Akaroa Harbour

Akaroa Harbour Essentials

Akaroa Harbour blends French colonial history with Māori heritage on the Banks Peninsula. This selection features The Giant's House, known for its extensive mosaic sculptures, and the Akaroa Museum, which documents the region's unique settlement history. Natural highlights include the Onawe Pa volcanic headland and Shamarra Alpacas Farm. The list also covers significant landmarks like the 1840 French Cemetery and the Britomart monument, alongside opportunities to view local wildlife such as Hector’s dolphins and fur seals.