Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998

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 3 - 3.5hr Wildlife Kayaking tours are one of the most popular activity tours in Kaikoura.

• Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 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 3 - 3.5hr Wildlife Kayaking tours are one of the most popular activity tours in Kaikoura.

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998

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!

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Most travelers can participate
Near public transportation
Stroller accessible
Not wheelchair accessible
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate