The kids are sure to sleep soundly after playing by the water at Okains Bay Beach. Hunt for little critters like crabs and snails, dip a toe in the water or kick a ball around!

If you're planning to stick around a while in Canterbury, Okains Bay Beach is a good place to kick off your exploring. This stretch of coastline is one of many attractions that'll keep you occupied here. Le Bons Bay Beach, and Maori & Colonial Museum are also waiting for you nearby.

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Akaroa: Pohatu Little Penguins 3-Hour Evening Experience

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Akaroa: Dolphin Nature Cruise

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History & culture

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Akaroa: Stargazing Tour with 2 Telescopes & Souvenir Photos

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Akaroa Explorer- Guided Electric Bike Tour in Akaroa

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Akoroa NZ is an awesome place to visit, lots of hidden bays to hang out and relax in.

Le Bons Bay Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Le Bons Bay Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Le Bons Bay.

Akaroa Museum

Delve into the past in this fascinating little local museum with its three heritage buildings on the South Island’s Banks Peninsula.

The Giant's House is an amazing living art project by a local artist in Akaroa

Linton The Giant House

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Linton The Giant House in Akaroa. Wander the waterfront and beaches in the area.

Akaroa Wharf

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

Akaroa showing a pebble beach, a bay or harbor and a lighthouse

Akaroa Lighthouse

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.