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Akaroa Dolphins & Seals: 2-Hour Harbour Cruise with Wine2-hour dolphin & seal cruise in Akaroa Harbour with complimentary wine, homemade treats & DOC permit. Small groups, high sighting success rate.
- 2,293 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Akaroa Sea Kayaking: Hector Dolphins & Marine ReserveGuided sea kayak tour through Akaroa's marine reserve. Spot Hector dolphins, penguins and fur seals. Includes all gear and local guide. 80 minutes from Christchurch.
- 161 reviews
- 4.84★
- Duration
- 2h–3h
- start times · Every day
- 2
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise: Hector's Dolphins & SealsCruise Akaroa Harbour aboard a modern catamaran to spot rare Hector's dolphins, NZ fur seals, penguins and seabirds in an ancient volcanic crater.
- 361 reviews
- 4.74★
- Duration
- 2h
- start times · Every day
- 3
Recommended (7)
Akaroa: Sunrise Sea Kayak Safari & Wildlife in Marine Reserve
- 128 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 3h
Sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve: Paddle with dolphins
- 122 reviews
- 4.89★
- Duration
- 2h–3h
Akaroa Harbour: Fox II Sailing & Wildlife Cruise Tour
- 95 reviews
- 4.87★
- Duration
- 2h 45m
Guided Stargazing in Akaroa: Two Telescopes, Live Photos
- 75 reviews
- 4.96★
- Duration
- 1h 30m
Akaroa Nature and History Private Tour: 7th Generation Guide
- 20 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h
Lowest price (4)
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Harbour, Giants House & Cheese FactoryTwo-and-a-half-hour guided tour of Akaroa from the wharf with stops at the crater rim, a local cheese factory, and the Giants House gardens: timed to fit cruise ship schedules.
- 19 reviews
- 4.26★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Every day
- 11:00
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Harbour, Cheese & Sheep FarmJoin a 2.5-hour guided tour of Akaroa Harbour and township, visit a working farm for cheese tastings, sheepdog demonstrations, and shearing.
- 11 reviews
- 4.55★
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Every day
- 14:00
Akaroa electric bike tour: Guided ride with Scott e-bikesGuided 2-hour e-bike tour of Akaroa on Scott pedal-assist mountain bikes with helmets and safety gear, suitable for all fitness levels.
- 18 reviews
- 4.78★
- Duration
- 2h
- Every day
- 10:45
Akaroa Self-Guided Electric Scooter Tour: East Coast at Your PaceRide an electric scooter along Akaroa's east coast with a detailed trail map, picnic set and rider training included.
- 12 reviews
- 5.00★
- Duration
- 3h–7h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 3
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Akaroa Shore Excursion: Banks Peninsula HighlightsShore excursion from Akaroa combining Banks Peninsula scenery, Christchurch city tour with 2011 earthquake sites.
- 14 reviews
- 3.57★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:00
Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in AkaroaPedal the Crater Loop on an electric Scott mountain bike and paddle through Akaroa's marine reserve on the same day with a local guide.
- 3 reviews
- 4.67★
- Duration
- 5h 30m
- start times · Every day
- 2
Akaroa Shore Excursion: Wildlife Reserve TourPickup at Akaroa Wharf at 10:30am, then drive through Banks Peninsula to Christchurch Botanic Gardens, a city tour.
- 26 reviews
- 3.65★
- Duration
- 6h
- Every day
- 10:00
Akaroa at a glance ✓ 2026-11-05
- Most booked: Akaroa Dolphins & Seals: 2-Hour Harbour Cruise with Wine, NZ$ 140 (2h, 4.96★ · 2,293).
- Top rated: Akaroa Sea Kayaking: Hector Dolphins & Marine Reserve, NZ$ 135 (2h–3h, 4.84★ · 161).
- Best value: Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise: Hector's Dolphins & Seals, NZ$ 130 (2h, 4.74★ · 361).
Of the 18 experiences: 12 with free cancellation, 17 with instant confirmation, 3 with hotel pickup and 15 bookable last-minute.