Visit Akaroa, New Zealand

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Just 75 kilometres from the city of Christchurch, New Zealand, Akaroa is a historic French and British settlement nestled in the heart of an ancient volcano. Explore the village with its colonial architecture, galleries, craft stores, and cafés. Relax or take part in the many activities that are on offer. Explore the dramatic outer bays and take your time to soak in the magic of this area. Set on a beautiful, sheltered harbour and overlooked by craggy volcanic hills, Akaroa is a popular resort village and in summer which places stress on the summer water supply, which is entirely dependent upon rainfall on the hills. Many rare Hector's Dolphins may be found within Akaroa harbour, and 'swim with the dolphins' boat tours are a major tourist attraction. In Flea Bay you will find the largest little penguin colony on mainland New Zealand. You will also find fantastic sea kayaking in area.

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