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Akaroa: Scenic Coastline Wildlife Cruise

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5 out of 5 stars
5
23 reviews
Activity provider:
Coast Up Close
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Akaroa: Scenic Coastline Wildlife Cruise
Top rated
5 out of 5 stars
5
23 reviews

Board your scenic cruise and explore the spectacular volcanic coastline of Akaroa Harbour. Learn about the local history and geography from your captain as you keep an eye out for local wildlife.

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Duration 2.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English, German

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

5
5 out of 5 stars
K
Katja – Germany

We had a fantastic trip and saw lots of dolphins and seals in a beautiful natural setting. We especially enjoyed the authentic and personal atmosphere on board and the respect for the wildlife. We highly recommend this trip!

5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Chris – United Kingdom

We had a great time on the cruise and they were very accommodating for our young children. We saw dolphins, penguins and seals!

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Highlights

  • Sit back and relax!
  • Hear stories from a real kiwi!
  • Get up close to nature!

Full description

Join us for a wildlife tour that explores the spectacular volcanic coastline and abundant wildlife of Banks Peninsula and Akaroa.
Our tour numbers are kept limited, offering you a small and intimate tour that will take you where others can’t. Some of the wildlife you’ll get to see include little blue penguins and an array of seabirds.
Our friendly and knowledgeable crew love meeting and talking with our guests and Scruffy, our friendly boat dog, joins us on afternoon trips! Tony, a real Kiwi, has been exploring the waters around the Peninsula since the 1960s. He’ll entertain you with his the stories of his adventures and share his enthusiasm for this wonderful environment and stunning wildlife.
Our characterful and comfortable boat - Wairiri, is a 41-foot Kauri Launch built in 1964. Our tours specialise in small groups and enough space to move around the boat for the best wildlife viewing and photo opportunities!
Tony often still has a lobster pot out and we pull it up on some of our trips. We never know what we find in it: Lobster, octopus, conger eel, starfish and sand sharks are just a few of the creatures we might have caught.

Includes

  • 2.5 hour Scenic Cruise
  • Captain
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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  • Wheelchair users

Meeting point

Go to Drummonds Jetty, 59E Beach Road (opposite the Akaroa Fish 'n Chips shop) and look for the 'Coast Up Close' boat. Please arrive 15 mins prior to the trip for boarding.

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  • Tours may be cancelled if sea or weather conditions are not suitable.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

based on 23 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.9/5
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Katja – GermanyDecember 9, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a fantastic trip and saw lots of dolphins and seals in a beautiful natural setting. We especially enjoyed the authentic and personal atmosphere on board and the respect for the wildlife. We highly recommend this trip!
5
5 out of 5 stars
C
Chris – United KingdomFebruary 16, 2024 – Verified booking
We had a great time on the cruise and they were very accommodating for our young children. We saw dolphins, penguins and seals!
5
5 out of 5 stars
M
Monika – SwitzerlandJanuary 31, 2024 – Verified booking
Absolutely amazing scenery and we got to see jumping dolphins, seals and penguins from afar.

Product ID: 437019

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