Akaroa is a small, historic town nestled in the heart of an extinct volcano on the Banks Peninsula, in Christchurch, New Zealand. Banks Peninsula is a rugged, volcanic peninsula jutting out from the Canterbury region. Little River and Akaroa are the main two villages on the Banks Peninsula. Akaroa is a popular tourist holiday destination.
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Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula

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

Related Christchurch - Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Regions: [Addington] [Christchurch] [Christchurch Airport] [Christchurch Central] [Christchurch East] [Lyttelton] [Christchurch North] [Christchurch South] [Christchurch West] [Ilam] [Merivale] [Papanui] [Riccarton] [Sockburn] [Sumner]

 

  • AKAROA JET ADVENTURES - Akaroa, Canterbury (Sporting Fun) See wonderful Akaroa Harbour from a new perspective—feel the wind in your hair and the buzz as you power through...
  • AKAROA TOP 10 HOLIDAY PARK - Akaroa, Banks Peninsula (Campsites and Holiday Parks) Stunning views across the majestic Akaroa harbour, and only a 300-metre walk to the main street—the ideal getaway from busy...
  • AKAROA VILLAGE INN - Akaroa (Conference and Convention Centres) Situated in the heart of Akaroa village, directly opposite the main wharf and offering a range of accommodation options. The...
  • BLACK CAT CRUISES - Christchurch and Akaroa (Eco and Nature Tours) The beautiful harbour of Akaroa near Christchurch is home to the rare, playful Hector's Dolphin. Join our two-hour nature cruise...
  • COAST UP CLOSE AKAROA CRUISES - Akaroa (Cruise Ship Tours) Your exciting boat cruise will take you outside Akaroa Harbour on Banks Peninsula beside steep cliffs, archways and sea caves....
  • GARTHOWEN - Akaroa (Lodges and Retreats) NEW, LUXURY and WATERFRONT. Be one of the first to enjoy our hospitality at Garthowen, Akaroa's newest bed and breakfast...
  • GOLD BAND TAXIS - Christchurch & Canterbury (Cruise Ship Tours) Christchurch offers the visitor a wide range of things to do and see. Whether you only have an hour or...
  • KAWATEA FARM - Akaroa (Homestays) Gracious historic homestead with stained-glass windows, plaster ceiling roses, a carved fireplace and polished kauri floors. Completely refurbished. Set in...
  • LA ROCHELLE MOTEL - Akaroa (Motels and Motor Lodges) Nine superior self-contained luxury motel units in Akaroa. Smoke-free, serviced daily, spa bath units, king and queen-size beds, Sky TV,...
  • MAISON DE LA MER - Akaroa (Bookings) Wide sea views captivate you from every room in this gracious and elegant waterfront home, in the centre of Akaroa...
  • PAUA BAY FARMSTAY - Akaroa (Cruise Ship Tours) Participate in farm life, gather shellfish or observe seals and the occasional penguin on the private beach of Paua Bay....
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