Dolphin & Whale Watching in Akaroa
THE 5 BEST Dolphin & Whale Watching in Akaroa, New Zealand
Dolphin & Whale Watching in Akaroa
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- Norton S2 contributionsThe views were wonderful, the staff were excellent and importantly the wildlife came out to show their beauty and skills.Written September 4, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Elisabeth1 contributionLoved getting out and seeing the wildlife up close. We were shown around beautiful landscapes and Tony gave us a great account of the local history.Written January 12, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- fsBangkok, Thailand1 contributionAmazing. Amazing. Amazing!
Steve and Beth are very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The small group of people per trip made us feel safe and gave us a nice, cosy experience.
Got to swim with multiple pods of dolphins, coming right up to us. We had plenty of time in the water (40mins) with dolphins all around us at all times. There were so many! Saw other animals in their habitat such as fur seals too.
All-round, it was one of the top highlights of our trip.
Other notes:
- wetsuits are very clean and dry.
- boat is clean and safe. spacious.
- hot drinks and snacks after the swim was yum.
- part of what we paid goes into the hector dolphin reserve/research.Written April 17, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - John AndersonAuckland Central, New Zealand2 contributionsFox 11 was an amazing experience
We were on the 10.30am sailing on 25th February 2024.
The skipper was excellent.
Very informative about Hector Dolphins, early Maori history, geology and wildlife.
Beautiful sailing and excellent music choice.
Highly recommended.Written February 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Katharina F3 contributionsA nice sailing tour, very friendly crew and interesting wildlife.
The atmosphere on the boat was very relaxing as there were only 5 people on the boat plus crew.
Even though our charter was postponed for 1 hour it was definitely worth waiting for it.
I can definitely recommend it if you are looking for something not that touristy.Written November 6, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Dan1 contributionThis was a brilliant trip for the whole family. As a keen conservationist I was impressed with both the knowledge and respect shown to all of he wildlife that we encountered in Akaroa Harbour. The kids absolutely loved the dolphin swim and seeing seals and little blue penguins on the way back to shore.
This is a small company who have got it just right!Written January 15, 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
