Kayak & Canoe Tours
Nature & Wildlife
Hiking & Walking
Family-friendly Tours
Day Tours
Highlights
- Walk through ancient red beech forest and tree fern groves
- See waterfalls and hear native birds along the Banks Track
- Visit Tutakākahikura Scenic Reserve, with trees over 400 years old
- Travel from forested hills to the remote coastline at Pōhatu Bay
- Paddle through the marine reserve with a qualified guide
- Combine two active Banks Peninsula experiences in one full day
- Scenic 4WD minivan transport from Akaroa
- Map and instructions for the self-guided forest hike
- Access to a communal kitchen and bathroom facilities
- Fully guided sea-kayaking safari
- Qualified kayak guide
- Life jacket, dry jacket and spray deck
- Dry bag for a camera or small personal items
- Guaranteed opportunity to see New Zealand fur seals
Children should generally be at least 6 years old. Toddlers and infants cannot take part in the kayaking activity. Each child will be paired with an adult in a double kayak.
Weather, sea conditions, fitness and kayaking ability may affect participation. On some days, the tour may only operate for experienced kayakers. When a guest cannot safely join the kayaking section, an alternative nature tour or full refund may be offered, subject to availability.
- More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund**
- Within 24 hours: No refund
Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.
Sea kayaking at Pōhatu/Flea Bay comes with risks and can be dangerous. The outer-coast of Akaroa harbor is characterized by: remoteness, rapidly changing and sometimes extreme weather and water conditions, cold water and limited kayak landing sites.
Detailed risk management and strict safety procedures are observed, however, there still remains an element of risk. Pōhatu Penguins/Plunge NZ Ltd cannot absolutely guarantee participants’ safety. Pōhatu Penguins/Plunge NZ Ltd accepts its legal responsibilities but cannot be held responsible for personal injury or loss, theft or damage of/to your equipment outside legal responsibilities.
For these reasons, clients must properly understand English and, listen carefully to and follow guides’ instructions and adhere to safety requirements.
