but make sure to score enough points to end up on the leaderboard.

Combines walking tour, scavenger hunt, and escape room in one.
No guides or groups — just you, your team, and the adventure.
Score points and get on the leaderboard.
Family-friendly, perfect for couples, friends, or team building.
Easy to start — just book, receive instructions, and play anytime.
Wheelchair, service animal, and pet friendly.

What's Included

Game instructions on your smartphone
Smartphone
Internet / data connection
In-person tour guide

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the Citizens' Memorial, to the left of the Christ Church Cathedral.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

During the "Shadow of the Prism" you and your friends and family go on a self-guided mystery puzzle tour, which takes you on an immersive experience across some of the city’s iconic landmarks and green spaces, solving cryptic puzzles and uncovering hidden secrets.

You'll follow the fictional trail left behind by Sir Edward Grange, a famed Antarctic explorer with a dangerous secret. During the renovation of Christ Church Cathedral, a journal filled with cryptic clues was found, speaking of a hidden artefact: the Aoraki Prism. As part of the Aurora Fellowship, your mission is to recover this powerful crystal before it falls into the wrong hands.

Along the way, there is time to relax, have a picnic, exhaust the kids at the playground, and buy an ice cream.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Southern Escape Tours

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Tags

Historical Tours
Self-guided Tours
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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