Traditional Akaroa Farm Experience
Meet farmers Murray, Sue, and William Johns as they welcome you to Paua Bay Farm. The farm is 367 hectares and farms up to 4500 sheep, 100 cattle, and 200 deer. Upon arrival, visitors will be greeted and given an overview of the family history and the development of the farm. The sheepdogs will then give a comprehensive show of working sheep on the steep hills of Paua Bay. During this time, visitors will take an active part in separating sheep. A sheep shearing demonstration is followed by an explanation of wool handling and different types of wool are shown. Visitors can stroll through the beautiful garden with its native trees and bushes. Enjoy a morning or afternoon tea before returning to your ship.
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Tour Code
AK1040
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Location
Akaroa
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Activity Types
Sightseeing / City Tour
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Experience Types
Wilderness & Wildlife
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Duration
2.5 hours
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Fitness Level
Low
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Price
Adult from $109.99
Children (12 & under) from $79.99
- Snack included!
- Popular!
Bring your camera for images of the farm and beautiful setting.
Refreshments
The tour concludes with a visit to the homestead with morning/afternoon tea or coffee and homemade scones.
To make your day as enjoyable as possible, please ensure that you wear comfortable flat-soled shoes, clothing suited to the weather conditions, a hat and jacket, and bring along some sunscreen and bottled water.
Good walking shoes are highly recommended. Not suitable for people with walking difficulties.
Traditional Akaroa Farm Experience
AK1040
Akaroa
2.5 hours
Adult: $109.99pp
Child: $79.99pp
A visit to Paua Bay Farm to see how the farm runs, a sheep shearing demonstration and active participation in the days activities.
Akaroa Harbour Nature Cruise
AK1020
Akaroa
2 hours
Adult: $89.99pp
Child: $49.99pp
Enjoy a two hour cruise for your opportunity to view stunning coastal scenery and the local wildlife including hector’s dolphins, New Zealand fur seals and white flippered penguins.
Christchurch On Your Own
AK1045
Akaroa
7 hours
Adult: $99.99pp
Child: $99.99pp
Canterbury Museum; punting on the Avon River; the Botanic Gardens, the Events Village in Hagley Park and the Cashel Street Mall shopping precinct with the iconic Ballantynes department store.
