Discover playful, rare New Zealand Hector's dolphins, fur seals, penguins and many other kinds of sea birds, on Akaroa Harbour.
Discover the natural beauty and fascinating wildlife on Akaroa Harbour with an amazing 2-hour cruise aboard the Black Cat, a spacious, modern catamaran specifically built for sight-seeing.
Departing from Akaroa, you'll soak up sweeping scenic views over the Harbour from the purpose-built viewing decks while enjoying enthralling commentary from the skipper on-board.
While cruising, you'll discover and get up close to playful New Zealand Hector's dolphins, fur seals, penguins and a wide range of sea birds! Not only that, but we'll cruise past a host of local landmarks and points of interest including the stunning volcanic formation of Cathedral Cave, plus you'll see relics of Maori and colonial history, and see a modern working salmon farm.
Dolphins are sighted on 95% of our trips, if you do not see dolphins we will give you a voucher to go again another day.
Voted one of the top 101 things to do in New Zealand by local New Zealanders.
Product Extras: If you need to book additional spaces for adults or children, this can be done on your way to checkout.
Had a lovely time on my birthday. The boat was pretty quiet compared to normal I guess, but that didn't damper the crew spirits! Great commentary on the history and wildlife, loved spotting the seals and penguins. I'm pretty sure I wasn't the only one at over an hour in when we hadn't seen dolphins was a little disappointed...however moments later we were surrounded! Thanks so much for a lovy morning. :)
One of the best organised nature cruise, professional team & the captain leads from the front Thoroughly enjoyed the tour Recommended
We like sailing through the big waves - it was like a roller coaster. The highlight was seeing those dolphins. Thank you for the fun experience!
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Nyaradzai Garakasha from Australia wrote on 23 January 2020
The best excursion money can buy!
It was fantastic cruise and a real treat for seing nature at its best. Seeing seals, dolphins and penguins in their natural habitat was amazing for adults and the kids.
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