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Akaroa Eco-Safari Full-Day Tour from Christchurch provided by Maossie Tours

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Akaroa Eco-Safari Full-Day Tour from Christchurch
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  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Hand sanitizer available to travellers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
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Overview
The best of Banks Peninsula! Enjoy a harbour cruise with Hector dolphins, a nature safari with wild penguins and experience the serenity of tame, friendly Alpacas. Finish off the day with a wine tasting at the very special French Peak vineyard.
Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    Rolleston Avenue
    Or, you can also get picked up
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  • Pass by
    Banks Peninsula
  • 1
    Akaroa
    Stop: 60 minutes
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  • 2
    Pōhatu / Flea Bay
    Stop: 2 hours
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  • 3
    Akaroa Harbour
    Stop: 2 hours
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  • 4
    Shamarra Alpacas
    Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included
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  • 5
    French Peak Wines
    Stop: 60 minutes - Admission included
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  • You'll end at
    Rolleston Avenue
    Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
    Alongside Canterbury Museum, Rolleston Ave Central Christchurch, near the corner of Worcester Blvd.
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Important Information
Departure Point
Rolleston Avenue, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8013, New Zealand
Duration
9–10 hours
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Lunch
  • Soda/Pop
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • wine-tasting and afternoon platter
  • Harbour cruise seeking the rare Hector’s dolphin
  • Interactive tour of a high-country alpaca farm
  • Nature safari by local conservationists looking after a wild penguin colony near Akaroa
  • Entry/Admission - Shamarra Alpacas
  • Entry/Admission - French Peak Wines
Exclusions
  • Gratuities
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Additional Info
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Most travellers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travellers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
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Leydy A wrote a review Jan 2021
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Amazing eco-safari day tour
This was such a lovely experience! Gary was very kind, friendly and he made sure we enjoyed every activity scheduled as well as the lookouts. What an amazing day full of animals and scenic landscapes!
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Date of experience: January 2021
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We were very fortunate in having great weather on the day, adding to the enjoyment
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Tour with Maossie.
Fantastic trip. Tour guide Gary made the day most enjoyable with his professionalism, knowledge and great personali…
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Schmerly
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Great Day
We had a great tour in the Aoraki-Mt Cook area with Gary from Maossie Tours. Gary is very friendly and knowledgeabl…
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zyz0
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Absolutely Amazing
The best and amazing tour I’ve ever had. I’m glad that I took this trip when I went to Christchurch. Gary (who is a…
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729rainel
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Great one day trip with amazing views
The Maossie Tours are very friendly, dedicated and professional, I was given hand sanitizer and snacks the moment I…
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alisonw526
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A great day.
A brilliant day out with Gary. Weather not brilliant but still had a great day. Excellent driver too.
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MVarma
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Fantastic trip
I was a bit apprehensive about traveling with 3 children (5,14,15) but we had the whole bus to ourselves with 2 of …
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TrevorR1147
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Wonderful views of the McKenzie County and Aoraki and the Tasman Glacier.
A wonderful day. Gary is a proficient, friendly, and informative guy, and an accomplished driver. His Mercedes coac…
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blackwateris
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Amazing day out.
It was an amazing day out, fantastic views. Aoraki-Mt Cook was just a cherry on the cake. It blew me away... Most s…
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moonyounglee
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an amazing day trip
It should be a must do in chch. Wherever you go what you see is way more than you expect. Would definitely recommen…
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LuchoKerr
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Informative, comfortable and personalised.
A fantastic and very personalised trip! I joined a small group of 3 and instantly felt comfortable and engaged. Gar…
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Siilymoose
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Amazing Experience
Gary was a very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable host. The mini-coach was super comfortable, had Wifi and USB …
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RonaldAquino92
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Amazing/memorable
Had an amazing experience with Jim and Garry. Very informative and memorable tour. The tour was well planned. Very…
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annettej770
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Great day of wonderful scenery and great tour guides
What a wonderful trip! Gary & Nicole were super tour guides, full of informative narration and interesting stories…
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Ryan W
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Lovely people Lovely scenery
What a spectacular trip this was. We were picked up from our hotel and given an amazing tour of the local area on t…
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wjb35242
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Long day worth every minute
While seeing majestic Mt Cook, the Tasman glacier, and the turquoise waters of Lakes Pukaki and Tekapo alone can j…
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Key Details
  • Duration: 9–10 hours
  • Mobile Ticket Accepted
  • Free Cancellation up to 24 hours in advance
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  • Pickup offered
  • Languages Offered: English
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