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Nature & Wildlife Tours in Akaroa
THE 10 BEST Akaroa Nature & Wildlife Tours
Nature & Wildlife Tours in Akaroa
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On the Water
2 hours
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Recommended by 99% of travellers
99% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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$120
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On the Water
2 hours
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Recommended by 95% of travellers
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$109
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Swim with Dolphins
3 hours
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$219
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Zoo Tickets
1 hour
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Recommended by 98% of travellers
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$55
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Bus Tours
6–7 hours
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$450
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Bus Tours
6 hours
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$185
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Night Tours
1–2 hours
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$99
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$650
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4WD Tours
6+ hours
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$665
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On the Water
6+ hours
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$340
per adult
Bus Tours
6–7 hours
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$399
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Eco Tours
30 minutes
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$20
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Zoo Tickets
6+ hours
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$1,571
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4WD Tours
6+ hours
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Recommended by 97% of travellers
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$395
per adult
4WD Tours
6+ hours
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$299
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Adventure Tours
2–3 hours
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Recommended by 98% of travellers
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$220
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$199
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$370
per adult
4WD Tours
6+ hours
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Recommended by 95% of travellers
95% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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$695
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Bus Tours
5 hours
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$199
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Full-day Tours
6+ hours
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$399
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Historical Tours
6 hours
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Recommended by 100% of travellers
100% of reviewers gave this product a bubble rating of 4 or higher.
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$300
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Rail Tours
6+ hours
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$550
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Bus Tours
3+ days
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$1,995
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$2,199
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Climbing
6+ hours
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$399
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$5,695
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Climbing
1 day
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$449
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What travellers are saying
- Brian CSydney, Australia3 contributionsGreat scenic full day trip to Akaroa. Includes stops on the way there and back. Convenient Hotel pick-up and drop-off. The very knowledgeable and entertaining Scotty was our Driver/Guide.Written 2 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LittleGreenKiwisChristchurch, New Zealand1 contributionWe had a wonderful time with our 4 year old.
The skipper had lots of interesting stories to tell, and we enjoyed seeing the lava cave and seals as well as so many dolphins.
Our kid loved the free juice and cookie, and the crew were kind and helpful.
Our kid can be a bit shy around dogs, but Arbie the dolphin dog was so sweet and mellow that it wasn't an issue.Written 14 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Vicki B3 contributionsExcellent and informative wildlife and local history tour- relaxed and friendly staff- very comfortable boat. Highly recommend.Written 13 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Stephanie R1 contributionFriendly staff who looked after us well and answered all of our questions. They worked hard to make sure we had a good experience! Loved our experience swimming with the dolphins.Written 25 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter TolandChristchurch, NZ4 contributionsOutstanding customer service from the two guides (a chirpy lady from Malaysia, and a young man from Taiwan). Both were friendly and knowledgeable, ensuring lots of interaction with the cutest four-footers on earth. Many thanks. 10/10 for our 4pm visit on July 18th 2024.Written 19 July 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Edmundo_de_ABQAlbuquerque, NM1,272 contributionsThe drive from Akaroa where ships dock, through Banks Peninsula to Christchurch is a long but interesting drive where you see much of the countryside. Christchurch is a magnificent city. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is a family owned and operated place where animals are displayed for public viewing. They advertise that they participate in conservation of Kiwi's and other wildlife. If you imagine that this is a vast wildlife sanctuary it's not. It was interesting to go inside the Kiwi habitat they've created and also to go inside the large bird enclosures.Written 7 February 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Voyager262221003932 contributionsThe Virtual Stargazing Tour (Indoors) was fantastic, We also did the Night Awe tour (Outside) chilly evening, nice hot drinks. Loved looking through the telescope, we saw Saturn and its ring, Amazing !!! We learnt so much about the Planets and the stars. Luca is so passionate, enthusiastic and knowledgeable. We definitely recommend doing this when you are in AkaroaWritten 16 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kristy M3 contributionsWhat an amazing experience.
Anuj our driver was so informative and so friendly providing snacks and drinks for us and keeping us up to date with all of his knowledge about the local area.
Swimming with the Hector's dolphins was unreal and the alpacas were so cute and cuddly. Definitely recommend this tour.Written 16 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Gail S2 contributionsOur tour guide SUE SZABO picked us up before sunrise & took us to a Christchurch (CHch) overlook to watch the sun rise, hit the city, and "pink up" the distant mountains. She knew which scenic route to take leaving CHch for more great views. When she learned my interest in birding, she made several stops so I could do some photography. She has a wealth of knowledge about CHch and the area from CHch to Akaroa. We enjoyed a morning tea stop at a cozy restaurant/art gallery as well as a tasty lunch by the Akaroa Harbour. We hit the jackpot on our Dolphin watching cruise with a pair of Hector's dolphins obligingly appearing as well as albatrosses attending to our tour boat for many minutes. Then she introduced us to her pearl-selling friend, and now I have a snazzy new necklace! Sue is a very accommodating guide, and I hope you will get to enjoy her professional, informative service. She's great!Written 31 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Ian WSydney, Australia6 contributionsBoat crew very good.Patience needed to bob around in cool water trying to see dolphins An experienceWritten 30 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
