Children’s Bay Park is a 200-hectare private park nestled in the middle of Akaroa Harbour. Located in between Takamatua Bay on the north and Children’s Bay on the south the park enjoys sweeping views of the Akaroa Harbour and a beautiful and private perspective back towards the historic village of Akaroa.

Over the last 10 years Children’s Bay Park has planted over 50,000 native plants. Walking tracks have been carefully placed through existing regenerating native and recently planted native to create a varied and interesting experience that includes expansive views of the surrounding bays.

All proceeds* to Children’s Bay Park go straight back into track maintenance, planting and pest control as well as the re fencing of regenerating areas for wetlands and habitat expansion for native birds.

Itinerary Details

Return helicopter flight. Depart / return Christchurch airport
Fly over the volcanic rim of banks peninsular and touch down in front of The Red Shed within Children’s Bay Park
Refreshments on arrival at the Red Shed
A short guided walk to plant a Totora tree and learn about the planting within the Park and the history of Akaroa
Return to the Red Shed to relax by the fire, reconnect and enjoy a sensational 6-course degustation lunch with refreshments.

Red Shed Degustation:

is a beautiful dinning experience provided by a local chef in a restored hay shed located in an elevated and private setting overlooking the historic village of Akaroa.

The chef has carefully prepared an impressive array of her signature dishes, using quality local produce, that will take you on a very memorable foodies journey in a ‘classic’ setting that you won’t forget. The Red Shed Degustation is high culinary art, that will stimulate the senses. A blend of rustic, delicate and delicious all merging into one beautiful and bespoke experience to share with close family or friends.

Book your Red Shed Degustation experience today.

Oka I’a - Raw Tuna and Coconut Salad
Seared Beef Carpaccio on Char Grilled Crostini with Salsa Verde
Cured Akaroa Salmon with Roasted Baby Beets & Goats Cheese Mousse
Pork Rillette with Pickled Shallots and Herbed Crème Fraiche
Pan Seared Grouper on a Smoked Potato and Cauliflower Purée
Bitter Chocolate Creme Brulee Tart with Vanilla Bean Crème

Menu can change based on seasonality and supply of ingredients

A vegetarian menu is available on request only. Please advise at least 5 days in advance of trip. Please also specify any allergies.

*these proceeds include amounts paid to The Red Shed as part of your package, excluding refreshments and degustation.

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