Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

Tour info

Duration
1 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

This is an exhilarating night paddle. Experience the magical light show put on by the smallest of living sea creatures. Watch as your kayak leaves a glittering wake behind you. Dip your hands in and see the sparkles latch to your hand as you withdraw it from the water. Be one of the few to see this natural phenomenon. Also, mullet, flounder and many birds can be seen or heard. Birdlife includes tui, bellbird, kereru, oyster-catcher, pied stilt, reef heron, white-faced heron, dotterel, fantail, grey warbler, kingfisher, harrier hawk, tern, and many more. Just 20 minutes north of downtown Auckland, the Long bay – Okura Marine Reserve has an abundance of wildlife.

What’s included?

  • All kayaking and safety equipment

  • Stable sea kayaks or sit-on-tops are used

  • All tuition from our experienced qualified kayak guides

  • Guaranteed good time!

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Canoe & Kayak Adventures

About operator:

Canoe & Kayak North Shore offers a variety of sea kayak training and tours in an area that is one of Auckland's best-kept secrets. Our guided tours operate just 20 minutes from Downtown Auckland. The Long Bay-Okura Marine Reserve is home to an abundance of wildlife and historic sites. Stingray frequent the bay to feed, and resident rays Mertyl and Turtle are usually the first to pop by to say hello. The bay is also home to a number of rare seabirds, like the NZ dotterel, the variable oystercatcher and the godwit. We also cater to groups with tours to the historic Riverhead Tavern & Puhoi settlements.

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