Enjoy an unforgettable private group wildlife cruise along Akaroa’s picturesque Banks Peninsula coast for you and your friends!
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!
All prices are shown in NZD ($)
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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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.