Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura | 3 hours

36 Reviews | Kaikoura
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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
2 Adults x $233.46
$466.92
Approx Total
$466.92
Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
2 Adults x $233.46
$466.92
Approx Total
$466.92

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Private transportation
  • Dry bags for camera's, all kayaking equipment, paddle jackets, wet shoes, spray skirts, dry pants, gloves and hats over the winter months.

Overview

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view Whales. Kaikoura's only Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view Dolphins and Seals. New Zealand's 1st Friend of the Sea sustainable operator for Dolphin and Whale viewing. Traditional double sea kayaks with cockpits and spray skirts for a dry ride and rudders for easy steering. Qualified New Zealand guides. 100% guaranteed to view Fur Seals on all tours. Family Friendly - operating year round. The Wildlife Kayaking tour is the real deal!

Meeting points

Travel through the main street of Kaikoura South past the Information Centre towards the seal colony and take your first right off the Esplanade on to Killarney st. Look for the Kaikoura Kayaks yellow street sign and flying banner at our base. Please check in 15 minutes prior to departure.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 - Celebrating 25 years of operation! Experience the excitement of watching Fur Seals ducking, weaving and diving around your kayak on a private tour with Kaikoura Kayaks. Paddle gently along with them as they swim around the Kaikoura Peninsula hunting for their favourite feed of Octopus. But be sure to keep your distance as they devour their delicious dinner in front of you, then watch in amazement as hundreds of Pelagic (ocean going) birds swoop in to clean up the tasty left-overs. This adventure around the beautiful coastal waters takes in the breath-taking views of sheer cliff faces, craggy rocks and mountain ranges while searching for chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins and Blue Penguins. This fun tour is suitable for all ages and abilities while operating year round and doesn't require any previous kayaking experience. These professionally guided kayaking expeditions adhere to the highest of safety standards. Our Wildlife Kayaking tours are one of the most popular activity tours in Kaikoura. Paddling time is approximately 1.5hr, please arrive 15 minutes prior & allow 3 hours duration.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • In any adventure activity, there is an element of risk involved. Risks in undertaking this activity include, property damage, personal injury, illness because of adverse weather conditions, risk of drowning, death, sunburn, dehydration, hyperthermia, and exhaustion.
  • We recommend you bring the following: Long sleeved thermal top, Fleece (if a bit chilly), shorts or light pants e.g. quick drys, NO JEANS! Sunglasses, cap, running shoes or sandals, drinking water, camera and towel.

Free Cancellation

September 27100% refund
September 28No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.9

36 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    34
  • 4 stars
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  • 3 stars
    1
  • 2 stars
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 34 reviews with 5 stars

Fun and beautiful...

Published on Dec, 2024

Fun and beautiful experience. Our guide was friendly and explained everything well. I’d definitely recommend.

Fun and beautiful...

Published on Dec, 2024

Fun and beautiful experience. Our guide was friendly and explained everything well. I’d definitely recommend.

Awesome kayak experience!

Published on Nov, 2024

Awesome time with our guide Zoe. Saw dolphins, seals, fish churning and bird wild life. Equipment excellent. We felt safe and well looked after. Not hurried. An enjoyable morning. Thanks Zoe.

Awesome kayak experience!

Published on Nov, 2024

Awesome time with our guide Zoe. Saw dolphins, seals, fish churning and bird wild life. Equipment excellent. We felt safe and well looked after. Not hurried. An enjoyable morning. Thanks Zoe.

Fantastic

Published on Jun, 2024

Magical experience! We went on a tour Saturday morning with our two kids (13 and 15) with guide Brad and we had THE best tour ever! Would absolutely recommend!

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