Akaroa Lavender Seasonal Guided Tour Experience

New1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Akaroa Lavender

About this activity

Experience a seasonal one-hour guided tour of the lavender fields from late November to mid-February. The story of our lavender farm is shared as you walk amongst 5,000 plus lavender plants.

The opportunity to purchase lavender products is available, as is the chance to try our famous Lavenade.

At the end of the tour, you are free to wander through the lavender fields and on a short track to a picnic area amongst the forest.

Facilities include an outdoor composting toilet.

The income from our farm tours goes directly back into our conservation and regeneration programme.

Booking is essential, no walk-ins. Contact us for a group tour bookings or for tours outside advertised hours.

What's included

✓Guide English, Mandarin, Malay
✓Lavenade drink

Meeting and pickup

Turn into our property at the Akaroa Lavender sign. Travel 1km up a steep gravel road until you see the lavender fields. Turn right and park to the left near the woodshed. Do not exceed 20km/h and drive with your lights on. Road is not suitable for camper-vans. Phone us to discuss alternatives.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for those with allegies to bees

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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