Penguins | Wildlife Encounters
Pōhatu Penguins - Hike and Sea-kayaking Combo - Banks Peninsula
Looking for an active day? Join us and combine a morning hike through endemic ancient forest down our private walking track to Pohatu Bay and join our sea-kayaking safari in the afternoon to encounter Pohatu Marine Reserve Wildlife.
- Phone
- +64 3 304 8542
- tours@pohatu.co.nz
- Address
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Unit 2, 8 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
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- Parking
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Parking is available in front of our booking office alongside the road.
Perfect option for those who have a good level of fitness and wish to spend more time in Pohatu Bay natural environment. Departure in Akaroa by our booking office, be transported by 4WD mini-van to the beginning of a 3 hours hiking trail (regular to relaxed pace). With a map and instructions from your guide you will, at your leisure, walk down part of the famous Banks Track through ancient red beech tree forest and tree ferns to Pohatu Bay. Along the way discover many waterfalls and listen to native bird songs and visit the prehistoric forest of Tutakakahikura Scenic Reserve with trees over 400 years old. Once arrived at the Bay you have access to a fully equipped kitchen and bathroom facilities to relax, eat and get ready for the kayak.
Pricing and Conditions
- Adult: $135.00 - $155.00
- Child: $100.00
Minimum age
6 years old
Conditions
Family price for 2 adults and up to 3 children for $390.
Cancellation Policy
No refunds within 24 hours of departure. Exceptions are made if operator cancels the activity due to waterway, road or weather conditions (a full refund would be then given).
If a kayaking trip has to be cancelled before leaving Akaroa due to strong winds or warnings or if the weather is unpredictable and we cannot know this before arriving at the bay, options to swap for nature tours would be offered.
A 10% service charge applies to all other cancellation refunds.
Months of operation
All year round
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Listing #10002530 managed by Tourism New Zealand Operator Database.
