Bret and I have always wanted to visit Akaroa, which is a small township an hour and a half away from Christchurch. They're known for being French-influenced and founded, and offer nature harbor cruises. We took a shuttle coach to Akaroa for the day and lounged beachside. The town is very laid-back, slow, and relaxed, with only 550 residents, which can climb to 6000 in the summer. The weather was gorgeous and perfect and it was a great end to a busy week.
Before crusing down into the harbor, a view of Akaroa from above...
while looking back towards Christchurch.
World-renowned (apparently) fish and chips shop we ate at upon arrival
Although we didn't go on a harbor cruise, Akaroa is known for the world's smallest and rarest dolphins, Hector's dolphins. There are only 3000-4000 and are only found in New Zealand. I took this photo, because the dolphin is true to size (even smaller than the dolphins we swam with)!
In a gift shop, Bret giving Hector (named after the dolphins, of course), the owner's dog, a little love
Spectacular scenery throughout the small township
Our last stop on the way back to Christchurch was Barry's Bay Cheese, the only cheese factory left on the Banks Peninsula, to sample some yummy cheeses and check out the cheese-making process!
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