Akaroa Scavenger Hunt: Akaroa's Clues from the Crater Coast
Two hours. One epic Akaroa adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Akaroa you will compete for the top spot in your city. You can start your scavenger hunt any time your group is ready. Learn how it works.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Akaroa. This top rated Akaroa Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 3.00 miles and has 8 stops.
4.4 (16 reviews)
Activity Info: Akaroa's Clues from the Crater Coast
Are you ready for a whale of a time? Join us on the Akaroa, scavenger hunt, where every clue brings new laughs and surprising tales from this charming harborside town. We will explore the historic nooks, salute legendary adventurers and unravel mysteries that only the quirkiest corner of New Zealand could boast. On our Akaroa, scavenger hunt in the heart of Downtown, you are invited to dive into rich culture, nautical wonders and secret stories hidden behind vibrant doors. Challenge your team spirit while piecing together puzzles through scenic parks and mysterious monuments. Get your tickets
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Langlois-Eteveneaux House
Head into Akaroa’s French quarter for a glimpse of a home that has truly stood the test of time. Elegant shutters and steep roof hint at continental roots, making this landmark a jewel among the cottages of Banks Peninsula.
Whaling Trypots
Let us amble to Akaroa’s foreshore, where sturdy cast-iron cauldrons still stand. Imagine the sounds and smells of harvest as lamps flickered to life with oil rendered right here. These relics give a glimpse into the seafaring DNA of Banks Peninsula, more salty than sweet!
Peninsula War Memorial
Solid, solemn, and soaring above the foreshore, this obelisk reminds all passersby of the Peninsula’s strength through challenge. Names carved here tell stories of local heroes, forever woven into Akaroa’s story.
Dalys Pier
Every town by the sea has it's secret social spot, and Akaroa’s is a pier echoing with laughter, fishing tales, and splashes from young divers. Wander out and catch the salty breeze as the foreshore stretches before you—the true heart of the harbour community.
Coronation Library
Step up to a brick-and-timbered building that’s seen more stories than some can tell in a lifetime. A treasure trove for Akaroa’s book lovers and knowledge seekers, it stands as a memory of bustling chapters past and stately renovations fit for royalty.
Commander Worsley
In the heart of Akaroa stands a statue of an adventurer whose voyages reached icy extremes. This heroic figure’s story is one of grit, skill, and unyielding determination that has swept through generations—a legend forged even tougher than the Antarctic chill itself.
Akaroa Head Lighthouse
Let us meander along the waterfront where a tall, white beacon stands as a tribute to Akaroa’s maritime spirit. Generations have gazed up at it's lantern and marveled at the strength needed to guard the harbor in wild weather. The movement of this local icon is a tale in itself, and it's charm continues to attract visitors from every corner of the world.
Takapuneke Reserve
Ancient waters once lapped the shores of this serene reserve, a site that has witnessed both bustling trade and profound change. Whangaroa, as locals still call Akaroa, holds it's sacred spaces, and this is one of the most important. Every step here echoes with history, shaped by the land and it's people.
How the Akaroa Scavenger Hunt works
Explore Akaroa like never before. All you need is a phone and some free time! Our cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS and Android) uses GPS and AI photo scanning to help you navigate from stop to stop as you uncover hidden art, history, and culture all around you.
Solve riddles at each stop, complete hilarious photo challenges, and compete with your team to score the most points and top our city-wide leaderboard.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 70 Rue Balguerie, Akaroa
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 4.83 KM (3 Mi)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Akaroa Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? On your photo scavenger hunt, each player on your team will receive interactive challenges. You'll work together to solve riddles, answer trivia and complete photo challenges for a chance to top the Akaroa leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Akaroa Scavenger Hunt: Akaroa's Clues from the Crater Coast
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
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