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Southern Wanderer - Akaroa Scenic Wildlife Cruises
Join Southern Wanderer for an unforgettable early morning or midday cruise along Akaroa's picturesque Banks Peninsula coast!
Highlights
- Small groups of 8 passengers max allowing for a more private cruise
- Enjoy the sailing and viewing the spectacular views of the Akaroa Harbour.
- Encounter a unique range of wildlife.
- Enjoy friendly conversation with our family crew - we love answering your questions
- 100% local New Zealand family owned and operated
A haven for wildlife and boasting wonderful photography opportunities, Banks Peninsula is an absolute must-see for anyone in the region. Our sailing vessel is a 33-foot MRX yacht. The yacht sails very well and is responsive, making this tour a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly way to enjoy Akaroa Harbour.
We’ll uncover dramatic views of the peninsula’s volcanic formations, spectacular cliffs, caves and coastal scenery. Throughout the cruise, we’ll pass sites of national historic significance and discuss events that helped shape New Zealand as a British colony in the 19th century.
We carry a maximum of 8 passengers, ensuring your trip is a personalised and uncrowded experience. Your friendly and highly experienced skipper and guide have an abundance of knowledge about the area and will share this with you along the way.
If you have any specific points of interest please let us know as we do our best to tailor the trips to suit the interests of our passengers.
You won't want to leave Akaroa without doing this cruise!
Looking for a smaller unique tour? Check out the Private Group Tour here!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$95.00
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$95.00
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$95.00
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$95.00
- Per Person$65.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$75.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Per Person$55.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Catherine Watson from United Kingdom wrote on 08 February 2024
Amazing sailing with dolphins and penguins
Great sailing experience! We managed to spot lots of dolphins and a few blue penguins too! There were only 5 guests on the boat so felt almost like a private tour. Would recommend!
andyl17 from New Zealand wrote on 14 January 2024
Sailing akaroa
Awesome experience - amazing wildlife. Well run excursion by a lovely couple
Ingrid from Netherlands wrote on 08 February 2024
Helaas niet gezeild
Helaas niet gezeild en daarvoor hadden we deze trip geboekt, wel dolfijnen gezien.
nicolea15 from United Arab Emirates wrote on 09 February 2024
Cruise lasted longer than expected
It was a new experience for me. We got the 12nn slot so naturally we got tanned after the cruise. Tip to bring gloves and high socks to keep your body even toned. We saw dolphins and some birds during the cruise. Also saw some greens. I was happy to see how a sail boat is operated and had a good time. I just felt it go be quite longer than expected.
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hsinanl from Taiwan wrote on 07 March 2024
Great
Great