Have you ever seen a cruise ship up close? We see about 50 cruise ships a year docking in Lyttleton Harbour, and the sheer size of these ships never stops impressing us! When we witness just how large these ships can be, we have to take a moment to consider what a feat of human […]
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THINGS TO DO IN CHRISTCHURCH ON A LONG WEEKEND
Check out our most recent blog post about what is open in Christchurch since the earthquakes. New Zealand is known for its outdoor adventures: for glaciers and fjords, volcanoes and pristine beaches. And while New Zealanders do love to be outside, the fact is that most of us live in developed urban areas. Living in cities doesn’t […]
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CHRISTCHURCH SIGHTSEEING TOURS & WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS
Welcome to Christchurch! We live in a diverse and scenic city, and while many visitors are attracted to the South Island for Alps and fjords, don’t discount the Sumner Beach Christchurch. Photo credit: Flickr city of Christchurch for some excellent sightseeing options. New Zealand’s second largest city and the biggest on the South Island, Christchurch […]
“Thanks for organising our trip to Ripapa Island with our holiday programme. We wish to give positive feedback on the whole experience. We were greeted on time and by your friendly staff. Our group of young people aged 9-12 really enjoyed seeing the tunnels, guns and going to a place only 2 of them had […]
A great blog post about Akaroa: “Two extinct volcanoes. Two harbours. One drop dead gorgeous peninsula just over the hill from Christchurch. When I finally score the real ‘Bank Error in Your Favour’ card instead of Monopoly’s version, I’m going to buy a ‘bach’ in Akaroa, the faux-French heart of the Banks Peninsula. Once a […]
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BLACK CAT LEADS THE PACK IN ECO-TOURISM
Black Cat may be well known as a tourism operator, but did you know that we’re also a leader in environmental management? From reducing energy consumption to donating a portion of every passenger fare to dolphin conservation, Black Cat takes extra measures to ensure the preservation of our environment. New Zealand’s first eco-tourism operator Established […]
Did you know that you can charter Black Cat boats for private events? Our Canterbury Cat and Black Cat catamarans comfortably hold up to 80 people, providing the perfect venue for a unique and enjoyable function. A smooth evening From entertaining clients and staff to celebrating with friends and family, chartered cruises are a memorable […]
Quail Island lies in the flooded crater of an extinct volcano, a short Black Cat ferry ride from Lyttleton. While it is Canterbury’s largest island, Quail Island is only 81 hectares in area and easily explored in half a day. Rich in history and boasting a wealth of activities, the uninhabited island makes for a […]
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HELP PROTECT OUR FRIENDLIEST DOLPHIN
Hector’s dolphins are the highlight of many Black Cat cruises, and rightfully so. Known to be the smallest and friendliest dolphin species, Hector’s are found only in New Zealand. Aside from their playful dispositions, the dolphins are notable for their rounded dorsal fins and short snouts. Our mission When Black Cat was established in 1985, […]
CD Traveller.com based in the UK has also named swimming with dolphins in Akaroa as one of their top 10 things to do in New Zealand. Swimming with dolphins in Akaroa Whale watch tours in Kaikoura Tucking into a Maori meal and cultural tour Partying up a storm in Wellington […]