Steeped in rich history
A quaint French inspired seaside village just a 90 minute scenic drive from Christchurch.
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Award winning adventures
For over a decade Black Cat has been recognised nationally and internationally with numerous tourism awards and are recognised as New Zealand’s first true eco-tourism operator

Qualmark endorsed and the only cruise operator in Akaroa to hold an Enviro-Gold award


Awarded by the Department of Conservation for our safe and sustainable practises not just with the environment but the willdlife we work around

Black Cat Cruises made it onto the Top 100 Bucket List for Experience OZ + NZ

Recognised by our industry peers for our conservation efforts we proudly received this award in 2004

We have received Trip Advisor’s Certificate of Excellence for the last 5 years running and so have made it into their ‘Hall of Fame’

We currently hold the title for number 1 wildlife activity in New Zealand as voted for by thousands of Kiwi’s in the AA’s national survey

Black Cat Cruises is approved by the Department of Conservation

Black Cat Cruises are listed in the 2014 guide as one of the Top 10 Marine Mammal Experiences in the world for our akaroa dolphin swim experience!