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A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

For a glimpse of the history of the Banks Peninsula and an hour or two in nature, walk or ride to this historic wooden lighthouse and take in the scenic harbor views.

A slice of paradise nestled in an ancient volcanic crater, Akaroa is a treasure trove of attractions.

There’s more than one way to roll into this tiny-but-mighty town that’s the end point for one of New Zealand’s great hiking and biking tracks.

At this pretty quayside join wildlife-spotting excursions around the Banks Peninsula and enjoy waterfront walks while admiring magnificent scenery.