Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Akaroa October 2025 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Akaroa](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels.d6024120.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Akaroa](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Akaroa.d6024120.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Akaroa Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Akaroa.d6024120.Car-Rental-Guide)[Akaroa Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa.d6024120.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Akaroa ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Akaroa Types of activities [Akaroa travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa.dx6024120) ![Akaroa showing mountains](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110940-Akaroa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akaroa](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/475000/475027-New-Zealand.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akaroa showing a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110949-Akaroa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akaroa featuring swimming and general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110961-Akaroa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Akaroa showing tranquil scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/110000/110960-Akaroa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Akaroa Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Akaroa has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Akaroa is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Akaroa to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Akaroa Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Akaroa. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Akaroa attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. * * * ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. * * * ### Most fun & popular experiences in Akaroa ### Tours & day trips [See all 20 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4536375/d97da824-943f-4c5e-bbd4-3789003ca3ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience 3h Free cancellation available CA $92 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-little-penguins-3-hour-evening-experience.a4536375.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4555900/5d3acfa5-cd08-40f0-a94a-7f431fa0d321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour 2h+ Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45932567/985c6aea-9faf-4674-abb6-d91973399eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50479801/6bf3fd11-1db6-4915-b447-41445891f8f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Day Tour 9h Free cancellation available CA $217 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-day-tour.a50479801.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Full-Day Dolphin Swimming Tour Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/250054/d12b3e56-33ab-460e-bf69-b458edb0f3d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Dolphin Swimming Tour Akaroa 9h 5/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $289 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-dolphin-swimming-tour-akaroa.a250054.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175395/7db4e343-7162-49a1-a932-a0a6154b9e43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve 3h 2/10 1 review CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shore-excursion-guided-sea-kayaking-through-akaroa-marine-reserve.a2175395.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa Explorer- Guided Electric Bike Tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2339321/9169ebb2-d1de-4ffd-80af-193e586f3feb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Explorer- Guided Electric Bike Tour in Akaroa 2h CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/coastal-cruise-guided-electric-bike-tour-in-akaroa.a2339321.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2263629/9fa5ee2e-3a6a-42c6-a25a-f7f04b7ab33a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lava Loop- Guided electric mountain bike tour in Akaroa 3h CA $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/lava-loop-guided-electric-mountain-bike-tour-in-akaroa.a2263629.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175390/d35d17ba-8234-4d48-9614-08f5db58130b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Electric Mountain Bike & Sea Kayak Tour in Akaroa 5h 30m CA $281 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-electric-mountain-bike-sea-kayak-tour-in-akaroa.a2175390.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009388/5a4f1ca4-45a0-43c4-b31e-e0856f407e86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation 3h Free cancellation available CA $883 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-nature-and-history-tour-private-tour.a50009388.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ### History & culture [See all 6 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&filter.categories=HistoryCulture) ![Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4555900/5d3acfa5-cd08-40f0-a94a-7f431fa0d321.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour 2h+ Free cancellation available CA $76 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50009388/5a4f1ca4-45a0-43c4-b31e-e0856f407e86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation 3h Free cancellation available CA $883 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-nature-and-history-tour-private-tour.a50009388.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Christchurch to Akaroa by Helicopter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1396794/600378e5-965e-4514-969b-e9259fd6f38d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Christchurch to Akaroa by Helicopter 3h Free cancellation available CA $658 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/helicopter-middle-rock-high-station-farm-tour-lunch.a1396794.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47062129/624dc736-7ab1-4694-8524-6d049b2679a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos 1h 30m Free cancellation available CA $87 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![From Akaroa Lighthouse: Solar Explorer](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47233219/b1314003-9fc4-4036-9ae5-183cdd88a8cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Akaroa Lighthouse: Solar Explorer 30m Free cancellation available CA $31 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-lighthouse-solar-explorer.a47233219.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/741015/5ca6fdc0-1e49-48b1-a71e-520918a7d3b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $21 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-self-guided-audio-tour.a741015.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45932567/985c6aea-9faf-4674-abb6-d91973399eaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise 2h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $104 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175395/7db4e343-7162-49a1-a932-a0a6154b9e43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve 3h 2/10 1 review CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/shore-excursion-guided-sea-kayaking-through-akaroa-marine-reserve.a2175395.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175405/8922a2a8-60d4-4141-b1dc-dcb2527f7403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve 3h CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/small-group-guided-sea-kayaking-in-akaroa-marine-reserve.a2175405.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2175407/91fdd1cc-4e9d-4f61-9cf4-9cd5ae371154.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve 3h CA $124 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sunrise-wildlife-sea-kayaking-in-akaroa-marine-reserve.a2175407.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ![Akaroa: 4x4 Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4769045/01d1cb23-80f6-429f-994a-ad5db7851a79.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Akaroa: 4x4 Safari and Guided Sea-Kayaking Experience 4h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $108 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-4x4-safari-and-guided-sea-kayaking-experience.a4769045.activity-details?&rid=6024120&location=Akaroa&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Akaroa | Number of things to do | 24 | | --- | --- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Discover Akaroa: Self Guided Audio Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-self-guided-audio-tour.a741015.activity-details): CA $22 | | Top 5 things to do | - [Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-little-penguins-3-hour-evening-experience.a4536375.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details) - [Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | - [Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-little-penguins-3-hour-evening-experience.a4536375.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details) - [Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) | | With kids | - [Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-little-penguins-3-hour-evening-experience.a4536375.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details) - [Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details) - [Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) | ## What to do in Akaroa * * * ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Akaroa ![Akaroa Wharf featuring general coastal views and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/180000/180853-Canterbury.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akaroa Wharf 4.5/5(13 reviews) At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery. [](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa-Wharf-Akaroa.d6112958.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akaroa which includes a lighthouse, a bay or harbour and a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182261-Akaroa-Lighthouse.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akaroa Lighthouse 4/5(2 reviews) For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views. [](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa-Lighthouse-Akaroa.d553248621526966938.Vacation-Attraction) ![Linton The Giant House](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a2f66cd080e3d5cecb16812c7b130faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Linton The Giant House You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Linton The Giant House in Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Linton-The-Giant-House-Akaroa.d6112962.Vacation-Attraction) ![Akaroa Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/182000/182025-Akaroa-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Akaroa Museum 5/5(1 review) Delve into the past in this fascinating little local museum with its three heritage buildings on the South Island’s Banks Peninsula. [](https://expedia.ca/Akaroa-Museum-Akaroa.d6112956.Vacation-Attraction) #### Banks Peninsula Track 5/5(1 review) You can take time to visit Banks Peninsula Track during your travels to Long Bay. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Banks-Peninsula-Track-Long-Bay.d553248621532610296.Vacation-Attraction) #### St Patrick's Catholic Church St Patrick's Catholic Church is just one of the places to see in Akaroa, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/St-Patricks-Catholic-Church-Akaroa.d553248621532610288.Vacation-Attraction) #### Artisans Gallery You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Artisans Gallery in Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Artisans-Gallery-Akaroa.d6112960.Vacation-Attraction) #### Britomart Monument Learn about the local history of Akaroa when you spend time at Britomart Monument. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront. [](https://expedia.ca/Britomart-Monument-Akaroa.d962296603725942784.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fishermans Bay Garden Explore the great outdoors at Fishermans Bay Garden, a lovely green space in Long Bay. Wander the waterfront in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.ca/Fishermans-Bay-Garden-Long-Bay.d553248634015535162.Vacation-Attraction) * * * Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. * * * ## Day trip destinations from Akaroa ![Photo by YoungAdventuress](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/485f316d0c11ec35cbb9843cc3e7160c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Robinsons Bay [](https://expedia.ca/Robinsons-Bay.dx553248635975855905) ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Akaroa worth visiting? > Akaroa has a unique mix of culture, attractions and local charm. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or traditional cuisine, there's a lot here to enjoy. ### How do I spend a day in Akaroa? > Pohatu Penguin Habitat and Akaroa Museum are two excellent places to kick-start your adventures. Be sure to explore the retail and dining options in Akaroa while you're here too. ### What is the top tourist attraction in Akaroa? > Pohatu Penguin Habitat is one of the top tourist attractions in Akaroa and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area. ### Is three days enough to stay in Akaroa? > Three days will be enough time to tick off many city attractions, like Pohatu Penguin Habitat, Akaroa Museum and Akaroa Lighthouse. The average stay in Akaroa is two days. If you have the urge to extend your escape, Christchurch isn't far away. ### What are some activities to do in Akaroa with kids? > Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Akaroa with kids. > > > > - [Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-little-penguins-3-hour-evening-experience.a4536375.activity-details) > - [Akaroa: Pohatu Penguins Scenic Nature 2-Hour or 4-Hour Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-pohatu-penguins-scenic-nature-2-hour-or-4-hour-tour.a4555900.activity-details) > - [Akaroa Wildlife Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-cruise.a44848731.activity-details) > - [Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/akaroa-dolphin-nature-cruise.a45932567.activity-details) > - [Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-akaroa-stargazing-experience.a47062129.activity-details) ### What to do in Akaroa for adults? > There are lots of things to do in Akaroa, with activities for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Tree Crop Farm. ### Are there free things to do in Akaroa? > From visiting parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Akaroa. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for some tips. 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