Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura | 3 hours

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Private seal kayaking tour
2 Adults x $145.91
$291.82
Approx Total
$291.82
Duration: 3 hours
Seal Kayak tour
2 Adults x $78.79
$157.58
Approx Total
$157.58
All Seal tours are guided with a 100% chance to see the New Zealand fur seal. The seal kayak tour runs for 2.5 - 3 hours.
Sunset Kayak Tour
2 Adults x $78.79
$157.58
Approx Total
$157.58
The Sunset Kayak tour is my personal favourite with still a 100% chance to encounter the New Zealand fur seal it the best way to Finnish your day in Kaikoura.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • All kayaking equipment including spray jackets, dry bags, pants
  • Private transportation
  • Local guide
  • Free photos from our guides
  • Gratuities

Overview

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you and your group around the rugged coastline encountering seals, penguins and seabirds with the jaw-dropping mountains as a backdrop. With expert local commentary along the way on indigenous local history, post colonial sealing and whaling and everything in between This immersive experience can be tailored to suit any traveller. Whether your special private tour is for a honeymooning couple, avid wildlife group or just a special family adventure, the team at Seal Kayak Kaikoura will make sure you create memories that last a lifetime

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Flexible pickup locations within 15 minutes of our central location for all private tours. ... Read more â–¼

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Meeting points

All customers to meet at 18 beach road Kaikoura, unless discussed prior for private tours.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Peninsula Seal Colony

    The Kaikoura seal colony is a famous location for viewing fur seals. On all our tours we visit parts of the seal colony that is only accessible by sea. The seals are the stars of the show in this location.Along the way we have other chance encounters with blue penguins, native seabirds and other marine wildlife.

    2 hours

  • Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway

    We pass by either the start or the finish of the famous Kaikoura Peninsula walkway. Traveler's will have the opportunity to view different sections of the walkway from an ocean vantage point giving a different perspective to if you were to walk it.

    40 minutes

  • Kaikoura (Pass By)

    We pass through the main township on our van journey to the begging of the kayak route. Our guides will point out any buildings of interest or eateries that they recommend.

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • All passenger heights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 6'4
  • All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 120 kg maximum weight is 115kg. If your weight is 115kg - 125kg, you must book a private tour for your safety.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Not recommended for anyone that suffers from severe sea sickness
  • Not recommended for travellers over 130kg

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund
February 07No 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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