Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch

From NZD 260

4.55

211 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

English

Enjoy a Sightseeing tour to Akaroa through the spectacular scenery surrounding Banks Peninsula, formed following violent eruptions of two ancient volcanoes. The Akaroa crater nurses the picturesque harbor and Akaroa village. Experience a Nature Cruise with highlights including the rare, NZ native dolphin - the Hector's Dolphin, as well as penguins and other sea birds. And you'll see giant volcanic sea cliffs and hear about Akaroa's fascinating past. The Tour also includes a delightful lunch at Bully Hayes Restaurant.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

What‘s Included

Lunch - (if option chosen)

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Driver/guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Gratuities

Options

Akaroa Day Tour w/ Lunch

Akaroa Day Tour: Tour includes lunch at Bully Hayes restaurant and a 2 hour Nature Cruise on Akaroa Harbour.
Pickup included

Akaroa - Cruise Only

Akaroa - Cruise only: Akaroa Day Tour including a 2 hour Nature Cruise on Akaroa Harbour (No lunch included)
Pickup included

Reviews

4.55

211 reviews on TripAdvisor

155

Leisure Tours is great for Akaroa and other tours
Miruni S,
Mar 26, 2025
5.00
The tour was great. Scotty is an amazing guide and driver. He’s very helpful, has a lot of interesting information to share, and is also funny. Everyone at Leisure Tours was helpful and responsive throughout the booking process. The scenery en route and in Akaroa was beautiful, as was the view from the boat ride. We saw dolphins and fur seals. I also went on their tour to Arthur’s Pass with the same guide and it was equally fun and interesting, with amazing scenery.
Fabulous Views ~ Beautiful Harbor Cruise
John C,
Mar 20, 2025
5.00
The tour started out high above Christchurch at the Sugarloaf Scenic Reserve. The views of Governors Bay and the city below were outstanding. The small waterfront community of Akaroa was very nice. We opted for the included lunch at Bully Hayes and it was delicious. The two hour harbor tour was very enjoyable. We saw fur seals and Hector’s dolphins. Our driver Jude was pleasant and a very good driver.
Great tour and cruise
Anastasios B,
Mar 17, 2025
5.00
The tour was great. Pete, our driver/tour guide was amazing. He was friendly, very informative and kept us on schedule without feeling rushed. We lucked out with the weather and had a great time on the Akaroa nature @blackcatcruises…. We sighted dolphins and seals to top off the ride.
Great day!
Ellen R,
Mar 16, 2025
5.00
It was a very pleasant day with beautiful scenery and Akaroa is charming. The cruise was great and we saw the Hector’s dolphins.
Beautiful time on a lovely weather day.
Terry B,
Mar 11, 2025
4.00
Full bus means cramped backseat if you are the unfortunate one to be stuck in the back. Beautiful countryside with a few stops of exploration or comfort break. Our guide was a lovely chap. Wish I had more time to spend in Akaroa.