Photo: Park Bench Akaroa New Zealand

Relax on a park bench along the waterfront in the town of Akaroa in Canterbury on the South Island of New Zealand and take in the scenery.

Turquoise colored waters, boats, mountains and green volcanic hillsides are part of the stunning scenery along the waterfront in the town of Akaora on the South Island of New Zealand. Sit back on a sunny day, take in the sights and breath in the fresh air of the Akaroa Harbour from a park bench situated on the waterfront walkway.For land lovers, keep your eyes peeled as you sit on the park bench and watch for any species of birds or sea life including the Hectors Dolphin. For water lovers, partake in a wildlife cruise, sea kayak, fish or just rent a boat and tour the coastline around Akaroa, New Zealand.The waterfront walkway can become extremely busy in the summer months and finding a place on a park bench to take in the view can be time consuming. Some people choose the early morning walks along this scenic waterfront before the crowds begin to gather later in the day.Akaroa, New Zealand is nestled on the shores of a sheltered harbour where the hillsides that surround you are actually volcanic mounds. ... continue below the picture...

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... The resort town of Akaroa is visited by thousands of people each summer due to the fabulous beaches, scenery, restaurants, cafes and hotels. A place that you may never want to leave once you have been there.Blue park bench along the waterfront in the town of Akaroa, Akaroa Harbour, Banks Peninsula, Canterbury, East Coast, South Island, New Zealand.