See the Harbour

Join Roy, your host of Chez La Mer, for a sailing cruise around an extinct volcanic crater. Experience the majestic scenery and stunning wildlife (including dolphins, penguins and seals) with Fox II Sailing Adventures (0800 FOXSAIL). Try some hands-on sailing or just sit back and let the world glide by.
(SPECIAL DISCOUNTED PRICE FOR CHEZ LA MER GUESTS)
December-May, 10:30 & 1:30 from Dalys Wharf

Or try one of the other harbour tour operators: Akaroa Sea Ventures , Black Cat Cruises or Akaroa Dolphins.

Swim with the dolphins

Swim with one of the world's smallest and rarest dolphins. Contact Dolphin Encounter to make a booking.

Kayak in the Harbour

Contact Akaroa Adventure Centre to rent a kayak (03 304 8709), or go on an organized trip with Mafi's Kayak Trip (027 411 0369).

Penguin Tours

See penguins up close with Pohatu Marine Reserve Day Tour

Land Tour

Take a tour of the Banks Peninsula with The Eastern Bays Mail Run (Tel. Information Center 304-8600) or try Outer Bay Tours (0800 229 786) or visit a real sheep farm on the Banks Peninsula with Akaroa Farm Tours (03 304 7170).