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Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

At the core, we’re a family business with our management team being 6th & 7th generation Banks Peninsula locals. Alongside our family members, we have a passionate team who are com…

Approx. 120 minutesView on Viator →
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

While your ship is in port in Akaroa Harbour, take a shore excursion to tour the scenic Banks Peninsula and visit the city of Christchurch. You’ll see how Christchurch is emerging …

Approx. 360 minutesView on Viator →
Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as we take you on a spectacular tour through an untouche…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →
Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Alpacas Farm is an unparalleled opportunity to get up close and personal with alpacas, learn about this loving animal, and create some memories with friends and family in a stunnin…

Approx. 60 minutesView on Viator →
Guided Stargazing Tour in Akaroa, with Two Telescopes

Guided Stargazing Tour in Akaroa, with Two Telescopes

Escape city lights to Akaroa's pristine dark skies for our intimate "Night Awe" tour. Join expert astronomer Luca for a captivating experience through the Southern Hemisphere's cel…

Approx. 90 minutesView on Viator →
Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa

Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa

Have you ever wanted to ride a bike up an extinct volcano towering over the crystal blue waters of the pacific ocean? Well now is your chance....Treat yourself to this energetic ye…

Approx. 180 minutesView on Viator →

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