Southern Wanderer - Akaroa Scenic Wildlife Cruise - Private Small Group Tour

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Enjoy an unforgettable private group wildlife cruise along Akaroa’s picturesque Banks Peninsula coast for you and your friends!

Enjoy an unforgettable private group wildlife cruise along Akaroa’s picturesque Banks Peninsula coast for you and your friends!

Highlights

  • Personalised cruise for your own private group of up to 6 people!
  • Enjoy the sailing and viewing the spectacular views of the Akaroa Harbour
  • Cruise with few other boats, often in calm conditions with amazing light in the morning
  • Spot local wildlife and stunning locations only accessible by boat
  • Friendly knowledgeable guides on board ensure you have a fantastic experience

Lap up the beautiful coastline of Akaroa and its hidden gems on your own small group wildlife cruise!

The stunning volcanic coastline, cliffs and caves, the amazing wildlife and the colorful history of Akaroa and Banks Peninsula are on full display during our cruises on Southern Wanderer. Your friendly and highly experienced skipper and knowledgeable guide loves sharing stories and answering your questions about the area and the flora and fauna that live there.

Enjoy taking it all in without the crowds or strangers, as you enjoy this fully personalised experience for you and your small group of up to 6 passengers - whether that be family, friends or colleagues.

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 and for non-invasive interaction with the wildlife that finds us there.

A cruise with us is much more than just another boat trip. We aim to share everything we love about this beautiful place… to give you wonderful photography opportunities and to leave you with great memories of Akaroa to last a lifetime. A simply stunning way to see Akaroa and experience New Zealand's natural beauty at it's finest!

Looking for a larger tour experience? Check out the Morning or Midday Tours here!

Per Private Group $500.00 (Price per boat for up to 8 passengers)

What's included

  • Easy to use binoculars are available to all passengers.

Duration

  • approx 2.5 hours

Location

  • Main Wharf
  • Beach Road
  • Akaroa
  • Canterbury

Restrictions

  • Minimum age: 5
  • For safety reasons a basic understanding of English is mandatory for all passengers on our cruises.

    No previous sailing experience is required.

    Passengers must have a good level of mobility.

Notes

  • Check-In: Please make sure to arrive at the meeting place, at the far end of the blue building on the main wharf, at least 15 minutes prior to 9:00am departure.

  • Please Note: Our trips are approximately 2.5 hours duration, allow a little longer for the complete experience. Please let us know when boarding if you have a particular time constraint.

    The private tours can have up to 6 passengers. Please confirm the numbers of your group upon booking.

    Passengers must have a good level of mobility.

    Children must be 5 years of age or older.. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Trips are weather dependent.

Available Bookings from 1 Jul to 14 Jul 2025

All prices are shown in NZD ($)

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  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

  • Per Private Group $500.00

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carlp5 from New Zealand wrote on 22 January 2024

Amazing Experience

Thoroughly enjoyed our wildlife cruise, great mix of sailing and viewing nature. Lots of pods of dolphins having fun, chasing the boat and putting on a display. Had fun learning a bit about sailing too.

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elmariec1 from New Zealand wrote on 29 December 2022

Southern Wanderer

Fantastic service! We had a wonderful time out on the water with you guys. Very professional team and you made us feel so safe. Would definitely recommend you any day of the weekm one of the best experiences ever.

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10:00 a.m.Thursday 13 July

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Per Private Group Price per boat for up to 8 passengers

*This option must be made together with another price type.
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