Welcome to Akaroa

EcoSeaker trips are longer including a harbour tour with a 90.5% success rate for your dolphin swim encounter.Things you are likely to see and encounter, 1000 foot cliffs, Sea Archers, Amazing Volcanic Formations, Caves, Marine Farms, White Flippered Blue Penguins, Albatross and other Sea Birds, Akaroa Marine Reserve, Nikau Palm Gully Reserve, Occasional Blowholes.

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• Dalys Wharf, Akaroa
• 0800 326 794
• dolphins@ecoseaker.nz

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The historic French Village of Akaroa and its spectacular harbour is just a 90 minutes drive from Christchurch. Here you can cruise around an extinct volcanic crater and experience majestic scenery and Akaroa dolphins on daily harbour cruises.Voted the number 1 wildlife activity in New Zealand, your award winning cruise is packed with highlights including the rare, NZ native dolphin - the Hector's Dolphin, as well as penguins and other sea birds. And you'll see giant volcanic sea cliffs and hear about Akaroa's fascinating past. Cruises depart every day, weather permitting. Also on the trip you will catch glimpses of the White Flippered Blue Penguin, the smallest penguin in the world. There are many different bird species in the harbour, including five different cormorant (shag) species and the endangered yellow-eyed penguin. You'll also see New Zealand Fur Seals sunning themselves on the rocks near Seal Bay.

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• Akaroa Main Wharf, Akaroa, Akaroa
• 0800 436 574
• akaroa@blackcat.co.nz

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With Black Cat Cruises you will enjoy a once in a lifetime experience; it's the ultimate dolphin experience by swimming with the Hector's Dolphin. Hector’s dolphins are protected in Akaroa Harbour by a marine mammal sanctuary and our cruise gives you the chance to see these beautiful marine mammals close up in their natural habitat.Hector's dolphins are endemic to New Zealand, meaning that you will not find them anywhere else in the world, and Akaroa is the only place you can take a trip out to swim with them. They are also the world's smallest and rarest dolphin. An encounter with a Hector's dolphin in the wild is truly a once in a lifetime experience. This is possibly why Black Cat Cruises dolphin swim experience is listed in the Lonely Planet guide as on of the 'Top 10 Marine Mammal Experiences in The World'!

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• Akaroa Main Wharf, Akaroa , Akaroa
• 0800 436 574
• akaroa@blackcat.co.nz

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Banks Peninsula is one of the few places you can see one of the smallest marine dolphins in the world. They are less than 1.5 meters in length and can live up to 20 years. Females only have 4-5 calves in a lifetime. Calving usually happens between November and February. The NZ fur seal dives deeper (200 meters) and longer (10 minutes) than any other fur seal. Pups are born in November to January. Back in the 1800's they were hunted to the brink of extinction. Since their protection in 1978, their numbers seem to be recovering. Enjoy Little Blue Penguins (Eudyptula minor albosignata) The white flippered variety.The best place to see these delightful, tiny penguins is during the day, out on the water where they are fishing. At only 25 cm tall, they are the world's smallest penguin. Discover many different Seabirds Terns, gannets, albatross, petrels, shearwaters and shags--they will amaze you with their speed and beauty. We can take you close to their nesting sites and watch them fishing.

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• Akaroa Main Wharf, Akaroa, 7520, Akaroa
• 0800 126 278
• info@coastupclose.co.nz

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Join us for a fun morning out on the water.Our small boat is ideal for an intimate dolphin encounter! With only one trip per day we are not in a rush and will take plenty of time to ensure you get the best experience possible.

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• 89 Hamiltons Road Akaroa, Akaroa
• 03 304 7066
• onukuhostel@hotmail.co.nz

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Let our crew, including our dolphin spotting dogs, take you on a journey of discovery. Enjoy the fascinating history and amazing wildlife on our stylish vessel 'Into the Blue'. A more intimate and luxurious experience, offering complimentary drinks, including award winning wine, beer and home baking. We are 100% locally owned and operated; ranked Number 1 on TripAdvisor for Boat Tours in Akaroa; winners of the Champion Canterbury Business Award for Tourism in 2015; and Rankers winner of Dolphin Watching Experience in 2013. Having a proven track record for offering an unforgettable nature cruise experience you will not be disappointed.

For discounts bookings must be made in person, or by calling 03 304 7866.

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• 65 Beach Road, Akaroa, Akaroa
• 0800 99 01 02
• cruise@akaroadolphins.co.nz

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Must be purchased at Christchurch TOP 10 Reception.

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• 38 Orchard Road, Christchurch

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Sail with the dolphins in the crater of an extinct volcano on New Zealand’s oldest gaffed rigged ketch and enjoy the wildlife of Akaroa Harbour up close. Relax and soak up the sun, sea and hills or take part as one of the crew. See Hectors dolphins, yellow-eyed and blue penguins, New Zealand fur seals, albatross and other sea birds. Be surrounded by giant volcanic sea cliffs, caves and rock formations along the journey. A guaranteed highlight of your trip that you will remember for the rest of your life.

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• Akaroa Daly's Wharf, Akaroa
• 0800 369 7245
• info@akaroafoxsail.co.nz

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Walk in and check out our well-stocked late night Bottleshop. We have a wide range of popular beers, wines, spirits and mixers. Many are available chilled from our fridges and we also sell ice.

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• 6 Rue Lavaud Akaroa, akaroa
• 03-304 7011

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With an unmatched stunning backdrop, Hilltop Cafe & Bar is the perfect place to stop in and relax grab a bite to eat and a refreshment.

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• 5207 Christchurch Akaroa Rd, Little River 7591, Akaroa Little River
• 03 3251 005
• info.hilltoptavern@gmail.com

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We offer a unique Mediterranean dining experience and a casual atmosphere. We are very proud of our local Akaroa salmon which is served daily in our restaurant.

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• 40F Rue Lavaud Akaroa, Akaroa
• 03 304 7714
• vangionis@xtra.co.nz

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Open year round, 7 days for breakfast, lunch and dinner or enjoy a drink from our extensive beverage list. We offer a number of dining areas from our street frontage over looking the picturesque Akaroa harbour to a sheltered courtyard with childrens play area. We also have a children's menu. If you have enquires about conference or special function catering please visit our web site. Our menus are also on our web site. Open every day 8am until late.

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• 57 Beach Road, Akaroa
• 03 304 7533
• wayne@bullyhayes.co.nz

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In half an hour we take you through the village, up Settler’s Hill, back through the village up Lighthouse Rd for a view of the town and harbour, out to Onuku Marae, back to Akaroa past the lighthouse and return to the main wharf. In one hour get even higher up on the Summit Rd. Ride the rim of the volcano with photo stops along the way to the Okains Bay intersection. Enjoy the spectacular views across Akaroa harbour as you head down Okains Bay Rd to Robinsons Bay. The one and a half and two hour tours go further around the Summit Rd. Three hour tours go to Okains Bay and Little Akaloa or to Little River as well as the Summit Rd. Four and a half hours will get you to She Universe Chocolate Cafe at Governors Bay via Gebbies Pass, over Dyers Pass, around the base of the Port Hills and back to Akaroa with stops on the way for photos and commentary.

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• 38 Tizzards Rd, Robinsons Bay, RD1 Akaroa, Akaroa 7581, New Zealand
• 03-304 8946
• sue@matuagardens.co.nz

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Enjoy shopping on the esplanade for exclusive home wares and artwork, quirky kiwiana and quality NZ souvenirs. Studio 67 is the perfect place to find your holiday mementos or a treasured gift for friends and family. We also stock those little things you’ve forgotten to pack for special occasions. À bientôt. Open 10.00 am - 5.00 pm, seven days.

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• 67 Beach road, Akaroa, Akaroa
• 03 304 8750
• studiosixtyseven09@gmail.com

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A visit to this 5th, 6th and now 7th generation family, descendants of the earliest French settlers on Banks Peninsula, is thought provoking and entertaining whilst it educates you on how farming has developed from 1837 to the present day.

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• 113 Beach Rd Akaroa, Akaroa
• 03 304 8511
• info@akaroafarmtours.com

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$1 off single boat hire $2 off double boat hire

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• 2 Cambridge Terrace, Christchurch
• +64 3 366 5885
• kitchen@boatsheds.co.nz

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Our hot air balloon flights offer panoramic views across the fertile Canterbury plains to the Southern Alps. 10% discount to TOP 10 Club Card members

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• 0508 4balloon (0508 42 25 56)
• info@ballooningcanterbury.co.nz

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Save 10% of our Nature Cruise and Dolphin Swim

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• Akaroa Main Wharf, Akaroa
• +64 3 304 7641
• akaroa@blackcat.co.nz

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$2 discount per player OR family concession for 2A & 2C available

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• 21 King Edward Terrace, Christchurch
• 03 384 1566
• caddyshackchch@gmail.com

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One of Christchurch's most beloved attractions. 10% off adult ticket on presentation of TOP 10 Club Card

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• 7 Rolleston Ave, Christchurch Central
• 0800 88 22 23
• info@christchurchattractions.nz

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Enjoy 20% off food and beverage at the Grand Cafe, located within Christchurch Casino. Collect your voucher from the team at Christchurch TOP 10 Holiday Park. Limit one voucher per club card.

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• 30 Victoria St,, Christchurch
• 03 372 8892

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10% off on presentation of TOP 10 Club Card only. Valid on standard entry tickets only. Not valid on any other discount, combo tickets or other promotions.

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• 10 Bridle Path Rd, Christchurch
• +64 3 384 0310
• gondola@welcomeaboard.co.nz

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Free breads & spreads valued at $12 with main meal purchase. Only valid with voucher issued from Christchurch TOP 10 Holiday Park. Only one voucher per club card.

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• 3/478 Cranford Stree, Redwood・Christchurch
• 03-352 3232
• cranford@costastaverna.co.nz

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When you dine with us, present your TOP 10 Club card to receive 15% off your total bill.

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• 2/478 Cranford Street, Papanui
• 03-352 7784

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Akaroa is a small seaside settlement, 80 kilometers by road from Christchurch. The Maori name translates as 'long bay' and refers to the harbour, in the crater of an extinct volcano that has been flooded by the sea. The township was founded in 1840 as the only attempt by the French to colonise New Zealand.

​Our trips visit places where the volcanic formation of the Banks Peninsula and the effects of erosion by waves and weather are vividly displayed. We pass historic sites of national significance and observe native flora and fauna, from palm trees to penguins, albatrosses to whatever else is out there in their wild and natural habitats.

​Please let us know when booking if you have a particular interest, e.g. geology, seabirds, landscape photography, etc... We will do our best to tailor each trip to suit the preferences of the passengers on board. Of course, the weather and sea conditions will also influence where we go and what we see.

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• Main Beach Road Main Wharf Akaroa, Akaroa
• 0800 226 273
• info@southernwanderer.co.nz

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