Akaroa Things To Do

This week's featured things to do in Akaroa are:

Featured things to do

Pohatu Penguins Nature and Sea Kayak Tours

Wildlife - Akaroa

Fully guided tours starting from NZ $65 per person, self-drive tours from NZ $25 per person.

Pohatu Penguins offers unique nature and sea kayak tours from Akaroa. Tours are guided by local conservationists with over 30 years experience. Choose from a variety of tours and packages to suit your adventure!

Pohatu Penguins offers colony tours, sea kayaking amongst the wildlife, and amazing 4WD scenic tours. More...

Akaroa Sailing Cruises

Sailing - Akaroa - Starting from NZ $85.00 per person

No visit to Akaroa or Christchurch is complete without an Akaroa Sailing Cruises experience. The thrill at the helm when the wind pipes up and the leeward rail's in the water with the bow wave hissing in front; enjoy this truly sensory personal experience. It's safe, sensational and not too difficult. More...

Akaroa Shore Excursion: Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Ports of Call Tour - Akaroa - Starting from $85.00 per person

After your cruise ship docks in Akaroa, take a nature cruise across the harbor to spot dolphins and admire New Zealand’s stunning scenery. Look out for New Zealand’s friendly Hector’s dolphins, the world’s rarest and smallest dolphins, and bring your camera along on your shore excursion to photograph soaring volcanic cliffs, secluded sea caves and tropical palm trees. More...

Akaroa Surf Lesson & Guided Tour

Surfing Lesson - Akaroa - Starting from $118.00 per person

You will be met by your experienced and qualified surf guide who will transport you out to some of the Banks Peninsulas hidden gems. Tranquil, stunning, eastern bay beaches which are perfect for learning to surf.
Along the way the guide will show you points of interest and share stories about this amazing volcanic area, have your camera ready as the views along the way are breath taking!
The guide will lead you through a comprehensive lesson, this includes technique training on the beach... More...

Akaroa Self Guided Audio Tour

Self Guided Tour - Akaroa - Starting from $29.94 per person

Download a vibrantly-narrated mp3 audio guide combined with a map detailing the area of your tour.
Nestled on the East Coast of the South Island, the quiet seaside town of Akaroa is best known for its volcanic hills and the dolphins that are found in the bay. On this self-guided audio tour, you will enjoy the tranquil setting and the stunning natural views along the harbour. You will also see the old lighthouse and learn about its interesting French history at the Akaroa Museum. Visit the... More...

Find Accommodation

Akaroa Cottages Bengairn - Akaroa Holiday Cottage - Holiday Home.

Akaroa Cottages Bengairn - Akaroa Holiday Cottage is situated in Akaroa. Guests benefit from private parking available...

All Akaroa NZ Accommodation

Find Tours and Activities

Christchurch and Banks Peninsula Sightseeing Tour - Maori - Christchurch. Starting from $70.00 per person.

This tour is specifically designed for cruise ship passengers arriving in Akaroa with a desire for a memorable...

All Akaroa NZ Activities