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Experience a dolphin cruise in Akaroa and encounter the Hector's dolphin, the worldโs smallest and rarest.
Highlights
- Enjoy the beautiful scenery around Akaroa Harbour
- Watch dolphins, penguins, fur seals and birds in their natural habitat
- View the stunning volcanic formation of Cathedral Cove
- Relaxing cruise aboard our comfortable catamaran
Experience a dolphin cruise in Akaroa and encounter the worldโs smallest and rarest marine dolphin โ the endangered Hectorโs dolphin. Cruise past Akaroaโs dramatic volcanic sea cliffs, fur seal colonies, and marine birdlife, all while gaining insight into the areaโs rich natural and cultural history.
Black Cat Cruises are leaders in eco-tourism. During your cruise with us, youโll discover the fascinating behaviors of Akaroaโs wildlife, learn about conservation efforts aimed at repopulating Hectorโs dolphins, and explore how we can all contribute to their thriving future for generations to come.
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!
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$109.00
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$95.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$109.00
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$109.00
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$109.00
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$109.00
- Child$45.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
- Adult$125.00
- Child$60.00
- Infant Free of Charge
Authenticated Reviews & Photos All of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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Samreen Nathani fromNew Zealand wrote on 08 September 2025
Great
Great
Jimena fromNew Zealand wrote on 24 August 2025
Amazing !
Unforgettable experience!
Maria Abinion fromNew Zealand wrote on 29 July 2025
Harbor Nature Cruise
To the Harbour Nature Cruise Team, I just wanted to say a big thank you to all the amazing staff for looking after us so well during our recent cruise. From the moment we stepped aboard, we were welcomed with warm smiles and exceptional service that truly made the experience memorable. A special thanks as well for going above and beyond by helping us film our TikTok videos โ especially holding the camera for us! It may seem like a small gesture, but it really meant a lot and made the trip even more fun and enjoyable. We had such a great time taking in the views, enjoying the peaceful atmosphere, and feeling completely relaxed knowing we were in such good hands. Thank you for your hospitality, kindness, and helpfulness โ weโll definitely be recommending Harbour Nature Cruise to our friends and family. Looking forward to sailing with you again soon! Warm regards, Maria Abinion
Wayne Maybee fromNew Zealand wrote on 16 June 2025
Dolphin cruzie
A great day out with friendly and knowledgeable people, I would recommend to anyone.
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Rozanne Vandermerwe fromNew Zealand wrote on 28 September 2025
Very enjoyable.
Enjoyed the experience a lot