Swimming with Dolphins (Black Cat Cruises)
Main Wharf,
Akaroa
Akaroa Harbour is the only place on the entire planet where you can get up close and personal with New Zealand’s playful Hector’s dolphin – the world’s smallest and rarest species.
Just 90 minutes from Christchurch, depart the historic French township of Akaroa aboard one of Black Cat Cruises safe and comfortable vessels. All year round an unforgettable adventure awaits you, where everything is provided for your pleasure: wetsuits, masks, snorkels, hot showers, hot chocolate, even a free gift pack.
You can also watch the dolphins, along with other seafaring wildlife, from aboard.
The nearest rail station is in Christchurch (82 minutes)
Other towns near Akaroa by air:
Akaroa does not have scheduled passenger air services.
The nearest airport is in Christchurch (82 minutes)
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