Banks Peninsula from Akaroa Harbour

The Banks Peninsula from Akaroa Harbour on a stunning sunny day. Temperatures in the bay are consistently higher than in nearby Christchurch, rainfall much lower so it is a great place to escape an average day from the city.

There is a small safe swimming beach, pier and array of wonderful little shops to browse. Several excellent cafes and a hanful of resaurants are worth a look.

Boat excursions can be taken from the pier to see Akaroa bay and the Banks Peninsula as well as Hectors dolphins. The trips usually leave just after midday and last several hours.