Akaroa Nature Cruise & (Optional) Wine Tastings

Prices below are displayed in NZD

Price: Per person (based on group size)(excluding wine tasting)

1. 1 Crew – $449.99 
2. 2 Crew – $229.99 per person 
3. 3 or more Crew – $149.99 per person 

Deposit

To secure the tour operating, a $149.99 per person deposit ($214.99 with wine tasting) is required at the time of booking.

This deposit confirms the departure regardless of final group size and allows us to schedule vehicles, winery access, and staffing in advance.

At the time of pickup:

1. If 3 or more crew are attending, no additional payment is required.
2. If there are 1–2 crew attending, the remaining balance for the applicable group rate is payable to driver on pickup.

Duration: Approx. 5.5 – 8 hours (depending on post-cruise activities)

🎟 Step 1: Book Your Dolphin Cruise

Your Dolphin & Nature Cruise ticket must be purchased directly with the cruise operator before confirming this tour with us.

Primary provider:

1. Akaroa Dolphins – Book the 10:15am sailing BOOK HERE

If unavailable:

1. Black Cat Cruises – Book the 10:45am sailing BOOK HERE

🕢 Tour Overview

Departure: 7:30am from hotel

Drive Time: Approx. 1.5 - 2hours to Akaroa via the scenic Banks Peninsula

Cruise Duration: Approx. 2 hours

Experience the wildlife-rich waters of Akaroa Harbour, home to:

1. The world’s smallest dolphin – the Hector's dolphin
2. New Zealand fur seals
3. Little blue penguins
4. Dramatic sea caves and volcanic coastline

🥂 After the Cruise – Choose Your Experience

Following the cruise, you may:

1. Enjoy time for lunch in Akaroa village
2. Wander the boutique shops and waterfront
3. Or upgrade your tour with a winery stop

🍷 Optional Winery Add-On

Add a wine tasting and charcuterie board to your experience (select during booking under “Add Ons”).

1. Subject to availability on your selected tour date
2. Our preferred winery is closed on Mondays
3. If unavailable on a Monday, we will attempt to secure an alternative
4. If no suitable winery is available, this add-on will be refunded

If you prefer not to include wine tasting, simply select No Thanks during booking.

🕒 Return to Christchurch

Depart Akaroa approx. 3:00pm–4:00pm

(Exact timing depends on your selected activities.)

✅ Included

1. Hotel pick-up and drop-off
2. Bottled water for each crew member
3. Wine tasting & charcuterie board (if selected as add-on)

❌ Not Included

1. Dolphin & Nature Cruise ticket
2. Meals (unless winery add-on selected)
3. Additional activities
4. Gratuities

🧥 What to Bring

1. Warm jacket (coastal conditions can be cool and windy)
2. Comfortable walking shoes
3. Sunglasses & sunscreen

Weather jackets are typically available onboard boats if required.

Debit/Credit Card surcharge applies.

Cancellation policy applies – click here for full details.