Black Cat Group
Main Wharf, Akaroa
PO Box 80, Lyttelton
Black Cat Group operate two business.
Black Cat Cruises
New Zealand’s pioneering eco-tourism operator, has led responsible marine mammal viewing since 1985. Based in Akaroa, we offer award-winning eco-tourism experiences, including the Akaroa Nature Cruise and Swimming with Dolphins.
Our 2-hour Akaroa Nature Cruise takes you on a journey around an extinct volcanic crater to experience majestic scenery and stunning wildlife. While onboard our modern catamaran, view the rare and playful NZ Hector’s dolphins, native fur seals, penguins and other seabirds.
Our 3.5-hour Swimming with Dolphins experience is a must for your bucket list—a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to swim in the wild with the endangered Hector’s Dolphin, the world’s rarest and smallest dolphin. An intimate wildlife experience with max of only 12 swimmers, you’ll be guided by our experienced local crew and supported by world-class facilities in picturesque Akaroa.
Encounter Kaikoura
Kaikoura is undoubtedly the wildlife capital of New Zealand with a diversity of marine mammals and birdlife. Our Dolphin Encounter is focused on the Dusky Dolphins and we offer opportunities to swim with these graceful and intelligent marine mammals – all equipment is provided. Our Albatross Encounter offers superb sightings of more than 12 species of albatross including the Wandering and Royal Albatross and much more on a boat-based birding tour. Encounter Kaikoura focuses on environmental sustainability ensuring our clients experience a nature-based activity at its very best, with the least impact on the environment and its inhabitants. Friendly professional crew provide expert commentary ensuring life-long memories.
Asia (All), Australia, Canada, Central Europe/Germany, China, Eastern Europe, Europe (All), Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Latin/South America, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Rest of World, Scandinavia, Singapore, South Africa, South East Asia, Taiwan, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam
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Main Wharf, Akaroa, Christchurch 7520, New Zealand