Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

Name: Akaroa Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
Brand: Viator
Price: 229.93 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.9 (36 reviews)

3.9(36)9 hoursEnglishBook 2 days aheadChristchurch, New Zealand

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Explore the coastal town of Akaroa and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime chance to swim with dolphins on this full day tour from Christchurch. Travel through the breathtaking New Zealand countryside to Akaroa and admire sights of interest such as Governor’s Bay and Lake Ellesmere on route. Cruise into the harbour with your guide and watch the waves for marine life. Strap on your snorkel and flippers and swim with elegant Hector’s dolphins in the wild. Enjoy free time to explore Akaroa, then visit a local cheese factory for a tasting session.

Included

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

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

What you'll do

Discover volcanic landscapes and breathtaking scenery on New Zealand’s South Isl
and 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

Meeting and pickup

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Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City
264-266 Tuam Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Hotel Montreal
363 Montreal Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Quest Cathedral Junction
113 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Rendezvous Hotel Christchurch
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Fable Christchurch
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Hotel 115 Christchurch
115 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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ASURE Centrepoint Motel
859 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The George Christchurch
50 Park Terrace, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Sudima Christchurch City
47 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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City Central Motel Apartments
252 Barbadoes Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Rydges Latimer Christchurch
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
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City Centre Motel
876 Colombo Street, Christchurch Centrial, Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Classic Villa
17 Worcester Blvd, Christchurch Arts Centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Fino Hotel & Suites
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Adina Heritage Christchurch
28 - 30 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Crowne Plaza Christchurch By IHG
764 Colombo Street, Armagh St., Christchurch, New Zealand
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The Muse Christchurch
159 Manchester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Novotel Christchurch Cathedral Square
52 Cathedral Square, Central City, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Distinction Christchurch Hotel
14 Cathedral Square, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Arden Hotel
840 - 848 Colombo Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Ibis Christchurch
107 Hereford Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Colombo in the City
863 Colombo Street, City Centre - closest motel to city centre, Christchurch, New Zealand
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BreakFree On Cashel Christchurch
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch, New Zealand
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Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.