Walk through 5,000 lavender plants on a guided farm tour at Akaroa Lavender in Duvauchelle. Learn about sustainable farming, savor Lavender Lavenade, and support regional conservation efforts.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires walking approximately 1 km over uneven terrain.
Wildlife
History
Akaroa Lavender was established to combine sustainable farming with conservation, actively restoring native forest around the farm.
Conservation
Tour proceeds support ongoing native forest regeneration and biodiversity rehabilitation around the farm property.
Akaroa Lavender
Walk through 5,000 lavender plants on a guided farm tour at Akaroa Lavender in Duvauchelle. Learn about sustainable farming, savor Lavender Lavenade, and support regional conservation efforts.
Akaroa Lavender is a lavender farm located in Duvauchelle on Banks Peninsula in Canterbury. The farm offers guided experiences that combine lavender cultivation, local history, and hands-on conservation education. Two signature experiences are available: Arataki Conservation, a two-hour guided tour that walks through regenerating forests and lavender fields with sweeping views of Akaroa Harbour and concludes with a traditional afternoon tea; and Arataki Lavender, a guided tour through over 5,000 vibrant lavender plants that covers the farm’s history, includes a tasting of the signature Lavender Lavenade, and points out scenic picnic spots.
Guides describe plant varieties, restoration methods, and the role of native species in the landscape while moving along established tracks and stopping at viewpoints. The conservation-focused content explains efforts to restore parts of the property toward pre-European vegetation and highlights how lavender and native planting are managed together. Photography-friendly vantage points offer panoramic vistas of Akaroa Harbour and the surrounding peninsula.
Akaroa Lavender welcomes day visitors and small groups seeking an immersive botanical and conservation experience. Each guided visit combines walking with restful stops at viewpoints and picnic areas, and the format emphasizes education, safe access to tracks, and locally made refreshments. As a featured destination on The Adventure Collective, Akaroa Lavender is presented as a hands-on option for travelers interested in plants, landscape restoration, and scenic harbour views.
Bookings and current availability are listed on The Adventure Collective entry for Akaroa Lavender.
Location
Duvauchelle, Canterbury
Near Akaroa Harbour and Banks Peninsula
Lavender Plants
5,000+
Extensive fields of vibrant lavender
Tour Length
2 hours
Arataki Conservation guided duration
Tours Offered
2 experiences
Guided lavender and conservation tours
Check availability on The Adventure Collective and secure a spot on a guided lavender or conservation walk to experience the farm firsthand.
Wear sturdy shoes
The terrain is natural and uneven, so solid footwear helps navigate rabbit holes and rough patches safely.
Stay hydrated
Bring water to stay refreshed through the hour-long tour under the open sky.
Mind the electric fences
Observe posted warnings and avoid touching fences or traps for your safety and farm protection.
Plan for weather
Tours operate rain or shine—pack sun protection or a rain jacket as conditions can change quickly.
Hiking shoes
Provides traction and ankle support on uneven farm ground.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your walk around the fields.
Sunhat and sunscreen
Protects you from sun exposure during open-field walking.
spring|summer
Light rain jacket
Useful protection against sudden showers common in the region.
spring|fall