A Nature Safari

A Nature Safari
Excursion Highlights:
  • Experience the breathtaking views atop Banks Peninsula on New Zealand's thrilling Nature Safari. Don't miss this popular adventure!
  • Travel in a rugged 4WD vehicle across the scenic passes to the Akaroa Volcano crater rim, capturing stunning volcanic coastal cliffs.
  • Explore the secluded red beech forest with diverse birdlife at Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve.
  • Get up close with adorable penguins and sheep at the Pohatu/Flea Bay conservancy, and learn about conservation efforts.
  • Includes delightful refreshments, making it a perfect family-friendly outing. Book now to avoid disappointment - spaces fill up quickly!
Price: $129.00
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Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Cultural, Scenic
Shore Excursion Duration 4 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier or Cruise Ship Tender Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Drinks and muffins are included.
Recommended Dress We recommend wearing comfortable, weather appropriate clothing and walking shoes. Sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat are suggested. Walking shoes or hiking boots, a rain jacket, and a big bottle of water are recommended.
Restrictions Guests must be able to step in and out of the vehicle and walk on rugged, uneven ground. This tour is NOT wheelchair accessible.

New Zealand Safari

Grab your camera and get ready to score some impressive shots from the top of Banks Peninsula as you head toward the working sheep farm and penguin colony habitat at Pohatu/Flea Bay. Along the way you will see the beautiful Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve and Akaroa Head Reserve.

Your New Zealand safari adventure begins as you hop into a rugged, 4WD vehicle and traverse over one of the highest and most scenic passes along the Banks Peninsula. Stand at the crater rim of the ancient Akaroa Volcano to capture the stunning volcanic coastal cliffs and gaze out over the mesmerizing Akaroa Harbor and Pacific Ocean. Be sure to get photos of the charming lighthouse as you stop at the Akaroa Head Reserve.

Walk through the secluded red beech forest at Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve and keep an eye - and ear - out for the myriad of birds. At Pohatu/Flea Bay conservancy you will have an opportunity to photograph and pet sheep and see playful little penguins in nesting sites (season is August to mid February). If you're lucky you might even be there for a rare appearance of a yellow-eyed penguin! Learn about lizard conservation and what the conservancy is doing to protect and nurture the close to 2,500 strong penguin colony.

This family-friendly nature safari tour includes coffee or tea and delicious muffins. If you love animals and love photographing gorgeous scenery, this is the tour for you! Book now to experience New Zealand nature at its finest.

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