Sheep Farm Experience
Akaroa
Tour Details
Depart Akaroa for a local tour through the bays and up onto the summit road providing magnificent views of both the entire harbor and the northern coastline of the South Island.
Your next stop will be a delicious one as you arrive at Barry's Bay Cheese Factory for a tasting of some of their wonderful local cheeses.
Continue to Coombe Farm for a guided tour, witness sheepdogs at work, and a sheep shearing demonstration. This farm has been in the ownership of one family for several generations and runs several thousand sheep over an extensive hill block. At the farm, you will witness the sheepdog round up the sheep and bring them into the sheep pens where you can touch and photograph them. The farmer will explain about the sheep breeds, the wool, and meat before shearing a sheep in the woolshed. The afternoon visit will end with afternoon tea provided by the farmer's wife on the homestead.
You will end the day with a return to Akaroa township where the tour concludes back at the port area.
$80 per person
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Reference: Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Seven Seas Explorer, Departing Sun, Dec 29, 2024
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Shore Excursion Size: Small
Shore Excursion Type: Eco, Nature
Shore Excursion Duration: 2.5
Shore Excursion Departs From: Cruise Ship Tender Pier
Activity Level: Easy
Food/Beverage Provided: Snack, Beverage
Recommended Dress: We recommend guests wear comfortable weather-appropriate clothing, with layers that may be removed, and comfortable, flat-soled walking shoes. We also suggest a hat and sunglasses.
Restrictions: Guests must be able to get in and out of transportation. This tour can accommodate a collapsible wheelchair, however, guests should have someone with them to assist.