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Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari

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3 hour guided Sea Kayak Safari. Soak up the serenity and explore a protected marine reserve while Paddling in an extinct volcano. 7:30am Sunrise Wildlife or 11:30am Crater Cruiser Safari. Experienced local guides, on water snacks and photos included.

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Travel Insurance: We advise all guests to consider arranging appropriate travel insurance that covers Adventure Tourism. On guided Safaris, Akaroa Guided Sea Kayak Safari is responsible for all company equipment on that Safari (e.g. kayaks, paddles etc). Under all circumstances, the guest is solely responsible for their personal equipment & possessions. Akaroa Guided Sea Kayak Safari accepts no liability for personal possessions or guest equipment under any circumstances.

Akaroa Guided Sea Kayak Safari understands that travel plans vary due to illness, accident and people simply changing their minds. In turn, we ask our guests to understand that we may have turned away a number of keen people for those reserved places. We may also have committed expenses for food, staff, transport or accommodation. We will have incurred expense in processing the enquiry and bookings. The trip cannot be cancelled through the website,contact us at: email: [email protected]

Calling all adventurers! Slap on your life jacket, throw on some sunscreen and prepare your self for a very special experience. We will guide you through an extinct & flooded volcano crater and give you the chance to experience chance wildife encounters with endangered species eg: hector dolphins, white flippered penguins, and NZ fur seals which reside in the marine reserve. Witness some of the most stunning scenery in NZ while joining us on the most environmentally sensitive tours in the harbour. Small group numbers are key as we are visiting fragile, pristine, and relatively undisturbed natural areas, enjoy exploring this marine reserve in a low-impact and environmentally responsible way. Join us. This will be a holiday highlight.

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My husband and did the Crater Cruiser Safari as a shore activity during a cruise. As first time kayakers our guide, Jake, was the perfect host. Not only did he guide us through the learning experience but once we were out on the open water he was incredibly knowledgeable and also managed to find some dolphins for us. I can thoroughly recommend this amazing tour.

Thanks so much for coming, we really do have one of the best kayaking areas in the country and it is such an amazing thing to do as a shore excursion when coming in via cruise ship, you get to see all the amazing features of the volcanic crater and its inhabitants close up! Safe cruising to you, we are glad our guides looked after you, we do our best to deliver 5 star service expeically to newbies of kayaking, feeling safe and comfortable is the most important thing when doing something new Allie & Greville

I went solo to Akaroa and did this kayak safari. I was anxious at first as it's my first time kayaking. But Jake is a great guide! He guided us all through out the tour and assisted us with everything. I am definitely recommending this tour. This is good for those who travel as a group, couple or even solo like me. I don't easily get comfortable traveling solo let alone doing activities like this, but I definitely enjoyed a lot! We actually gave up looking for dolphins, but on our way back..lo and behold, two dolphins showed up! It was magical. It was like a 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it' moment. Glad I was able to capture it with my GoPro. It was spectacular! If I can give 100 stars for this trip, I would!

Thanks Ivy! So glad you enjoyed our service, we love to look after our guests and our guides give the 5 star treatment to make sure all first timers and experienced paddlers alike are fully comfortable and safe with knowledge about the route, safety procedures and equipment before we hit the water. The wildlife often comes out for those who are patient and do not just expect it is their right...so we are super stoked you got to get a sighting of the rare hector dolphins. Thanks for the 100 stars and we are so happy this was the best thing you did in NZ! All the best Allie & Greville

Jake was a friendly and expert guide, accommodating our last minute tour request. He took great care of us and generously shared his deep knowledge of this area. And he has a great sense of humor! Highly recommend this company and Jake as a guide.

Thanks so much for the review, we are so happy you enjoyed your evening paddle, we thought it was great you were spontaneous and keen to hit the water as soon as you got into town, great idea! Happy to accommodate you and we hope you enjoy the rest of your trip! Allie & Greville

A unique, eco friendly experience!My partner and I had an absolutely fantastic morning on the bay! Our guide, Jake, was very knowledgeable and took great care of us. Everything was relaxed and he was fantastic in telling us about the history, nature, and beauties of Akaroa. We loved the peaceful morning as there were few people out and about so we had the waters to ourselves. The kayak tour is the ultimate eco friendly way to enjoy wildlife on their terms with no negative impacts! We had the privilege of seeing the beloved hectors dolphins and it made my week! Please support this fantastic company that truly has respect for this water sanctuary and all its wild treasures 💗!

Thanks so much for your review, it really stirs the soul to read your comments because we just put everything we have into creating the most eco friendly tours with minimal impact on our harbour and its incredible treasures that live beneath the surface, thanks so much for the acknowledgement and we are so happy you got a visit from some of our hector friends, they only come out for those who respect them..shh our little secret! Being on the water with out boat engine noise, husstle and bustle of other tourists, diesel fumes and loud speakers narrating is the only way to experience this natural wonder. All the best! Allie & Greville

Spent midday kayaking in a beautiful lake formed by an volcanic caldera. Idyllic! Dramatic green rolling hills surrounding perfect blue/green water. Our guide Jake pointed out birds, geographic formations, and vegetation with cultural significance to the NZ islands. I have kayaked before, but learned so much in just this short time with him and his safety briefing. Still your mind, hear water gently lapping all around you and feel a soft breeze on your face. . . yes, that was our day.

Thanks Renne, you really summed it up, often we refer to our time on the water as 'disney trips' because it really feels like a fairytale at times! Im so glad you got to experience one of these perfect days! We only employ the best guides in the business and we are so happy that Jake could share his knowledge with you, safety is always our number 1 priority so its great you took our detailed safety briefing on board. Thanks again for coming and we hope the memories of your kayak trip stay with you for a lifetime Allie & Greville

A fantastic morning kayaking. Easy paddling, great instructions before hand. Knowledgeable guide, Grenville, who was excellent. Saw shags and penguins....then...a pod of hectors dolphins stayed amongst our 4 boats for about 20 mins. Strongly advise the early morning trip, the conditions are calmer and the wildlife better.

Thanks so much for the review! What a blessing to see rare white flippered penguins in the wild and the endangered hector dolphins visiting provided extremely close encounters are just magical! The local pod recognizes our kayaks as we recogize them when they decide to appear to say hello to us, they love our kayaks as there are no fumes, propellers or loud noises that the boats cause. We often see them disapear when boats come by to view them and then reappear next to us when the boats leave...mornings for sure are amazing as we often have the whole crater to ourselves. Thanks for coming! Allie & greville

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3-Day Serengeti and Ngorongoro Rim Crater Luxury Safari

We are offering a 3-day luxury safari to Serengeti and Ngorongoro crater. The areas offer many attractions including world largest animal migration, the big five attraction, flora and fauna ecosystem in one crater floor and much more. This is our next shortest African luxury safari where guest will enjoy stay in one of our finest lodges and hotels in the country.

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•  Professional, English-speaking guide
•  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)
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•  Accommodation on arrival day and departure
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We will take you on a six-day unforgettable journey, staying at some of the most charming places in the wilderness and discovering some of the world's best national parks. Serengeti National Park and the Ngorongoro Crater are listed as UNESCO's World Heritage Site. After visiting these parks, you will understand why. The trip continues with six days in Zanzibar, where we combine a stay in the charming and historic Stone Town with a stay at one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

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This is your opportunity to tailor your dream tour in Northern Tanzania. You will have our safari cruiser that takes up to 8 people for yourself, and we will ensure you get a trip just as you want it. Contact us today, and we will provide all information you need and suggest lodges to stay in and places to visit. We will make sure you don’t miss out on the experience of a lifetime. Our safari also gives you the opportunity for down-to-earth experiences. We offer walking safaris in Tarangire and Serengeti National Park. Also, if you are looking for a unique experience, you can include a short hike with a local expert at the Olami Crater, not far from Ngorongoro, or Mount Meru - either as a point of starter or as a grand finale of your safari.

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3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari

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Our 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari is the best trip available to the Ngorongoro Crater. Ngorongoro Crater, often known as the Eden of Africa or the 8th Wonder of the World, is the place to go if you just have a few days in Tanzania and want to make the most of it. 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari provides a unique opportunity to see the Big 5 in such a short period of time. The Crater floor itself is just roughly 21 kilometers in circumference, and animals may be seen from a very short distance. The crater floor is home to over 20,000 creatures and is a birder’s paradise, with over 500 bird species documented.

Detailed Itinerary for 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari.

Day 1: pickup and transfer to ngorongoro conservation area..

On the first day of your Ngorongoro Safari trip, depart Arusha at 07.00 – 08.00 AM and drive through the Masai Steppe, across Lake Manyara in the Rift Valley, up the escapement, and over Karatu to the Loduare Gate of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. After a quick stop at the gate for registration, we drive up to the View Point, where we make a brief halt to photograph some of the most stunning views of the Crater bottom. We next drop into the Ngorongoro Crater bottom for the remainder of the day’s wildlife drives.

Picnic lunch will be provided at the picnic location by the hippo poolside, followed by game drives up the Crater rim and out to Karatu for overnight at a lodge. At Karatu, stay at Marera Valley Lodge , Country Lodge, or something similar. Lunch and supper are also included.

Day 2: Full Day Game Drive in Ngorongoro Crater Area.

After breakfast, you will descend into the Ngorongoro Crater, widely known as the “Eden of Africa.” The Ngorongoro Crater, the world’s biggest continuous crater, is unsurpassed in terms of wildlife concentration. Your driver will be in regular communication with other drivers to discover the greatest animal sightings, and with luck, you will be able to glimpse the big five inside the Crater. It’s always impossible to express the magnificence of this caldera, therefore a visit is well worth it.

The crater area is home to a variety of animals , including great predators like as lions and leopards. Elephants, buffaloes, hippos, jackals, flamingos, zebras, and a variety of bird species are also found in the park. Lunch will be given at the picnic location, then in the late afternoon, we will return to the Crater rim and travel to your preferred lodge.

Day 3: Game Drive and Transfer back to Arusha.

After a relaxing breakfast at the lodge, you will have the option of seeing a Masai Village or embarking on a nature walk in the woodlands of Ngorongoro (for an additional cost). You will be led by an armed ranger into the forest paths, where you may encounter herds of buffaloes, elephants, and other forest creatures like as duikers, as well as lions, leopards, and other predators. After the activities, you will return to Arusha through Karatu and Mto wa Mbu market towns, where you may interact with the people and do some shopping if you desire.

What you should know about Ngorongoro Crater Area?

The bigger Ngorongoro Conservation Area, located roughly 160 kilometers from Arusha, is characterized by mountains and plains, but the real gem of the area is the Ngorongoro Crater. Geographically, what has long been known as the Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s biggest uninterrupted crater. As a safari location, Ngorongoro Crater is included in the majority of our Tanzania safari excursions, which may be tailored to your specific needs, ideas, and budget.

The Ngorongoro crater is a UNESCO world heritage site with a circumference of around 20 kilometers, a depth of 600 meters, and an area of roughly 300 meters’ square kilometers. Unlike national parks, it allows for many land uses. The Maasai nomadic people are permitted to graze cattle in the region, and through their culture and customs, they have managed to coexist peacefully with the wild animals.

What you can expect during your safari to Ngorongoro Crater Area?

Lake Makat is located in the heart of the Ngorongoro Crater, which has been termed the Eden of Africa or the eighth wonder of the world. This soda lake, which is supplied by the neighboring mountains, ensures a consistent supply of water all year round, resulting in a concentration of species unparalleled in east Africa. There is no other area where you can view animals at such close quarters, and with a little luck, you can sight the BIG 5 in only one day of game drives.

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Area

The Ngorongoro Crater is thought to contain the world’s largest concentration of animals in a natural setting (animal / per area ratio). The distinctive animal species of the Ngorongoro crater is definitely the black rhino! Rhinos are a rare animal that is difficult to spot in Tanzania if you want to see them in their native habitat. Because the creatures like to hide in dense foliage, they might be difficult to identify.

The situation is different at the Ngorongoro Crater. They have a tendency of spending the evenings in the Lerai Forest, which is located on the bottom of the Ngorongoro Crater, so your guide will assist you in attempting to find the Black Rhino and, ideally, all of the Big Five that live in the Crater: Lions, Elephants, Buffalos, Leopards, and Rhinos. Aside from black rhinos, other uncommon animals seen on the Crater floor include golden jackals, black backed jackals, and spotted hyenas.

Other animals and birds regularly seen in the Ngorongoro Crater include hippos, buffalo, zebra, wildebeests, elephants, lions, hartebeests, warthogs, and many others.

Lerai Forest

The Lerai Forest on the floor of the Ngorongoro Crater is home to the shy leopard and offers shade for elephants. This area is also a favored hangout for baboon and monkey packs. Other creatures that may be seen readily include topis, elands, wildebeests, zebras, hippos, and buffaloes, cats such as serval cats, cheetahs, and lions, and a large number of hyenas that can be seen cooling down in the afternoons in lakes and pools.

Empakaai Crater

The Empakaai Crater is a considerably smaller caldera, yet it is quite picturesque, with a Crater lake on its bottom. The Empakaai is roughly an hour and a half’s drive from the Ngorongoro Crater. The deep soda lake at the Crater’s floor spans around half of the 6 Kilometer caldera. Thousands of flamingos are expected to be seen during your visit because the regions are the shallow portions of the lake, giving the lake’s borders a spectacular pink color. To reach to this location, you will be transported to the outside rims of the Crater in a 4×4 safari land cruiser, followed by a 45-minute stroll down the Crater accompanied by a trained armed ranger equipped with a weapon to assure your safety.

The Empakaai Crater offers one of the most spectacular vistas you’ve ever seen. From afar, the vista from Empakaai down to Lake Natron and Mount Oldoinyo Lengai is undoubtedly one of the greatest in Africa. If you are fortunate enough to have gone here on a lucky day, you may be able to see Mount Kilimanjaro and Lake Natron from here. If you have at least two days to see the Ngorongoro Highlands and the Crater, we may incorporate a visit to Empakaai Crater.

Olduvai/Oldupai Gorge

Aside from animals, The Ngorongoro Conservation Area attracts visitors for a variety of reasons, including geology and archeology. Olduvai Gorge, one of the world’s most important prehistoric sites, is located here. The bones of the hominid Australopithecus Boisei (Zinjanthropus), popularly known as the Nutcracker man, were unearthed here and are thought to date back 1.4 million years. Louis Leakey, a well-known archaeologist, and his wife Mary Leakey made the find.

The Olduvai Gorge, which is 48 kilometers long, is a steep-sided canyon in Tanzania’s Great Rift Valley. There is a museum on this site that houses reproductions of the hominid fossils discovered here. Aside from the Olduvai Gorge, you may be interested in viewing the Laetoli Footprints, which are the oldest footprints ever discovered in the world

Where to stay during your 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari?

The Ngorongoro Conservation Area includes a lot of hotel options, however they are limited and cannot accommodate everyone. Many lodges have been established in Karatu in the Ngorongoro Highlands, just a few minutes from the Loduare Gate (major gate), in response to the need for more accommodation. The few lodges found inside the NCAA range from standard luxury lodges and tented camps to high end / top market resorts. Within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, there is only one midrange lodge: Rhino Lodge.

The lodges and tented camps situated on the Crater rim provide wonderful views of the Crater’s bottom, although the quality of the views varies from resort to lodge. The lodges and campgrounds on the Crater Rim provide easy access to the Crater level, so if you don’t mind getting up early, you’ll be among the first to arrive to the Crater bottom in the morning. The rates for staying at the lodge are often costly because there are few inside, but the prices also include concession fees that are imposed to lodges located within parks. These lodges are normally rather spacious, so if you are searching for a tiny place to stay, this is not the place for you.

The Ngorongoro Crater Lodge is the costliest and opulent lodge within the NCAA. Other lodges offering views of the Ngorongoro Crater floor include the Ngorongoro Sopa Lodge on the Crater’s eastern rim (with spectacular sunsets), the Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge on the western rim, and the Ngorongoro Wildlife Lodge. The Highlands Ngorongoro (Deluxe resort), the Lemala Ngorongoro Camp, and the new yet stunning Lion’s Paw Camp by Karibu Camps are all located inside the NCAA.

The upscale resorts found in Karatu nearby include Gibb’s Farm, Manor at Ngorongoro, and Neptune Ngorongoro Luxury Camp. The Ngorongoro Coffee Lodge, Plantation Lodge, Oldeani Mountain Lodge, Plantation Lodge, Kitela Lodge, and Acacia Farm Lodge are among the other standard lodges. Ngorongoro Farm House, Marera Valley Lodge, Country Lodge, Bougainvillea Safari Lodge, and Pamoja Olea Farm Lodge are among the midrange lodges.

When is the best time to book a 3 Days Ngorongoro Crater Safari?

Ngorongoro Crater is one of the wildlife locations with superb animal viewing on the Crater floor all year. Ngorongoro is best visited between June and September, when the wildlife game drives are at their finest due to shorter grasslands and hence better visibility. The main season for Ngorongoro Crater is from July to March, so if you visit during that time, expect to see a lot of people.

The beauty in Ngorongoro Crater is at its best during the wet season, which is between November and May. The grasses, on the other hand, may be tall during this period, making it difficult to identify animals, particularly tiny species. The months of March to April are typically the wettest throughout East Africa, not only at Ngorongoro.

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• 3 meals while on safari
• Specified Accommodation
• Transport in a safari vehicle
• Park Entrance Fees
• English/French Speaking Guide
• Game Drives
• Bottled Drinking Water
• Airport Transfers

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• All airport taxes, international flights, and visas
• Insurance9Trip cancellation and Medical)
• Premium drinks/beverages with meals
• Driver and hotel staff tips and gratuities
• Activities/excursions not listed on the itinerary

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The four-day safari itinerary will take you to the pink flamingoes of Lake Manyara, the herds of wildebeest and zebra on the savannahs of the Serengeti, and drive into the majestic Ngorongoro Crater. You are sure to see the Big Five of Africa (Elephant, Buffalo, Leopard, Rhino, and Lion), as well as many other animals and wildlife during this trip.

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• Departure and Return Place: We can start/end this tour from any hotel in Moshi/Arusha or from Kilimanjaro International Airport( Google Map )
• Departure Time: Please be ready by 6:45 AM for a prompt departure at 7:15 AM.
• Return Time: Approximately 4:30 PM in the evening.
• Dress Code: Casual. Comfortable athletic clothing, hat, and spare clothing.
• Customizations: Can be amended/customized upon request, to suit your requirements
• Extensions: Trip Extensions are available on request
• Season: The Dry season (from late June to October) offers the best wildlife viewing in general – with the wildebeest migration as its absolute highlight. The timing of the migration varies every year (the best chance of seeing it is during June and July) while the wildebeest calving is from late January to February.
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• You will experience the excitement of game viewing in some of the most spectacular national wildlife game parks in Africa
• Look out over incredible views of the Ngorongoro Crater
• Witness the annual great migration of a million wildebeest and zebra across the open plains of the Serengeti

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• 4 days/3 nights Safari.
• Transport and wildlife drives in modified 4 x 4 Land Cruiser with photographic roof hatch.
• Services of a professional English speaking safari guide.
• All meals per itinerary.
• 3-night accommodation in lodge.
• All wildlife reserve entry fees.
• All game drives as mentioned in the itinerary.
• Mineral water per person/day during game drives.
• Value Added Tax by Tanzania Revenue Authority.
• Complimentary wine and beer.
• International Flights.
• Domestic flight.
• Airport taxes.
• All items of a personal nature.
• Accommodation before and after Safari.
• Balloon Safari in Serengeti National Park.
• Airport Pick up or Drop off.
• Gratuities (Tip) for safari guide.
• Drinks and Beverage at Lodge during Safari.
• Travel insurance we are highly recommends.
• Single Supplement (Single room) will be $150 per person.
• Visa fee (50 US$ /100 US$ for American or Irish Passport holders – to be paid upon arrival).

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• This tour starts in Moshi  or Arusha and will end in Moshi or Arusha , Arusha Airport or Kilimanjaro Airport 
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In this tour we will cover the 2 most popular destinations in Tanzania - Central Serengeti (1 night) and Ngorongoro Crater (1 night). Tour starts and ends at Arusha. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!

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Day 1 (Jun 09, 2024) - Arusha to Central Serengeti. Afternoon game drives in Serengeti Day 2 (Jun 10, 2024) - Morning game drives in Central Serengeti and transfer to Ngorongoro/Karatu Day 3 (Jun 11, 2024) - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) to Arusha

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Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your private tour, starting on Jun 09, 2024, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels. Click to know more about safari accommodations (ensuite camps/lodges) .

Option E1: $1,234 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Tukaone Camps, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [Full Board] - Stay at Omega View Hotel, Karatu from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E2: $1,288 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Tanzania Bush Camps, Seronera, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [Full Board] - Stay at Enyati Lodge, Karatu from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E3: $1,532 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Serenity Camp, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [Full Board] - Stay at Embalakai Ngorongoro Camp, NCA, NCA from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E4: $1,732 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Serengeti Serena Safari Lodge, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [Full Board] - Stay at Lemala Ngorongoro, NCA, NCA from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E5: $2,690 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Lemala Nanyukie, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [All Inclusive] - Stay at Melia Ngorongoro Lodge, NCA - The Rim Room, NCA from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Option E6: $4,290 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Four Seasons Safari Lodge - Terrace Suite Water Hole View, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [All Inclusive] - Stay at Ngorongoro Crater Lodge, NCA - Suite, NCA from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.

Basic Camping Packages

Below are packages with basic camping for your private tour, starting on Jun 09, 2024, in a group of two adults . On basic camping tours, you sleep in small dome tents that are pitched at campsites & bathrooms are shared. A cook travels with you & prepares meals. Click to know more about how basic/budget camping safaris work

Option C1: $1,080 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser - Stay at Seronera Campsite, Central Serengeti from Jun 09, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024 [Full Board] - Stay at Ngorongoro Campsite, NCA, NCA from Jun 10, 2024 to Jun 11, 2024 [Full Board]

Day 1 - Arusha to Central Serengeti Your safari will begin by 8AM in the morning with a pick up from your hotel at Arusha. With everyone aboard, you will head towards Serengeti National Park. The 240 Km drive will be covered in about 6hrs. The Serengeti, means endless plains in the local African language and watching the grassland stretch out as far as the eye can see and eventually merging with the sky at the horizon is an absolutely breathtaking view. With an overall land area of 14,763 Sq Kms, It puts our notion about distance to shame. The Serengeti also houses the glorious “Big 5” (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard). Along with the “Big 5”, a very pleasant sighting would be one of Africa’s most beautiful animal – The Impala. The Serengeti ecosystem supports the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa. The legendary Serengeti National Park is the most renowned safari destination for its incredible population of lions and leopards. The central portion of the Serengeti - known as Seronera area is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. It features the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. In seronera, one must really look out for the many lion prides that thrive in this region. You must also look out for the Serengeti “Kopjes” which are massive boulders of granite standing in a sea of grass. They provide ample shelter to a large variety of flora and fauna. A picnic lunch will be done during the day long game drive itself. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation. Day 2 - Central Serengeti to Ngorongoro After breakfast, you will have a morning game drive in Serengeti National Park. Later depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area with picnic lunch. Ngorongoro Crater is the largest collapsed volcanic crater in the world and fourteen kilometers of isolated natural beauty. Ngorongoro Crater is surrounded by a ring of extinct volcanoes and the floor, dotted with watering holes, shelters some 30,000 animals. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation. Day 3 - Ngorongoro Crater Tour (5 hours) to Arusha On the last day of your safari, you will have an early start. Finishing up with a quick breakfast you will make an early descent at around 6:30 AM into the crater floor. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq kms with a depth of over 2000 feet. The 5-hour game drive on the crater floor will show you a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. The African elephant, buffalo, Black rhino, Hippos, Hyenas, Cheetahs and Lions are found in plenty. Post the picnic lunch at the beautiful Hippo pool, you will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4hr drive left to Arusha. You will be dropped off to your preferred location in Arusha by 6:00 PM in the evening. With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.

Stay Locations

Pre & post tour hotels.

Arusha is the base for safari tours in North Tanzania. If you need accommodation in Arusha before/after your safari tour you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).

Single room:

• Kutoka Lodge - USD 64
• Gold Crest Hotel - USD 100
• The African Tulip - USD 149
• Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 205
• Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 375

Double sharing room:

• Kutoka Lodge - USD 42
• Gold Crest Hotel - USD 60
• The African Tulip - USD 112
• Four Points by Sheraton, Arusha - Traditional queen room - USD 120
• Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 250

Triple sharing room:

• Kutoka Lodge - USD 39
• Gold Crest Hotel - USD 50
• The African Tulip - USD 93
• Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge - Plantation room - USD 188

All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request

This tour starts from Arusha. Kilimanjaro airport is the nearest international airport and Arusha airport is the nearest domestic airport. Please check our page on how to get to Arusha Airport Pickup/Drop Pickup or drop off at Arusha airport on the day of safari: No extra charge Pickup or drop off at Kilimanjaro airport on the day of safari: USD 30 per vehicle Airport to Hotel transfers Transfer from Arusha airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 25 per vehicle Transfer from Kilimanjaro airport to Arusha hotel or vice versa: USD 50 per vehicle InterCity transfers Transfer from Moshi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 100 per vehicle Transfer from Nairobi to Arusha or vice versa: USD 275 per vehicle

We do not book International Flights. We can book local flights based on availability. Below are indicative additional costs for local flights. Intercity Flights From Zanzibar to Arusha: From USD 100 per person (Morning flight) From Dar es salaam to Arusha: From USD 90 per person (Morning flight) From Arusha to Zanzibar: From USD 170 per person (Late Afternoon flight) From Arusha to Dar es salaam: From USD 110 per person (Late Afternoon flight) * * This tour starts & ends at Arusha with road transfers between all locations. Central Serengeti is the farthest location you will be visiting in this tour and it is 7 hours from Arusha, each way. You can check about driving and flying to Serengeti here . To save drive time, you can directly fly into Central Serengeti where your safari vehicle with guide will be waiting to directly start the safari and cover other parks over the next few days making your way to Arusha by road on the last day. We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-in Safari We can also reroute the itinerary such that you start with driving from Arusha on day 1 and cover other parks before you drive to Serengeti. We end the safari tour at Central Serengeti on the last day from where you can fly out to Ausha (or other cities). We will reroute the itinerary such that you cover all the parks included in the original itinerary with the same choice of accommodations & same number of nights as included in the original itinerary. This is called a Fly-out Safari. Fly Into Serengeti From Arusha to Central Serengeti: From USD 310 per person From Zanzibar to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person From Dar es Salaam to Central Serengeti: From USD 370 per person Fly out of Serengeti From Central Serengeti to Arusha: From USD 200 per person From Central Serengeti to Zanzibar: From USD 420 per person From Central Serengeti to Dar es salaam: From USD 420 per person Note 1: Rates mentioned above are indicative and subject to change based on airlines and party(group) size Note 2: In the Fly into Serengeti rates mentioned above, in addition to airfare, above rates also include cost to send the safari landcruiser with guide a day in advance to Serengeti, in time for your arrival & additional park fees that results due to rerouting of itinerary. Note 3: Flights into Serengeti land at around 10:30 AM and game drives can start soon after landing while flights out of Serengeti depart around 11:00 AM and game drives can be done till about 45 min before flight departure.

Day 1 - Lunch & Dinner Day 2 - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 3 - Breakfast & Lunch

Drive Times

Day 1 - Arusha to Central Serengeti takes about 7 to 7.5 hours (305 km) Day 2 - Central Serengeti to NCA takes about 3 to 3.5 hours (151 km) Day 3 - NCA to Arusha takes about 4 to 4.5 hours (154 km) Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

Concession/ Camping Fees.

Daily game drives while on Safari.

A professional driver/ guide.

4x4 Land Cruiser.

All Taxes and VAT.

Meals as per itinerary.

Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

International flights.

Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

Tips (Tipping guidelines) .

Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

Add-on tours in Serengeti Hot Air Balloon Ride: USD 540 per person Rhino Tracking: USD 130 per person Short Walking Tour (upto 4 hours): USD 45 per person Long Walking Tour (upto 6 hours): USD 60 per person Information on Serengeti Add-on tours Add-on tours in Ngorongoro Masai Village Tour: USD 25 per person Olduvai Gorge museum visit: USD 35 per person Ngorongoro Crater Rim Hike: USD 35 per person Information on Ngorongoro Add-on tours

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Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you

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Serengeti and ngorongoro 3 days 2 nights itinerary.

This 3-day safari adventure takes you on a whirlwind tour of the Serengeti National Park, focusing on abundant wildlife viewing. Day 1 features a scenic drive and afternoon game drive in the Serengeti, followed by an overnight stay at Jambo campsite. Day 2 offers a choice of relaxed or early morning game drives, exploring the central Serengeti’s rich wildlife habitats around the Seronera River. You’ll spend the night at Simba campsite. Day 3 includes a morning game drive en route to the Ngorongoro Crater for a spectacular afternoon viewing of the crater’s diverse wildlife. The tour concludes with a scenic drive back to Arusha.

DAY 1: arusha to serengeti national park.

Your safari will begin at 7AM in the morning with a pick up from your hotel in  Arusha. With everyone aboard, you will head towards Serengeti National Park. The 240 Km drive will be covered in about 6hrs. The Serengeti, means endless plains in the local African language and watching the grassland stretch out as far as the eye can see and eventually merging with the sky at the horizon is an absolutely breathtaking view. With an overall land area of 14,763 Sq Kms, It puts our notion about distance to shame. The Serengeti also houses the glorious “Big 5” (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard). Along with the “Big 5”, a very pleasant sighting would be one of Africa’s most beautiful animals – The Impala. The Serengeti ecosystem supports the greatest remaining concentration of plains game in Africa. The legendary Serengeti National Park is the most renowned safari destination for its incredible population of lions and leopards. The central portion of the Serengeti – known as Seronera area is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. It features the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. In seronera, one must really look out for the many lion prides that thrive in this region. You must also look out for the Serengeti “Kopjes” which are massive boulders of granite standing in a sea of grass. They provide ample shelter to a large variety of flora and fauna. A picnic lunch will be done during the day long game drive itself. The eventful day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.

DAY 2: full day central serengeti.

You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to the lodge/camping late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive. Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. You will explore the central portion of the Serengeti National Park today. The legendary Serengeti National Park is the most renowned safari destination for its incredible population of lions and leopards. The central portion of the Serengeti – known as Seronera area is one of the richest wildlife habitats in the park. It features the Seronera River, which provides a valuable water source to this area and therefore attracts wildlife well representative of most of the Serengeti’s species. During the off season of the migration, one must really look out for the many lion pride that thrive in this region. The interactions and survival of these lion pride provide an excellent game viewing experience all year round. Along with a picnic lunch during the full day game drive, the day will come to a close by around 5PM. The long day comes to an end with a heavy dinner and a good night’s rest in your accommodation.

Day 3 – Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater Tour (4 hours) to Arusha

Enjoy early breakfast and meet your guide to depart to Ngorongoro Crater located in the Ngorongoro Conservation area (Ngorongoro) with en-route game drive and picnic lunch. You will reach the crater by noon where you will have lunch. The Ngorongoro Crater is the world’s largest inactive, intact and unfilled volcanic caldera. It has a massive floor of about 260 sq kms with a depth of over 2000 feet. The 5-hour game drive on the crater floor will show you a lot of animal action. Keeping the camera ready is definitely recommended. The African elephant, buffalo, Black rhino, Hippos, Hyenas, Cheetahs and Lions are found in plenty. You will begin a steep ascend to the top exit of the crater by evening. This is the last leg of your safari, with a 4hr drive left to Arusha. You will be dropped off to your preferred location in Arusha. With an incredible experience and loads of memories to cherish, this is the time you bid goodbye to your team.

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Included in the price:.

• All Park fees (entry fees, transit, and crater fees)
• Three meals a day while on safaris
• 4×4 Land cruiser with pop up roof for game viewing
• Drinking water while on safari ( 2 liters per person per day).
• Camping facilities (tents, mattress etc.)
• Professional tour guide
• Government taxes

EXCLUDED FROM THE PRICE:

• Personal items in nature, e.g. Cameras, visa, toothbrush etc.
• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (unless mentioned otherwise)
• Tips for driver guide and cooker
• Sleeping bag.
• General necessities
• Towel and sleeping bag.
• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

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Watch thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the grassland savannah is an experience to behold and surely one of Africa’s natural wonders.

Watch thousands of wildebeests and zebras crossing the grassland savannah is an experience to behold and surely one of Africa’s natural wonders. On this 6-day lodge safari you will visit the Tarangire National Park, the Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti National Park. In order to increase your chances of witnessing the Great Migration, we choose your route and the order of camps according to your time of travel.

Day 1: Arusha – Tarangire National Park

After meeting your safari guide in the morning, you hit the road in your 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser and drive to the Tarangire National Park. Open savannah, baobab trees, seasonal swamps and the life-giving Tarangire River characterise the landscape of this beautiful national park. Animals gather at the river, as elephants, giraffes, bushbucks and hartebeests can often be seen. You might even be able to spot the fringe-eared oryx or the weird-looking gerenuk. Tarangire is also home to buffaloes, zebras and wildebeests which are always closely followed by a range of predators including lions.

Your safari vehicle has an open roof and is the ideal viewing platform to appreciate the nature and animals around you. In the late afternoon you will leave the park and travel to the Sangaiwe Tented Lodge, where you will spend the night.

Accommodation: Sangaiwe Tented Lodge

Day 2: Tarangire Area – Serengeti National Park

Today’s journey takes you past Lake Manyara into the fertile Ngorongoro highlands. Crossing the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, you will reach the vast open plains of the Serengeti National Park in the early afternoon.

The following days are set aside for exploring the famous Serengeti, home to the Big Five – elephant, buffalo, lion, leopard and rhino – and many other animals. You can look forward to many new wildlife sightings during your game drives as no day on safari is the same.

You spend the following three nights at the Kati Kati Tented Camp. Depending on the season, you will either stay one night in the central Serengeti and two nights in the northern Serengeti (June – October) or the southern Serengeti (January – March), or you stay all three nights in the central Serengeti (November – December & April – May).

Accommodation: Serengeti Kati Kati Tented Camp or similar

Day 3-4: Serengeti National Park

These two days are all about the Serengeti. Together with your guide, you scout for animals in this pristine corner of the world. You are in no rush and have plenty of time to observe the park’s wildlife and learn about animal behaviour as well as their social structures. The Serengeti National Park is the third largest park in Tanzania and is stunningly beautiful. While the landscape in the south is characterised by open grassland as far as you can see, open woodlands and hills are predominant in the north and west. Together with the Masai Mara, the Serengeti is host to the Great Migration of millions of wildebeest and zebras, one of the greatest shows on earth. Your home is one of the Kati Kati Tented Camps. In order to increase your chances of witnessing the Great Migration, we choose your route and the order of camps according to your time of travel.

Day 5: Serengeti National Park – Ngorongoro Conservation Area

After breakfast you will continue your safari in the Serengeti National Park. In the Seronera Valley you might be lucky to see predators hunt as animals gather at the waters during the dry season.

After lunch at a picnic spot you will slowly drive in the direction of the Ngorongoro Crater. As soon as you have reached the crater you will have a superb view of the caldera. This approximate 20 km wide crater is part of an UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to over 20,000 animals.

You will stay at the Ang’ata Ngorongoro Camp on the crater rim from where you will be able to enjoy an incredible sunset.

Accommodation: Ang'ata Ngorongoro Camp or similar

Day 6: Ngorongoro Crater Exploration & trip ends in Arusha

Rise and shine! After an early breakfast you will drive down the steep path into the crater. The Ngorongoro Crater is the largest, unbroken and unflooded caldera in the world and it has an unbelievable diversity of wildlife. In addition to zebras and wildebeests, you might also spot the rare black rhino and other members of the Big Five. The crater is also home to other animals such as hyenas, waterbucks, bushbucks, eland and more than 500 bird species.

After an extensive game drive and a picnic lunch you will leave the caldera in the afternoon and drive back to Arusha, where you will arrive in the early evening.

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Want the best views while camping and stargazing? The Safari Camper is for you

O verlanding is trending of late and this has pushed companies to innovate like never before. China-based Wild Land, ever the overlanding gear pioneer, announced their newest creation, the 3-in-1 Safari Cruiser.

This remarkable product is not just a pickup bed rack or a truck topper but a panoramic two-story camping complex, a marvel of engineering. Unlike conventional pickup toppers, the Safari Cruiser stands out by dropping to cab height and width during travel, thereby enhancing aerodynamics without compromising on interior space.

The Safari Cruiser secures to the top of a pickup truck's bed rails, resembling a sleek, square-cornered version of a cab-height pickup shell. However, despite its unassuming appearance, this loaded box, weighing 550 lb (250 kg), harbors a plethora of features. 

Its electric double-lift system is especially praiseworthy, enabling a smooth transformation from a closed shell to a high two-story base camp, with an upper rooftop tent and a flexible lower space inside the pickup bed.

Two-story bliss on the move

Once at the campsite, the Safari Cruiser unfolds its magic. With a press of a button on the provided keychain remote, users can activate the battery pack mounted to the wall of the truck bed, and watch as the Safari Cruiser rises into a two-story haven.

The upper tent reached via a ladder in the pickup bed, offers a sleeping space with breathtaking 270-degree views, courtesy of a full-mesh front panel and a clear skylight overhead. Wild Land introduces front and rear fold-out tent floor extensions, which can be manually folded out to expand the sleeping area from a cube of length 171 cm to a generous trapezoidal prism 87 x 55 inches (220 x 140 cm).

The upper tent, accessible via a ladder in the pickup bed, boasts a full-mesh front panel, offering breathtaking panoramic 270-degree views. On clear nights, campers can stargaze through the skylight overhead. Additionally, the rooftop features a 30-W solar panel , powering LED lighting, and a lift system battery.

Challenges in the Wild

While the Safari Cruiser excels in innovation, questions linger about its practicality in the field. The lower space inside the pickup bed, limited to a 59-in (150-cm) height, may not be suitable for standing. The sleeping area, although provides a brilliant panoramic view, lacks full weather protection without an enclosed back. Additionally, the design raises concerns about stability in windy conditions due to its high and broad sides.

The Safari Cruiser boasts crossbars on top capable of holding up to 66 pounds (30 kg), to which bikes, kayaks, and other outdoor adventure gear can be mounted, according to Auto Evolution .

Wild Land has currently launched the Safari Cruiser in the Chinese market, with plans for global expansion in the works. The company seeks distributors and will showcase the unit at the upcoming Outdoor Retailer Summer Market in the United States. Priced at an estimated US$10,000, the Safari Cruiser isn’t the most affordable but is attractive to adventurers with its unique blend of innovation and functionality.

CRUISE SHIP SHORE EXCURSIONS

Cruise ship shore excursions in akaroa & lyttelton, new zealand.

Kia Ora! We love welcoming cruise ship passengers to our pretty little village! Akaroa has been voted Cruise Destination of the year many times and you will soon see why!

Our sea kayaking safaris are a very popular Akaroa & Lyttleton shore excursion activity among cruise ship passengers. Please book early to avoid disappointment. We welcome all ages with a good basic level of fitness and anyone can participate as long as you can get in and out of a kayak unassisted. We offer a fun and safe activity for couples, singles, families and groups of friends, there is no better way to make the most of your time in Akaroa & Lyttleton than exploring our pristine marine reserves than by kayak with your own nature guide sharing their knowledge along the way.

We love hosting visitors from the many Cruise Ships who dock in our harbors and are often told that our kayaking safari was the highlight of their NZ trip!

Transport from the port in Akaroa is not required as we are located in walking distance of the port- just a short 10 minute stroll down the street.

If you are coming into Lyttleton Port you can join our Crater Cruiser Sea Kayak Safari.

Lyttleton cruise passengers must book via this link to secure your transport and activity. https://www.leisuretours.co.nz/day_tour/sea-kayaking/

If you have booked a sea kayaking or Ebike safari with us, please meet approximately 5 minutes before departure, your guide will be there to greet you before you head to the kayaks for a briefing and orientation session.

The bowling club is the meeting point for sea kayaking which is just off the main road through the town of Akaroa.

Directions for walking from Akaroa wharf.

From the main Wharf where the Cruise Ships drop off their passengers and tourist boats depart from, walk off the Wharf and take a LEFT, following the shoreline & past some of Akaora’s bars, shops & restaurants. Keep walking on this footpath passing Akaroa’s beach area and then the BNZ Bank and then the Petrol Station.

Turn left when you get to the cricket pitch/recreational ground, the bowling club is close to the ocean and you will be able to see our kayak trailer from here.  The walk from the main wharf is easy with no hills and will only take around 10 minutes. It’s also a great way to get orientated with our neat little town. Check out the boutique shops, try some amazing coffee in our cafes, or try one of New Zealand’s best pies at our local butcher!

Our trips are scheduled to make sure there is more than enough time to complete the safari and also have a wander around the boutique shops and cafes of Akaroa.

If you are meeting for a mountain Ebike tour we meet at the fire station which is 2 minutes walk from the wharf.

Lyttelton Cruise Ship Passengers

If you are docking in Lyttelton on you will probably have heard of nearby Akaroa which was voted best cruise destination in Australia and New Zealand. Akaroa is a real highlight and well worth taking the 50 minutes stunningly scenic drive over the hill from Lyttelton, you will get some great photo opportunities and have a great day!

If you don’t want to miss out on Akaroa, ( who wouldn’t!) we can organise a day trip to Akaroa for you. This would include a pick up near the wharf at 9am, a 55 minute scenic drive across the stunning Gebbis Pass from Lyttelton  in a private 11 seater mini van which would include photos stops and commentary from our local driver. You would be able to take part in our Crater Cruiser Sea kayak safari, or our 11:45am Lava Loop guided Electric mountain bike tours http://www.akaroaebikes.com and have some time to explore the village, then be transported back again in time for the last tenders in Lyttelton at the end of the day.  We can offer you the best advice how to make the most of your Akaroa experience from Lyttelton if you let us know you are planning a visit.

Feel free to contact us when you are planning your trip. If you want to book transport please email us [email protected] for availability.

Price guide for shuttle Lyttelton- Akaroa Return from Lyttelton Port

There is an option on our Crater Cruiser and Lava Loop activities to select the shuttle bus option at the check out when you book online.  The more people you book, the less expensive it will be per person. Prices below are in NZ dollars. Please note we require at least 3 days notice to ensure the shuttle is available

2 people-$210pp

4 people-$130pp

6 people-$86pp

8 people- $65pp

10 people-$52pp

11 people- $48pp

On the day of your Akaroa Guided Kayak Experience if you experience any problems, if you are late or need to make contact with us then our phone line will be open from 7 am on +64 211 564 591. We speak French, Spanish and English. If you still have energy for more or want an alternate activity for someone in your group check out http://www.akaroaebikes.com to see our Scenic Ebike tours on offer!