Gin Tasting on Akaroa Nature Cruise

This June, enjoy a taste of award-winning Hector’s gin aboard the Akaroa Nature Cruise.

We’re collaborating with Akaroa Craft Distillery to bring you a gin tasting experience on every cruise starting from the 4th of June. Enjoy your choice of gin from their award-winning Hector’s range, paired with a premium tonic or soda, while taking in the beautiful scenery that gave inspiration to the distillery’s creation.

Venture out onto our deck and take in Akaroa’s stunning Winter views, with snowflaked mountain, mist and of course fur seals, Hector’s dolphins and marine wildlife. When you’re ready to cosy up, head inside where you can enjoy a gin tasting experience with fellow adventurers in our lamp filled cabin.

For guests below 18 years of age or prefers a dry beverage, we will have complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate ready. A range of bar snacks and other soft drinks will be available for purchase.

Throughout the cruise, you’re invited to select a gin from the menu* below paired with a premium tonic or soda:

Hector’s Long Harbour Ocean Wash

Hector’s French Farm Petit Pinot

Hector’s Little River Lemon Verbena

Hector’s Little Akaloa Pink Blossom

Pairing recommendation and tasting notes available in the onboard menu.

We are delighted to offer this unique experience at our regular cruise fare. The gin tasting is only valid for guests aged 18 and over, with tickets booked directly on our website, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers. *While stock lasts, we reserve the right to change the gins, tonic and sodas offered based on availability. Tasting is for a single gin beverage from 4/06/24 till 30/06/24.