Akaroa Wildlife Cruise

Overview

Available languages

German

English

2 hours 45 minutes

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Our tours numbers are kept limited, offering you a small and intimate tour that will take you where others can't with amazing views of New Zealands wildlife. Our friendly and knowledgeable crew love meeting and talking with our guests, and Scruffy our friendly boat dog, joins us on our afternoon trips. Tony, a real Kiwi, has been exploring the waters around Banks Peninsula since the 1960s. He'll entertain you with the stories of his adventures and share his enthusiasm for this wonderful environment and stunning wildlife.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

What To Expect

Akaroa

Explore Akaroa Harbour and coast with local skipper and owner Tony. He has a real wealth of knowledge and will give you entertaining insights into the wildlife, history and geology of our beautiful backyard.

3 hours•Admission Not Applicable

Options

Christmas Day

Akaroa Wildlife Cruise

Reviews

4.91

90 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Amazing Coastal Experience
Tim M,
Apr 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Tony and Moffie are incredible. They knew exactly where to go and how best to maneuver their boat to get up close and personal to the seals, cliffs, caves, and dolphins. They respect the dolphins and don’t chase them, but the dolphins flocked to their boat in part because they slow down but don’t stop, so dolphins are pushed by their boat leading to amazing videos of the dolphins swimming right beneath you. If you want a smaller boat with a more intimate experience with a knowledgeable crew, then book this adventure. You will thank me for it.
Trip canceled
gary S,
Feb 4, 2025
- Viator
1.00
It was canceled. We never went. Don’t charge us!!! Don’t you monitor the trips you arrange? Who’s minding the store
Tony and Mafi are great...
Blair H,
Jan 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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.
We had a wonderful time...
Natasha D,
Jan 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00
We had a wonderful time on the tour! Great to have a smaller group compared to some of the other bigger companies. Saw plenty of dolphins, a couple of seals and even a little penguin. Great tour guides too, very friendly and knowledgable.
Great trip seeing the wildlife and the coastline
Susan P,
Mar 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The care and dedication to the animals that Tony and partner showed was amazing. Their Experience and knowledge was fantastic and beautiful weather topped off a great afternoon.