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A Classic Ride is the only Honda Goldwing & Sidecar tour in New Zealand & we have a Model A 1928 Ford for weddings & tours complete with driver in period suit right down to the silver fob watch! From a half hour Akaroa township overview & photo stop to a full day tour the Honda Goldwing & driver are licensed to thrill. The immensity of the open sky with no roof over your head is breathtaking. The side car is extra wide. Two smaller people or one larger person can fit in the sidecar with another on the back of the bike. Whether you are staying at Matua Gardens Retreat or a visitor to Akaroa & Banks Peninsula this unique way of experiencing the breathtaking beauty of the extinct volcanic crater is available for short or long tours. Nowhere else in NZ can you sightsee like this. If you are looking for a spectacular way to see Akaroa you can find Richard down at the taxi stand at the end of the Main Wharf near the Akaroa Village Inn on the days cruise ships are in. If he isn't there check the board for the time he'll be back or email sue@matuagardens.co.nz to pre-book to make sure you don't miss out. Tell Richard you saw the Facebook ad & if you are the first trip of the day in addition to one person riding free he'll take $5 off your trip!

THE BOAT Wairiri is a classic Kauri launch built in 1964. She has been lovingly restored and is spacious & comfortable with great visability for viewing wildlife and the coastline. Cruising speed is 8 knots, so the rare Hectors dolphins feel comfortable with her. Wairiri doesn't have to chase dolphins--they come to her! LOCAL EXPERIENCE: Tony has lived on Banks Peninsula since the 60s and has spent hundreds of hours diving and fishing these waters. He can confidently take Wairiri in to places that other operators can't: Haylocks & Damons Bay, up in to sea caves, close to where the little blue penguins nest, etc. PERSONAL SERVICE: Tony takes small groups and takes the time to walk around & talk with people individually (instead of using a PA system). He has travelled the world and enjoys meeting people from different countries & cultures. VARIETY: Coastal sightseeing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving, spear fishing--even claybird target shooting! Bring your gear, food & drink. There's a BBQ on board and TWO hot showers! Half day booking $750. Full day $1400. Max group size 33 inside Akaroa Harbour & 18 outside. Fishing charters (all gear provided) max fishing 12. Max group size as above. Cost $1400 full day & $750 half day. Morning & afternoon cruises leave Akaroa main wharf & cost $65/adult & $25/child. Under 5s are free.

We set up our page at the request of our farm tour visitors wanting to post photographs showing their experiences. We hope it gives you a better idea of what our tour involves.

Come and stay at our beautiful hostel on the Banks Peninsular!. Our hostel has been pleasing travelers for 25 years!! So come on over, chill in the hammock and watch the beautiful scenery!