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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

By Akaroa Guided Kayaks
4.7 out of 5
Price is NZ$133 per adult
Features
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as we take you on a spectacular tour through an untouched marine reserve which now exists in a flooded volcanic crater from millions of years ago. The geology and scenery will blow your mind during this intimate sea-kayaking safari. Paddle along through the clear turqouise waters of the pacific, you get the feeling you are in a postcard!  Your guide will keep watch for sightings of native New Zealand marine and bird life including Hector dolphins, white flippered penguins and NZ fur seals. Did we mention this is a bird watching paradise? We travel in small groups to ensure we have zero impact on the environment. You can rest easy knowing you have booked the most environmentally sensitive tour in the harbour. Soak up the serenity of this little slice of paradise and this activity is often voted the highlight of a NZ holiday!

Activity location

  • Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari
    • 7520, Akaroa, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ākaroa Bowling Club
    • Rue Jolie
    • 7542, Akaroa, Canterbury, New Zealand

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h3h
  • English

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as we take you on a spectacular tour through an untouched marine reserve which now exists in a flooded volcanic crater from millions of years ago. The geology and scenery will blow your mind during this intimate sea-kayaking safari. Paddle along through the clear turqouise waters of the pacific, you get the feeling you are in a postcard!  Your guide will keep watch for sightings of native New Zealand marine and bird life including Hector dolphins, white flippered penguins and NZ fur seals. Did we mention this is a bird watching paradise? We travel in small groups to ensure we have zero impact on the environment. You can rest easy knowing you have booked the most environmentally sensitive tour in the harbour. Soak up the serenity of this little slice of paradise and this activity is often voted the highlight of a NZ holiday!

Price details
NZ$133.34 x 1 AdultNZ$133.34

Total
Price is NZ$133.34

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal knowledgeable Guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedAll kayaking equipment including spray skirts and jackets
  • What's includedWhat's includedKayak safari
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransport to/from attractions
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedSnacks

Know before you book

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 10 years

Activity itinerary

Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari
  • 3h
Our Guided Sea Kayak Safari's take place in beautiful Akaroa- this is one of the best locations to sea kayak in NZ! Join us for a once in a lifetime opportunity to paddle through a marine reserve in an extinct volcano basin. Highlights include jaw dropping scenery, amazing geology that is unique to the area and the chance to see some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins, White-flipper penguins, NZ fur seals and native sea birds..Small group numbers are key as we are visiting fragile, pristine, and relatively undisturbed natural areas, enjoy exploring this marine reserve in a low-impact and environmentally responsible way with your own nature/kayak guide answering all of your questions along the way while keeping you safe on the water.. Close encounters. No noise, No engines, No crowds, No pollution. So come and join us! Explore, Experience and Enjoy! Paradise awaits only 80 minutes from Christchurch!

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESAkaroa Guided Kayak Safari
    • 7520, Akaroa, New Zealand, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEĀkaroa Bowling Club
    • Rue Jolie
    • 7542, Akaroa, Canterbury, New Zealand

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