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Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation
Akaroa, South Island, New Zealand
$461.50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Do not miss out on this incredible New Zealand experience.
Just look at the amazing 5 star reviews!
Guests describe this tour as the “New Zealand’s best kept secret”, “the best thing to do in Akaroa”, “best tour in Canterbury.”
This tour is owned and operated by The 7th Generation descendant of the French settlers, expert trained historian and ecologist and natural born storyteller.
There is NO OTHER TOUR LIKE IT.
Guests consistently report that the tour had a BIG impact on them, leaving them feeling connected to nature and inspired for the future.
Expert guide Marie Haley, was a FINALIST at the 2024 New Zealand Tourism Awards for Tourism Business Excellence, a big deal for a one-woman operation.
This tour will take you to all of Akaroa’s hidden gems - you will simply see no other tourists.
This tour includes all the best things to do in Akaroa, that you could not access and understand without this expert guide.
No other tour in New Zealand tells THIS story; my story.
Just look at the amazing 5 star reviews!
Guests describe this tour as the “New Zealand’s best kept secret”, “the best thing to do in Akaroa”, “best tour in Canterbury.”
This tour is owned and operated by The 7th Generation descendant of the French settlers, expert trained historian and ecologist and natural born storyteller.
There is NO OTHER TOUR LIKE IT.
Guests consistently report that the tour had a BIG impact on them, leaving them feeling connected to nature and inspired for the future.
Expert guide Marie Haley, was a FINALIST at the 2024 New Zealand Tourism Awards for Tourism Business Excellence, a big deal for a one-woman operation.
This tour will take you to all of Akaroa’s hidden gems - you will simply see no other tourists.
This tour includes all the best things to do in Akaroa, that you could not access and understand without this expert guide.
No other tour in New Zealand tells THIS story; my story.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Akaroa Nature and History Tour
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours
Availability depends on seasonality and number of participants. Bookings can not be made for the same day. Please read our TnC’s.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
When giving as a gift, your recipient can choose a date at their convenience during a booking process. Otherwise, you can choose one after checkout and voucher redemption.
Check available dates by emailing us at [email protected]
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Guide
- Homemade scones and homemade jam, with tea, coffee or hot chocolate. At one of the most beautiful picnic spots in the world.
Meeting point
Look for the silver minibus with red sign writing. At the bus stop outside the Akaroa Post Office and Information Centre.
Return details
Look for the silver minibus with red sign writing. At the bus stop outside the Akaroa Post Office and Information Centre.
- Learn about the historic Akaroa Lighthouse and its incredible connection to the Robert Louis Stevenson family. One of Akaroa’s many historic buildings, perhaps it’s most photographed. (pass by)
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Learn about the geological and natural history of New Zealand. Learn about Polynesian navigation and exploration. Learn about European arrival to New Zealand and the flax trade. Learn about the Brig Elizabeth incident with the first European involvement in intertribal warfare, on the shores of Akaroa harbour which ultimately lead to the Treaty of Waitangi. We will spend time walking along the shoreline and have a chance to take photos.
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Learn about the Treaty of Waitangi and the first British Resident to New Zealand. Experience a beautiful Maori church and take photos.
- Hear the story of the Race for the South Island between the French and the British including your guide, Marie Haley’s, personal family history as the first French settlers to Akaroa. We can arrange to stop to visit on private tours, but walking access is narrow. (pass by)
- Visit the beautiful French town of Akaroa and visit the many beautiful historic sites. The historic sites are all personally connected to your guides family story, you will be amazed at the depth and breadth of the family history in this stunning little sea side town, and how it is interwoven into New Zealand’s history. (pass by)
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AkaroaAkaroa Heritage Park Stop for a picnic at the beautiful Akaroa Heritage Park, overlooking Akaroa Harbour with stunning sightseeing. This is a wonderful opportunity to build a sense of connection to the New Zealand natural environment, while looking down upon the historic setting that you have just experienced. Included are homemade scones with homemade jam, tea, coffee or hot chocolate.
- Nature and sightseeing drive. Learn about Hinewai Reserve, the largest private reserve in New Zealand, regenerating native forest through an invasive exotic weed. Drive to the End of the Earth, visiting the stunning Banks Peninsula sea cliffs, learn about the Wildside conservation project that your guide, Marie Haley, managed for eight years, working with her neighbours to protect the natural environment for future generations. Visit the family farmland of your guide and hear the incredible change in land use from forest to farmland in 50 years, and the romantic story of her ancestors. Be inspired by The Seventh Generation Principle, thinking of the seventh generation after you in all your actions, while looking back over the seven generations that came before. You will leave inspired, this tour will have a big impact on your connection to New Zealand. This tour is carbon neutral and future positive. (pass by)
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Akaroa Nature and History Tour - The 7th Generation
Akaroa, South Island, New Zealand
$461.50
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
—
We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!