Akaroa Nature and History Tour - Private Tour

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About the Activity
Pricing and Availability
Inclusions & Exclusions
More Activities in Akaroa
Itinerary
Meeting and Pickup
Additional Information
Language And Guide
Ticket Details
Cancellation & Refunds
Reviews from Travelers

About the Activity

Do not miss out on this incredible New Zealand experience. Just look at the amazing 5 star reviews! Guests describe this tour as the “New Zealand’s best kept secret”, “the best thing to do in Akaroa”, “best tour in Canterbury.” This tour is owned and operated by a descendant of the first French settlers, expert trained historian and ecologist and natural born storyteller. There is NO OTHER TOUR LIKE IT. Guests consistently report that the tour had a BIG impact on them, leaving them feeling connected to nature and inspired for the future. Expert guide Marie Haley, was a FINALIST at the 2024 New Zealand Tourism Awards for Tourism Business Excellence, a big deal for a one-woman operation. Your guide and driver Marie Haley, will take you to all of Akaroa’s hidden gems - you will simply see no other tourists. This tour includes all the best things to do in Akaroa, that you could not access and understand without this expert guide. No other tour in New Zealand tells THIS story.

3 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Inclusions & Exclusions

Food and drink : Snacks. Homemade scones and homemade jam, with tea, coffee or hot chocolate. At one of the most beautiful picnic spots in the world.

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Locations in the itinerary

Akaroa Lighthouse(Pass By)

Beach Road, Akaroa, Akaroa, New ZealandLearn about the historic Akaroa Lighthouse and its incredible connection to the Robert Louis Stevenson family. One of Akaroa’s many historic buildings, perhaps it’s most photographed. View Location

Learn about the geological and natural history of New Zealand. Learn about Polynesian navigation and exploration. Learn about European arrival to New Zealand and the flax trade. Learn about the Brig Elizabeth incident with the first European involvement in intertribal warfare, on the shores of Akaroa harbour which ultimately lead to the Treaty of Waitangi. We will spend time walking along the shoreline and have a chance to take photos. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Learn about the Treaty of Waitangi and the first British Resident to New Zealand. Experience a beautiful Maori church and take photos. 20 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Britomart Monument(Pass By)

261 Beach Road, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520Hear the story of the Race for the South Island between the French and the British including your guide, Marie Haley’s, personal family history as the first French settlers to Akaroa. We can arrange to stop to visit on private tours, but walking access is narrow.View Location

Akaroa(Pass By)

Akaroa, New ZealandVisit the beautiful French town of Akaroa and visit the many beautiful historic sites. The historic sites are all personally connected to your guides family story, you will be amazed at the depth and breadth of the family history in this stunning little sea side town, and how it is interwoven into New Zealand’s history. View Location

Akaroa

Akaroa, New ZealandAkaroa Heritage Park Stop for a picnic at the beautiful Akaroa Heritage Park, overlooking Akaroa Harbour with stunning sightseeing. This is a wonderful opportunity to build a sense of connection to the New Zealand natural environment, while looking down upon the historic setting that you have just experienced. Included are homemade scones with homemade jam, tea, coffee or hot chocolate. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Hinewai Reserve(Pass By)

Banks Peninsula, , Akaroa, New ZealandNature and sightseeing drive. Learn about Hinewai Reserve, the largest private reserve in New Zealand, regenerating native forest through an invasive exotic weed. Drive to the End of the Earth, visiting the stunning Banks Peninsula sea cliffs, learn about the Wildside conservation project that your guide, Marie Haley, managed for eight years, working with her neighbours to protect the natural environment for future generations. Visit the family farmland of your guide and hear the incredible change in land use from forest to farmland in 50 years, and the romantic story of her ancestors. Be inspired by The Seventh Generation Principle, thinking of the seventh generation after you in all your actions, while looking back over the seven generations that came before. You will leave inspired, this tour will have a big impact on your connection to New Zealand. This tour is carbon neutral and future positive. View Location

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Look for the silver minibus with red sign writing. At the bus stop outside the Akaroa Post Office and Information Centre. View Location

End point

Look for the silver minibus with red sign writing. At the bus stop outside the Akaroa Post Office and Information Centre. View Location

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Please wear comfortable shoes, bring a jacket, hat and water bottle.
Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time

Pickup points

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please let me know of any major health or mobility issues to tailor the tour to your needs.
Some flexibility is required entering and exiting the vehicle, please let me know of any health issues.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketLook for a silver minibus with red signage.

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Pacific/Auckland time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by The Seventh GenerationCreated on 22 Feb 2025Created on 03 Mar 2025

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