Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise

Discover Akaroa Harbour on Black Cat Cruises’ two-hour Akaroa Nature Cruise, just 90 minutes from Christchurch, New Zealand. Explore the beautiful harbour, formed within an extinct volcanic crater, and enjoy stunning coastal scenery, towering volcanic cliffs and hidden sea caves along the Banks Peninsula coastline.

Look out for the rare Hector’s dolphin, the world’s smallest dolphin and a native of New Zealand. Spot New Zealand fur seals resting on the rocks and a variety of seabirds.

Our friendly and knowledgeable Nature Guides and Skippers bring the harbour to life with stories about the local wildlife, fascinating history and unique volcanic landscape. Learn more about the marine life that calls Akaroa Harbour home and the special environment that makes this area so unique.

Cruise aboard a comfortable catamaran and experience the natural beauty of Akaroa Harbour, with opportunities to see some of New Zealand’s most special marine wildlife in its natural habitat.