Akaroa, New Zealand

Cruise Port

Akaroa

Town in Canterbury, New Zealand.

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Overview

Akaroa is a cruise port in New Zealand. It lies on the coast at approximately -43.804, 172.967.

About Akaroa

Akaroa is a small town on Banks Peninsula in the Canterbury Region of the South Island of New Zealand, situated within a harbour of the same name. The name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu Māori for “Long Harbour”, which would be spelled Whangaroa in standard Māori. The area was also named Port Louis-Philippe by French settlers after the reigning French king Louis Philippe I.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Akaroa — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Akaroa

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Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 21°C in Jan and coolest around 11°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
21°
13°
Feb
21°
13°
Mar
19°
12°
Apr
18°
10°
May
16°
9°
Jun
13°
7°
Jul
11°
5°
Aug
12°
5°
Sep
14°
6°
Oct
16°
8°
Nov
18°
10°
Dec
20°
12°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Akaroa the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Akaroa, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →