Akaroa Harbour
Mailbox delivery
Chorlton
Van at Okains Store
Water at Pigeon Bay
Scenic Mail Run Tour

Scenic Mail Run Tour

Join us and discover the magnificent natural beauty and isolation of the Eastern Bays, valleys and coastlines on this one-of-a-kind mail run experience. This unique experience is one of the only onshore mail run tours in New Zealand and has charmed both locals and tourists for over 40 years.

From

NZ$95.00

Per Person

5 Hours 20 Mins

Highlights

  • Our commentary telling the stories of Banks Peninsula's natural and social history

  • Complementary tea or coffee with homemade snacks

  • Stopping at one of NZ's longest running country stores

  • A short walk on beautiful Le Bons Bay beach

  • Plenty of stunning photo opportunities and comfort stops

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Full Description

You will travel 120km weaving in and out of 10 bays, from sea level to the crater rim, delivering mail to farms and settlements, experiencing the magnificent natural beauty & isolation of the Eastern Bays on Banks Peninsula.

As well as pick up and welcome in central Akaroa, and travel in our modern, comfortable van, your tour includes:

Our commentary telling the stories of Banks Peninsula's natural and social history
Complementary tea or coffee with homemade snacks
A historic church visit
Stopping at one of NZ's longest running country stores
A short walk on beautiful Le Bons Bay beach
Plenty of stunning photo opportunities and comfort...

Meeting Point

Collection is in front of the War Memorial in central Akaroa, near the town clock.

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled up to 24 hours before activity starts.

From

NZ$95.00

Per Person

5 Hours 20 Mins

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80 Rue Lavaud, Akaroa, New Zealand, 7520

Scenic Mail Run Tour

Jeff & Suzi invite you to join their rugged and remote rural mail delivery that has delighted tourists and locals alike for over 30 years.

We travel 120km weaving in and out of 10 bays from sea level to the crater rim delivering mail to over 140 letterboxes to farms and settlements in the comfort of our red Rural Post Van.

Your tour includes an interesting local Posti...Show More
Duration: 5 Hours 20 Mins
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the tour suitable for older adults?

Yes, this tour is well-suited for older adults. The experience involves minimal walking and a relaxed pace in a comfortable modern, rural post van.

What kind of vehicle is used for the mail run tour?

Youll ride in a modern, comfortable rural mail-delivery van (referred to as a “Rural Post Van”), not a large coach, but a spacious vehicle built for scenic and accessible travel.

Is food or drink provided, or can we bring our own?

Complimentary tea or coffee and homemade snacks are provided during the tour. Guests are welcome to bring a personal water bottle.

Is the tour available year-round?

Yes, the tour runs all year round, operating Monday to Friday. Tours on Saturdays can be arranged by prior request, and the service does not run on public holidays.

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