Kayak & Canoe Tours
Nature & Wildlife
Family-friendly Tours
Day Tours
Highlights
- Paddle through Pōhatu Marine Reserve with a qualified guide
- Watch for fur seals, Hector’s dolphins, seabirds and seasonal penguins
- Enter deep sea caves when conditions are calm
- Spend extra time surrounded by the natural landscapes of Pōhatu Bay
- Walk through ancient forest during the break between activities
- Learn how nesting boxes and conservation monitoring support kororā
- View the bay from sheltered hillside hides before nightfall
- Scenic return travel from Akaroa by 4WD minivan
- Photo stops and local commentary
- Fully guided sea-kayaking safari
- Safety briefing and wildlife code
- Life jacket, dry jacket, spray deck and dry bag
- Free time at Pōhatu Bay
- Access to communal kitchen and shower facilities
- Self-guided forest walking tracks
- Guided evening penguin conservation tour
What to Bring
- Backpack
- Snacks and packed dinner
- Refillable water bottle
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm layers for the evening
- Hiking shoes or sturdy footwear
- Change of clothes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and sun hat
- Personal medication
Children should generally be at least six years old and will be paired with an adult in a double kayak. Toddlers and infants cannot take part.
The guide makes the final decision on kayaking participation based on sea conditions, fitness, age and paddling ability. Some departures may only be suitable for experienced kayakers. When participation is not considered safe, an alternative nature tour or refund may be offered, subject to availability.
- Adult: 16 Years +
- Children: 6-15 Years Old
- Minimum age: 6 years
- More than 24 hours before departure: Full refund less 10% service charge**
- 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.
