Experience the best of Akaroa and Banks Peninsula with an exciting scenic day tour onboard the Akaroa Shuttle!
Departing from Christchurch City Centre our convenient return service will take you on a day out to get a taste of Banks Peninsula.
Leaving the city skirting around the base of the port hills, travel through leafy outlying suburbs, prime farmland and lakes Ellesmere and Forsyth.
Stop at the Hill Top for the perfect selfie with the Akaroa Harbour as a stunning backdrop.
Arriving in Akaroa there is plenty of time for wandering around the quaint streets, enjoying the many shops, visit the Giants House or take a harbour cruise and spot some dolphins.
So join us and discover the very best of Akaroa with our fast and friendly shuttle service, that includes interesting commentary!
Duration: Travel time between Christchurch and Akaroa 1.5 - 2 hours
Trip Times: 8.30am depart Christchurch (departs from Rolleston Avenue outside Canterbury Museum) 3.45pm depart Akaroa (daily Oct – April)
Please Note: Return travel may be arranged for an alternate day rather than the same day. Please contact the tour operator directly to arrange if required.
Thanks for the review, and pleased it met expectations.
Hi Jade, thanks for the reviewing. We are sorry our service departed late on this day. It was good news that your day in Akaroa was enjoyable and you found our service a convenient way to visit Akaroa for a day.
Hi Mary Thanks for the review. We are pleased your enjoyed your trip and were able to take some photos of stunning Akaroa.
Hi Katia Thank you for the review, we are pleased you enjoyed the trip.
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Service ponctuel. Chauffeur très professionnel et sympathique. Commentaires donnés sur les environs de notre parcours.
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