Akaroa Harbour Cruise, Fishing & Maori Culture
Authentic Maori Experience and Maori Connection
Pipi Journeys, Akaroa offer harbour cruise, fishing, self-catering and cultural experience of indigenous Maori community. The tour is exclusively designed for tourists to experience the traditional Maori lifestyle and indigenous philosophies such as Manaakitanga and Kaitiakitanga. Come and learn about Maori culture and experience our lifestyle first-hand.
Tours
Pipi Journeys offer TWO sets of exclusive tours which are unique and personalised in nature. The tours are set in a way that you get inside Maori culture while experiencing the natural beauty of New Zealand. According to our customers, this is a MUST DO tour in New Zealand to add to your New Zealand tour experience.
Standard Tour
Our standard tour is designed especially for guests who have limited time to explore New Zealand but want to experience the insight of Maori culture and the Akaroa Harbour.
What to expect
- Akaroa Harbour exclusive tour
- Recreational fishing
- BBQ: sausages, including the catch of the day
- Traditional Maori boil up and noodles
- We provide complimentary snacks, magic Maori tea and a selection of fruits and drinks onboard
Tour Duration
Summer (mid November to mid April) – TWO TOURS
- Morning tour: 10.00am to 1.30pm
- Afternoon tour: 2pm to 5.30pm
Winter (mid April to mid November) – ONE TOUR
- Morning tour: 10.00am to 1.30pm
Sustainability – We do not guarantee a catch, and we believe that to sustain our natural environment ‘A TASTE IS ENOUGH’
Private Deluxe Tour
Our private tours are custom designed to ensure you ge the most out of your visit to Akaroa. We are flexible and can set a tour itinerary so that you get the most of your stay on the Banks Peninsula. By the end of this exclusive, private deluxe tour you will have experienced a genuine Maori experience, harbour cruise, fishing and traditional cuisine of New Zealand.
What to expect
- Akaroa Harbour exclusive cruise
- Recreational fishing
- Demonstration of Mussel, Paua, Crayfish and Eel harvesting
- Visit to Maori Village and historic church
- Powhiri – welcome ceremony and visit to Onuku Marae
- Self catering/gastronomy of catch of the day in a traditional setting
- We provide complimentary snacks, magic Maori tea and a selection of fruits and drinks onboard
Duration:
- Flexible hours
- All year round
