Annadale Farm Tour
Just as the tide ebbs and flows, the seasons and colours of the 4,000-acre Annandale farm change throughout year, from luscious greens in spring to tussocky golds by autumn, and we encourage guests to explore and be as hands-on as they like:
Just as the tide ebbs and flows, the seasons and colours of the 4,000-acre Annandale farm change throughout year, from luscious greens in spring to tussocky golds by autumn, and we encourage guests to explore and be as hands-on as they like:
- Take a guided 4WD tour across the farm
- Watch sheep dogs at work
- Enjoy the atmosphere of the shearing shed, and if you’re lucky see the skilled shearers in action.
Annadale Water Activities
The sheltered, turquoise waters of Pigeon Bay and the surrounding area along Annandale's coast is the playground to much wildlife including the friendly Hector's dolphins, fur seals, blue penguins and bird colonies.
Explore our waters and enjoy another dimension of Annandale through the following experiences, led by local trained guides:
The sheltered, turquoise waters of Pigeon Bay and the surrounding area along Annandale's coast is the playground to much wildlife including the friendly Hector's dolphins, fur seals, blue penguins and bird colonies.
Explore our waters and enjoy another dimension of Annandale through the following experiences, led by local trained guides:
- Kayaking
- Nature cruises on Annandale’s powerboat
Annadale Cooking Class
If you wish to spend some of your time at Annandale improving your kitchen skills or finding out more about New Zealand cuisine, take advantage of a cooking class with our on-site chef. Without even having to leave the property, you can specify what you’d like to learn about and spend a wonderful day transforming fresh produce into delicious dishes with the help of a professional.
Alternatively, for an off-site experience, nearby Akaroa has its own cooking school, offering popular themed courses during which a guest chef inspires his or her students with fresh, local ingredients and expert techniques. Contact us to find out more about these tantalising options.
If you wish to spend some of your time at Annandale improving your kitchen skills or finding out more about New Zealand cuisine, take advantage of a cooking class with our on-site chef. Without even having to leave the property, you can specify what you’d like to learn about and spend a wonderful day transforming fresh produce into delicious dishes with the help of a professional.
Alternatively, for an off-site experience, nearby Akaroa has its own cooking school, offering popular themed courses during which a guest chef inspires his or her students with fresh, local ingredients and expert techniques. Contact us to find out more about these tantalising options.
Akaroa French Village Tour
Only a 30-minute drive from the Annandale homestead is the French-influenced town of Akaroa. Nestled in the centre of an ancient and extinct volacano, which is now an enormous and picturesque bay, its streets are lined with cafes, bistros, and quirky shops. A number of water-based activities depart from the main pier:
Only a 30-minute drive from the Annandale homestead is the French-influenced town of Akaroa. Nestled in the centre of an ancient and extinct volacano, which is now an enormous and picturesque bay, its streets are lined with cafes, bistros, and quirky shops. A number of water-based activities depart from the main pier:
- Day cruises
- Fishing and diving charters
- Dolphin-watching and dolphin-swimming tours
- Penguin viewing tours
- Water-skiiing, sea-kayaking, jet-boating