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15 Best Akaroa Tours In New Zealand

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New Zealand's 15 most popular akaroa tours, in one place. What each one is actually like, who runs it, and what you will pay.

15 Best Akaroa Tours In New Zealand

Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise - The 2-hour plan: Lighthouse, Akaroa views, and Banks Peninsula angles

1.Akaroa Dolphins ~ Harbour Nature Cruise

Most Popular★ 5.0

2-hour Akaroa harbour catamaran cruise for Hector’s dolphins, seals, and penguins, with NZ drink and cookies. Stable and comfy.

“George and the team at Akaroa Dolphin Cruises could not have been any more personable and lovely if they tried! They are such down to earth people who are proud of where they are from and showcasing the knowledge they have of the land, fauna and history! We saw many Dolphins, Seals and one Albatros…”

2,143 reviewsFrom $80.67by Akaroa Dolphins

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Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise - The low-lying catamaran: comfort that actually helps you see

2.Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

★ 4.9

Cruise Akaroa Harbour on a stable catamaran to spot rare Hector’s dolphins, seals, penguins, caves, and volcanic rock. Includes drinks.

“This was such an awesome tour! We saw lots of dolphins and the most of them were really playful. We also saw 3 penguins, 1 NZ sea lion and many fur seals. This is a most do if you are in the area!”

440 reviews2 hoursFrom $77by Akaroa Dolphins

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Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise - The skipper’s narration: what it adds (and why it matters)

3.Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

★ 5.0

2-hour Akaroa Harbour catamaran cruise with hot drinks and skipper narration, sea caves, dolphins, seals and penguins.

“Well worth the trip to Akaroa large clean boat. The boat wasn’t crowed. Departed on time. Very easy ticketing. Excellent commentary. Saw Hectir dolphins and fur seals”

332 reviewsFrom $77.57by Black Cat Cruises

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Akaroa Harbour 2-Hour Dolphin Nature Cruise

Akaroa Harbour 2-Hour Dolphin Nature Cruise - Main Wharf to Out on the Water: Getting Started Smoothly

4.Akaroa Harbour 2-Hour Dolphin Nature Cruise

★ 4.7

A 2-hour Akaroa Harbour cruise with real chance to spot Hector’s dolphins, seals, penguins, and volcanic scenery from a comfy catamaran.

“We saw lots of dolphins, which was the point of the trip. We also saw some white flippered penguins and fur seals which was a bonus. Rob was very interesting and informative with his commentary which was also good.”

235 reviews2 hoursFrom $71by Black Cat Cruises

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Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour - Christchurch Botanic Gardens: A Short Stop That Can Still Feel Worth It

5.Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula and Christchurch City Sights Tour

★ 4.0

Akaroa to Christchurch via Banks Peninsula and the Southern Alps. Botanic Gardens, earthquake sights, Sumner & Lyttelton in one day.

“Our trip was from our cruise ship at Akaroa. We got an early shuttle and arrived in good time for our scheduled departure to Christchurch but I can understand how the Princess Cruises policy of giving early shuttles could lead to being very late for the tour or even missing it. Our driver, Scotty was…”

228 reviewsFrom $89.98by Leisure Tours

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve - The 2–3 hour kayak safari: what the flow feels like

6.Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

★ 5.0

Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa’s volcanic crater reserve: small group paddling, gear included, and wildlife chances like Hector dolphins.

“Lots of fun! Our guide Jake was awesome, very knowledgeable about the local wildlife and scenery, threw some cute jokes in there as well. Got to see some amazing rock formations and lots of local birds. My husband and I have very little experience on a kayak and Jake was really patient with us and…”

160 reviewsFrom $83.78by Akaroa Guided Kayaks

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Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre - Christchurch in fast-forward: what you get and what you might wish you had more time for

7.Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula, Christchurch City Tour and the International Antarctic Centre

★ 4.0

Shore excursion from Akaroa to Christchurch and the International Antarctic Centre with snow storm simulation, penguins, and an amphibious Hagglund ride.

“I would have left a 5* review and Scotty and the guide at the Antarctic Centre were both excellent but had to deal with a majority of passengers who were in a group of Spanish speakers who did not understand English. This meant they talkeRead more”

135 reviewsFrom $124.11by Leisure Tours

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Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour

Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour - The 4WD drive over the crater rim: views at about 700 meters up

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve - Getting Ready on the Water: Orientation That Actually Helps

9.Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

★ 5.0

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa’s marine reserve. Small group, local guides, light refreshments, and on-water photo memories.

“Great day kayaking. There was a bit of instruction to start with. We had never worn spray skirts while kayaking before. Had hoped for single person kayaks, but we accepted the tandem ones and enjoyed the day. Finally saw some Hector dRead more”

123 reviewsFrom $96.19by Akaroa Guided Kayaks

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Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience

Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience - Entering Pohatu Marine Reserve: cliffs, caves, and “this is why we came”

10.Akaroa: 4WD Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience

★ 4.8

Akaroa 4WD to Flea Bay plus guided sea-kayaking in Pohatu Marine Reserve, with gear, wildlife sightings, and scenic photo stops.

“We had the best time! Guides were so great and knowledgeable. Was super fun riding in the van to get to the kayaking spot. Wish we saw dolphins but I think we chose the worst thing of year for it. 17th of April Thanks for a great birthday trip!”

120 reviews4.5 hoursFrom $80by Pohatu Penguins and Sea Kayaking

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Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience

Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience - The 4WD Crater-Rim Ride: Harbor Views Before You Even Reach the Bay

11.Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience

★ 4.8

3-hour evening guided visit to Pohatu/Flea Bay penguin colony from Akaroa. 4WD views, binoculars, camouflage gear, conservation.

“Awesome experience to see the Pohatu Penguins. Our guide Ben was really passionate about them and about Akaroa so you can feel it and it makes all the difference. Thank you for everything.”

119 reviews3 hoursFrom $68by Pohatu Penguins and Sea Kayaking

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Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours - What You Learn About Alpacas (and Why It Matters)

12.Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

★ 5.0

An hour on a hill above Akaroa Harbour to meet friendly alpacas, learn their care, and feed them in a family-friendly farm visit.

“One of our favorite excursions on our vacation. Our guide “I” was terrific- very knowledgeable and informative and the alpacas were really fun to interact with. The farm is also situated on a beautiful hill overlooking Akaroa, a quaint and gorgeous town/city. The staff was also great. We needed to shift our time at the…”

117 reviewsFrom $38.26by Shamarra Alpaca Farm Tours

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Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve - Your Small-Group Guide Team (and Why It Changes Everything)

Akaroa Wildlife Cruise

Akaroa Wildlife Cruise - Cruise Pattern: Akaroa Harbour to the Banks Peninsula Coast

14.Akaroa Wildlife Cruise

★ 5.0

Cruise Akaroa Harbour on a small boat to hunt for Hector’s dolphins, penguins, seals, and seabirds with local skipper Tony.

“Tony and Mafi are great hosts. Super friendly, welcoming, knowledgeable... and great dolphin spotters!! A lovely way to see one of New Zealand's best places.”

101 reviewsFrom $68.26by Coast up Close

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Akaroa: Akaroa Marine Reserve Sea Kayaking Tour

Akaroa: Akaroa Marine Reserve Sea Kayaking Tour - The crater route: caves, inlets, and that slow-motion scenery effect

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