Guided Seal Kayaking Tour in Kaikoura

Explore Kaikōura’s coastal waters by kayak with a professional guide. Join a shared outing or take a private trip, with family and sunset options also available.

• Look for New Zealand fur seals swimming, diving and resting along the coast
• Take in sheer cliff faces, craggy rocks and mountain ranges from the water
• Watch for possible encounters with dusky dolphins and blue penguins

What's Included

• Life jacket, spray skirt and paddle jacket
• Paddling mitts and wet shoes
• Dry bag for your camera
• Spare thermal clothing and GORE-TEX dry pants for winter paddling
• Stable sea kayaks on the guided wildlife and private wildlife options

Important details

• Ages 13+ for the Guided Wildlife Kayaking Experience. Ages 3+ for the private, family and sunset options.
• No previous kayaking experience is required.
• Sea kayaking involves inherent risks, including serious injury and death. Sign a liability waiver for the guided wildlife and private wildlife options.
• Keep your distance from seals throughout the activity.
• Do not wear jeans.
• Arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.