The Seventh Generation
Tours
Akaroa
No one else tells this story
Be one of the few to really learn about New Zealand.
Tūrangawaewae | Connect
Kaitiakitanga | Protect
Manaakitanga | Share
…for The Seventh Generation
coming after us.
Authentic experiences
Hi! I’m Marie Haley a seventh generation French descendant and the Akaroa #1 expert guide.
My purpose is to tell my family story; New Zealand’s history, and keep those stories alive for the seventh generation coming after us. By understanding our history we know who we are and can inform our future.
I am the seventh generation descendant from French settlers to Akaroa. This is my family story, and New Zealand’s history.
Akaroa is unique in having 5 of the countries most important historic sites, that tell the full settlement story of the nation. My personal family story is woven throughout.
This tour provides a deep understanding of New Zealand’s history and nature and leaves you with clear inspiration and hope for the future.
“Best tourism experience in Canterbury!!“
The landscapes and views are astounding – magnificent and beautiful.
This is a unique, memorable experience unlike any other.
“Unforgettable and Must Do”
Most meaningful trip I had taken during our 3-month stay in New Zealand.
Marie’s tour of Akaroa is integral to the story of New Zealand. She brings this incredibly fascinating story to life.
At the end, Ifelt as if Marie was not only a friend, but she that she had shared with me New Zealand’s best kept secret.
Akaroa Historic Sites
Akaroa is home to five of the most important historic sites in New Zealand, with ‘a richer set of narratives than Waitangi’.
With The Seventh Generation expert local guide, you will explore hidden gems not found in guidebooks.
History
All tours can be designed just for you, get in touch!
- Visit Tuhiraki to learn about Māori navigation and settlement,
- Geological and ecological history,
- European exploration and discovery,
- Visit Takapūneke to learn about the flax trade, intertribal warfare, and early European contact,
- Visit Ōnuku Church to learn about French whaling and the Treaty of Waitangi,
- Visit Britomart Monument to learn about British French imperial rivalry,
- Visit the Catholic Cemetery to meet my ancestors, key characters in New Zealand’s settlement story,
- Visit Britomart Reserve, learn about the Ngāi Tahu land sale,
- Visit French Akaroa to learn about my families unique French settlement,
- Learn about the Catholic history of New Zealand and Bishop Pompallier,
- Visit the rural farming landscape, to learn about our farming history.
You’ll be as stunned by Akaroa’s fascinating history, as you are by its unparalleled natural beauty.
Nature
Akaroa doesn’t just boast some of New Zealand’s best history, it also has some of the best ecological conservation stories as well!
- Visit the stunning Akaroa Heritage Park,
- Visit Hinewai Reserve, the remarkable story of Hugh Wilson and regenerating native forest through weeds!
- View Pa Nga Toko Ono, archeological site,
- Visit the sea cliffs at the End of the Earth, learn about Protecting Natural Quiet with Quiet Parks International,
- Visit the Wildside, a landowner driven conservation project, taken to national success by your guide Marie,
- Learn about the Seventh Generation Principle, a concept that drives these tours, to protect for generations coming after us and learn from the generations that came before,
- Be inspired to find your own sense of connection to place.
Educational, enthralling and unforgettable. Get ready to be inspired by The Seventh Generation Principle!
The Tours
The Seventh Generation are THE Akaroa specialists
History, ecology, storytelling, woven into one complete tour…
Akaroa Nature and History Tour
Including all of the very best history and nature sites that Akaroa and Banks Peninsula has to offer.
Be awed by the rich history, the amazing characters and the stunning conservation projects.
Connect deeply, be inspired and go home enhanced by this remarkable experience.
Akaroa School and Group Trips
Akaroa has everything schools and groups could want. 5 of the most important historic sites in NZ that together tell a complete settlement story.
Perfect for Aotearoa NZ Histories Curriculum Teacher Training PD.
Get in touch, to design a tour specifically for your learning focus.
School, University, Conference, Corporate, U3A
Akaroa Private Tours
Private tours in Akaroa will show you the best Akaroa attractions and all the best things to do in Akaroa. While your expert Akaroa local guide will be able to answer all your questions and tailor Akaroa tours to your unique taste.
“World Class” “Remarkable”
Destinations
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The site of 3 of New Zealand’s most important historic sites, such rich history can be told from one place.
Tuhiraki, The Brig Elizabeth Te Rauparaha Massacre, Britomart Monument.
Learn the international history of New Zealand and your guides own personal family story.
2
Rich in New Zealand and international history and heritage, visually stunning, peaceful and quiet.
The site of the first signing of The Treaty of Waitangi in the South Island.
Learn about the British French imperial rivalry in the Race for the South Island.
3
The most beautiful and peaceful place you can imagine for a picnic overlooking the stunning Akaroa Harbour.
A community conservation project to enhance and restore.
4
A visionary conservation project that will inspire and awe you with what one man with a purpose can achieve.
Travelling out to the sea cliffs at the End of the Earth, learn about nature conservation projects, the Wildside Project and The Seventh Generation Project.
What Travelers Think
A World Class Tour.
We enjoyed an excellent tour with Marie this afternoon.
The tour certainly lived up to the high ratings of previous customers.
Marie herself is a seventh generation local family member, and this shows in both the passion and the realism she brings
to her wide ranging tour.
A delicious home made picnic at Akaroa Heritage Park, with stunning views of the Harbour, topped off a most memorable afternoon.
Our COMMITMENTS
The Seventh Generation is committed to regenerative tourism, to enhance community, place and nature. This holistic way of operating our business overlaps into all aspects of our life.
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Blog
Read the latest news and stories of The Seventh Generation regenerative tourism philosophy and practices to uplift and inspire.
Enjoy stories of Akaroa’s History, local characters, interesting new research and connection to nature in this wide ranging blog.
A journey like no other
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