Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Itinerary

Discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery on New Zealand’s South Island on this 9 hour Akaroa day trip from Christchurch. Take in top attractions including Governor’s Bay, Gebbies Pass, Lake Ellesmere and Lake Forsyth with your guide. Ascend the Banks Peninsula for beautiful views over Akaroa Harbour and the volcanic crater. Then, sample locally made cheeses and admire colonial architecture around Akaroa. Then enjoy the opportunity to swim with the rare and endangered Hector Dolphins. Prior to your swim you will be equipped with wetsuit, mask, snorkel and flippers. On locating a pod of Hector Dolphins you will enter the water to swim with one of the rarest dolphins in the world, this species of dolphins being found only in the waters around the southern half of the South Island of New Zealand.
Hotel pickup and drop-off by coach included



Stop At:

• Lake Ellesmere, Christchurch Akaroa Main Road Waihora, Christchurch 2004 New Zealand
• Main Road Governors Bay, Christchurch 2004 New Zealand
• Leisure Tours, Christchurch New Zealand
• Barrys Bay Cheese, 5807 Christchurch Akaroa Road Barrys Bay, Akaroa 7582 New Zealand
• Akaroa, Akaroa, Canterbury Region, South Island

• Cheese tasting at Barry's Bay
• Live commentary on board
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Wet suit hire
• Use of Snorkelling equipment

• Food and drinks, unless specified
• Gratuities

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Children must be 8 years and over to swim with the Dolphins
• Customers must declare any pre-existing medical conditions. A basic level of fitness is required. Customers will be floating in the water and will be required to swim to and from the boat - distances up to 50 meters (150 feet) at a time.
• Minimum 4 adults required before tour can operate
• Must be able to swim, you will be floating in the water (ocean) and will be required to swim to and from the boat – distances up to 50 metres (150 feet) at a time. You will not be able to touch the bottom.
• Life Jackets and Floaters are not permitted.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Traveler pickup is offered

08:30 AM

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

9 hours