Experience a whale, dolphin, seal or penguin encounter in Akaroa and Banks Peninsula, Christchurch, New Zealand. Take an Akaroa and Banks Peninsula whale or dolphin watching cruise, swim with whales or dolphins. Akaroa and Banks Peninsula whale watching, swimming with the dolphins is famous.

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Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Whales, Dolphins, Seals and Penguins

Akaroa is located on Banks Peninsula, the most prominent volcanic feature of the South Island, about 82 kilometres by road from Christchurch City.

Experience a whale, dolphin, seal or penguin encounter in Akaroa and Banks Peninsula, Christchurch, New Zealand. Take a whale or dolphin watching cruise, swim with whales or dolphins.

Select whales, dolphins, seals and penguins in Akaroa and Banks Peninsula, Christchurch, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Christchurch area.

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  • AKAROA DOLPHINS - Akaroa

    Come to delightful, historic Akaroa. Experience a journey of discovery through millions of years of fascinating history and natural heritage. Step aboard our stylish new catamaran for the nature cruise of a lifetime around a natural wonder—Akaroa Harbour. See marine birdlife, seals, penguins and the rare Hector's dolphin...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 304 7866
    Toll Free
    0800 990 102 (only within NZ)
    Address
    65 Beach Road, Akaroa, New Zealand
    Map
    Click to see the location map

 

  • AKAROA DOLPHINS - Akaroa

    Come to delightful, historic Akaroa. Experience a journey of discovery through millions of years of fascinating history and natural heritage. Step aboard our stylish new catamaran for the nature cruise of a lifetime around a natural wonder—Akaroa Harbour. See marine birdlife, seals, penguins and the rare Hector's dolphin...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 304 7866
    Toll Free
    0800 990 102 (only within NZ)
    Address
    65 Beach Road, Akaroa, New Zealand
    Map
    Click to see the location map
  • BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and Akaroa

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    The two beautiful harbours near Christchurch are home to the rare and playful Hectors Dolphin. Join us on a two-hour nature cruise where you will also see fur seals, penguins and other marine birdlife. Swimming with dolphins is available in Akaroa Harbour. Winner of the Supreme Tourism Award 2003/4...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 328 9078
    Address
    Jetty B, Lyttleton Wharf or Main Wharf, Akaroa, New Zealand
  • POHATU PENGUINS - Akaroa, Banks Peninsula

    Pohatu is the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. 4WD safaris enable you to visit this remote and beautiful area, meet the local experts and learn of conservation and day-to-day life of white-flippered penguins within the large Pohatu Colony. Sea kayaking safaris give great wildlife viewing opportunities and allow the adventurous to explore New Zealand's spectacular coastline...(more)

    Phone
    +64 3 304 8552
    Address
    Pohatu-Flea Bay, Banks Peninsula, South Island, New Zealand
    Map
    Click to see the location map

Related Attractions and Activities Categories: [Bird Watching and Sanctuaries] [Cruises - Day and Overnight] [Farm] [Natural Wildlife] [Whales, Dolphins, Seals and Penguins]

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