Excursion Akaroa harbour cruise tour at Akaroa

Indulge your senses with the splendid coastal beauty of New Zealand during this exclusive and intimate Akaroa harbour and nature cruise via catamaran.

Depart the pier aboard your comfortable catamaran, Into the Blue, and commence your approximately two-hour nature cruise around Akaroa Harbour. This harbour is host to amazing bird-life and sea mammals, including the Hector's dolphin, the smallest and rarest dolphin in the world. The area is also home to New Zealand fur seals, blue penguins, fascinating seabirds, salmon, and paua farms.

As you glide along Akaroa Harbour aboard your fast, stable and manoeuvrable catamaran, explore the sea caves, high cliffs and volcanic rock formations of this spectacular seascape. During this memorable cruise experience, relax with a refreshing beverage and home-made baked goods as your guide recounts the region's history, geology, ecology, and Maori heritage and traditions.

Your cruise concludes back at the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Akaroa Harbour, Sea Caves, Cliffs, Volcanic Rock Formations, Seals, Penguins, Seabirds, Salmon, Paua Farms

Note

Please note: This tour requires a minimal amount of walking, with a few steps to negotiate to embark and disembark the catamaran. It is suitable for guests with limited mobility and those who utilise a wheelchair; guest must be able to manoeuvre on and off the boat. Wear lightweight, comfortable clothing, flat, non-slip walking shoes and sun protection, do not forget to bring a light jacket. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Space on this tour is very limited; we suggest you book in advance to avoid disappointment.