Places to Visit in Akaroa

Hinewai Reserve is a 1250 hectare privately owned nature reserve that is open to the public 365 days a year. There are walking tracks throughout the property for you to enjoy the streams and waterfalls, birds and insects, trees and ferns, views and different valleys you can to explore. All we ask is that your respect nature - take nothing but photos and leave nothing but footprints.

Stargaze. Learn. Be Amazed. Immerse yourself into the darkness of the Banks Peninsula and the wonders of the Southern Skies. Your starry night starts with us!

Immerse yourself in a once-in-a-life experience in the only place on the planet where you can swim with the worlds smallest and rarest dolphin - the Hector's dolphin, the beautiful sheltered setting of Akaroa Harbour in New Zealand's South Island. Our tours are limited to only 12 swimmers per trip, so you'll have more chances to come face to face with the dolphins. Very few experiences will be as rewarding as an encounter with wild dolphins in their natural habitat. Plus we swim with dolphins all year round! With Black Cat Cruises enjoy an incredible nature experience out on the water, supported by experienced local crew and world-class facilities. Our experience and dedication to our local environment delivers a New Zealand 'must do' acti

Akaroa Dolphins is an award-winning tourist attraction in Akaroa, New Zealand. Join us on our luxury boat where you will enjoy a 2-hour nature cruise around Akaroa Harbour and meet the world's smallest and rarest dolphins, the Hector's dolphin. As the animals are wild we can never guarantee seeing them, but have a high success rate with sightings. If you're among the rare few who don't see dolphins, you can cruise again with us for free. From our check-in team to our skippers and onboard guides, you'll be greeted with smiles every step of the way. An integral part of the team is our expert dolphin spotting dogs. Equipped with dog life-vests and a keen ear, they'll help make your dolphin encounter an unforgettable experience.