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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!
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!
Available Bookings from 1 Dec to 14 Dec 2024
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- 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 & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
Highly recommend
Katrina Hill from
NZ
Good experience
amandaa5 from
NZ
Good experience
amandaa5 from
NZ
An amazing trip out on a beautiful bay
Ian Stirton from
United Kingdom
An amazing trip out on a beautiful bay
Ian Stirton from
United Kingdom
An amazing trip out on a beautiful bay
Ian Stirton from
United Kingdom
Amazing experience!
liecilemariem from
NZ
Amazing experience!
liecilemariem from
NZ
Small group size was a highlight!
heatherf4 from
NZ
Small group size was a highlight!
heatherf4 from
NZ
Small group size was a highlight!
heatherf4 from
NZ
Some views from the tour!
Jenna from
Canada
Some views from the tour!
Jenna from
Canada
Some views from the tour!
Jenna from
Canada
Small groups add that more personal touch
Anthony from
NZ
Small groups add that more personal touch
Anthony from
NZ
Great Experience
rachelm from
NZ
Great Experience
rachelm from
NZ
Akaroa Harbour
Kelly from
NZ
Akaroa Harbour
Kelly from
NZ
excellent trip by southern wanderer
manujayap from
NZ
excellent trip by southern wanderer
manujayap from
NZ
excellent trip by southern wanderer
manujayap from
NZ
Akaroa harbour cruise
annew8 from
NZ
Akaroa harbour cruise
annew8 from
NZ
Akaroa harbour cruise
annew8 from
NZ
A lovely day cruising the bay
lize3 from
Germany
A lovely day cruising the bay
lize3 from
Germany
A lovely day cruising the bay
lize3 from
Germany
Great experience
joshuas6 from
NZ
Great experience
joshuas6 from
NZ
Great experience
joshuas6 from
NZ
This is a MUST!
canelaf from
NZ
This is a MUST!
canelaf from
NZ
Just fabulous!
louiseb2 from
France
Fantastic!
Natalie Burke from
Australia
Fantastic!
Natalie Burke from
Australia
Awesome cruise
chloem2 from
France
Simply stunning
Jasmin Mita from
NZ
Simply stunning
Jasmin Mita from
NZ
Simply stunning
Jasmin Mita from
NZ
Scenic experience
kayb1 from
NZ
Scenic experience
kayb1 from
NZ
Scenic experience
kayb1 from
NZ
Incredible scenery and fantastic crew.
Yanica from
NZ
Incredible scenery and fantastic crew.
Yanica from
NZ
Spectacular Morning!!
petriah from
NZ
Authenticated Reviews & PhotosAll of our reviews are from people who have booked and paid for this activity thru Bookme
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christines35 from France wrote on 07 March 2023
Magnifique
Très beau avec un guide très passionné !
andyl17 from New Zealand wrote on 14 January 2024
Sailing akaroa
Awesome experience - amazing wildlife. Well run excursion by a lovely couple
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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christines35 from France wrote on 07 March 2023
Formidable
Très beau même si les dauphins ont été discrets