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Home/Destinations/Christchurch/Akaroa Harbour

Akaroa Harbour Tours

A French-flavoured bay: day trips from Christchurch reach Akaroa, a pretty harbour town on Banks Peninsula, with cruises to spot rare Hector’s dolphins, seals and penguins in a volcanic bay. A scenic coastal escape.

73 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Akaroa: Hector's Dolphins Nature Cruise from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa: Hector's Dolphins Nature Cruise from Christchurch
8–9 hours
from$204/ person
via Viator
Christchurch To Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour(Including Ticket)
Christchurch
Christchurch To Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour(Including Ticket)
5.0(1)·8–10 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Akaroa 8hr Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Dolphin Cruise
Christchurch
Akaroa 8hr Tour: Lunch, Transport, Guide. Optional Dolphin Cruise
5.0(5)·7–8 hours
from$332/ person
via Viator
Private Akaroa Day Trip and Nature Cruise from Christchurch
Christchurch
Private Akaroa Day Trip and Nature Cruise from Christchurch
8 hours
from$459/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
3.8(37)·9 hours
from$221/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa Full Day Tour Including Harbor Nature Cruise from Christchurch
5.0(1)·9 hours
from$373/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch with Scenic Harbour Views
Christchurch
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch with Scenic Harbour Views
7 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
5.0(7)·7–8 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Luxury Experience with Alpaca Farm and Dolphin Watching
Christchurch
Akaroa Luxury Experience with Alpaca Farm and Dolphin Watching
8–9 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)
Christchurch
Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Twin Harbour Tour (Lyttelton & Akaroa)
3.6(5)·8 hours
from$166/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Kaikoura
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
4.4(193)·11 hours
from$224/ person
via Viator
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)
Christchurch
Private Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch (Carbon Neutral)
5.0(1)·8–9 hours
from$792/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch with Giants House
Christchurch
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch with Giants House
8–9 hours
from$144/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
5.0(10)·9 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo
Christchurch
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo
4.9(15)·13h 30min
from$198/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch
4.2(9)·2 days
from$563/ person
via Viator
Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch
Christchurch
Castle Hill & Arthur Pass Day Trip From Christchurch
4.8(6)·9 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter
Christchurch
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Dolphin Encounter
5.0(1)·8–10 hours
from$223/ person
via Viator
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Private Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Private Day Trip from Christchurch
5–6 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand
Christchurch
Customizable Private Tour in Christchurch New Zealand
4–6 hours
from$1,500/ person
via Viator
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic
Christchurch
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic
1 hour
from$982/ person
via Viator
Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip
Christchurch
Christchurch: Sheep Farm, Lunch and Winery Day Trip
5.0(63)·6 hours
from$198/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Coastal Discovery Day Tour from Christchurch or Lyttelton
Christchurch
Akaroa Coastal Discovery Day Tour from Christchurch or Lyttelton
9 hours
from$511/ person
via Viator
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers
Christchurch
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers
4.8(4)·7–8 hours
from$187/ person
via Viator
10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour
Christchurch
10 Days and 9 Nights New Zealand South Island Tour
10 days
from$3,731/ person
via Viator
Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine
Christchurch
Christchurch to Franz Josef One Way Day Tour with TranzAlpine
5.0(33)·12 hours
from$324/ person
via Viator
Lyttelton 8hr Shore Ex: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch, Transport, Sml Grp
Christchurch
Lyttelton 8hr Shore Ex: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch, Transport, Sml Grp
5.0(3)·6–7 hours
from$332/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch
5.0(17)·10–13 hours
from$192/ person
via Viator
Private 8hr Shore Exc: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch & Transport Included.
Christchurch
Private 8hr Shore Exc: Akaroa. Guide, Lunch & Transport Included.
4.9(7)·6–7 hours
from$488/ person
via Viator
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Jet Boat Day Trip from Christchurch
4.4(17)·8h 30min
from$141/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group
Christchurch
Kaikōura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group
4.4(11)·8–10 hours
from$218/ person
via Viator
Lake Pukaki and Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch
Christchurch
Lake Pukaki and Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch
12 hours
from$129/ person
via Viator
Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport
Christchurch
Guided Hike & Scenic Drive: Christchurch. 8hr. Lunch & Transport
5.0(4)·3–7 hours
from$189/ person
via Viator
Private 8h Scenic Drive & Hike Christchurch Lunch Guide Transport
Christchurch
Private 8h Scenic Drive & Hike Christchurch Lunch Guide Transport
5.0(2)·8 hours
from$244/ person
via Viator
Private Christchurch Highlights Shore Excursion (Lyttelton) 3.5hr
Christchurch
Private Christchurch Highlights Shore Excursion (Lyttelton) 3.5hr
3h 30min
from$244/ person
via Viator
Christchurch day tour: Jet Boat the Rakaia Gorge & visit Methven
Christchurch
Christchurch day tour: Jet Boat the Rakaia Gorge & visit Methven
4–6 hours
from$126/ person
via Viator

Akaroa Harbour in Christchurch — FAQ

What is Akaroa?
A charming harbour town on Banks Peninsula, founded by French settlers, near Christchurch.
Can you see dolphins at Akaroa?
Yes — harbour cruises spot the rare Hector’s dolphin, plus seals and penguins.
How far is Akaroa from Christchurch?
It is about 1.5 hours away and a popular day trip.

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