Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve | 2 hours to 3 hours

101 Reviews | Akaroa
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3 hour guided kayak Safari , follow the volcanic trail through the flooded crater while learning about the area and searching for wildlife with your local knowledgeable guide.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English, French, Spanish
  • Local guide
  • All kayaking equipment including spray skirts and jackets
  • Local taxes
  • Gratuities
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Snacks

Overview

Our Guided Kayak SafariĀ is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddleĀ through a marine reserve in an extinct volcano basin. Take in breath-taking scenery and witness amazing geology that is unique to the area. You may have chance sightings of some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins, White-flippered penguins, and native sea birds which reside in Akaroa Harbour. All of this is only 80 minutes from Christchurch! 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 local kayak/nature guide. Close encounters. No noise, No engines, No crowds, No pollution. So come and join us! Explore, Experience and Enjoy!

Meeting points

Cruise passengers coming into Akaroa Port can easily walk to our location which is a 10 mins stroll from the wharf. Lyttleton Cruise passengers must book through this link to secure transport and activity. https://www.leisuretours.co.nz/day_tour/sea-kayaking/

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari

    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!

    3 hours

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • You must be able to get in and out of your kayak unassisted.
  • Operates During summer months September-May
  • A maximum of 17 people per booking

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If itā€™s canceled because the minimum isnā€™t met, youā€™ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Reviews

4.9

101 reviews

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