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Top 10 Best South Island Kayaking & Canoeing

Found 45 Kayaking & Canoeing activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

(4.8 of 371 reviews)

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this full-day Dart River 'funyak' (inflatable canoe) and jet boat tour from Queenstown! Travel by coach to Glenorchy, where your adven... More

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Start From $302.80
 
Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb371 reviews4.8

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $302.80
 
 

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

(5 of 443 reviews)

This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak tour in New Zealand to offer hands free kayaking. Now with the largest human muscle group in pl... More

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Start From $85.79
 
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb443 reviews5

This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $85.79
 
 

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

(4.9 of 164 reviews)

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue w... More

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Start From $71.00
 
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb164 reviews4.9

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kay....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $71.00
 
 

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

(4.9 of 171 reviews)

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short native bush walk informing about native plants, includi... More

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Start From $127.20
 
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River Likely to Sell Out

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

  • South Island
  • Superb171 reviews4.9

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-open....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $127.20
 
 

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes

(5 of 22 reviews)

Waka on Avon delivers a must-do cultural experience in Christchurch. This guided waka journey places you at the heart of Māori tradition as you paddle a handcrafted waka along the Ōtākaro (Avon) River. Led by expert kaiārahi (... More

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Start From $58.57
 
Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes Likely to Sell Out

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes

  • South Island
  • Superb22 reviews5

Waka on Avon delivers a must-do cultural experience in Christchurch. This guided waka journey places....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $58.57
 
 

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 410 reviews)

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers. Lake Mapourika was created by the mighty ... More

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Start From $88.15
 
Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier Likely to Sell Out

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb410 reviews4.9

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mir....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $88.15
 
 

The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

(5 of 2 reviews)

This is a fantastic kayak and walk combo in the middle section of the park. Tailoring the start and finish kayaking points around the tide timetable means on any given departure your experience the best part of the park and are ab... More

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Start From $242.57
 
The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

The Two Gods - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb2 reviews5

This is a fantastic kayak and walk combo in the middle section of the park. Tailoring the start and ....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $242.57
 
 

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 498 reviews)

Kaikōura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est. 1998 Celebrating 28 years on the water! Exclusive access -New Zealand’s only sea kayak operator with a marine mammal permit to view NZ Fur Seals, Dolphins, and Whales. NZ’s firs... More

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Private Tour
Start From $97.62
 
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb498 reviews4.8

Kaikōura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est. 1998 Celebrating 28 years on the water! Exclusive ac....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $97.62
 
 

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 91 reviews)

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating 27 years of operation! 100% guaranteed to view Fur Seals on all tours. Family Friendly - operating year round. New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mam... More

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Private Tour
Start From $97.62
 
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb91 reviews4.8

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating 27 years of operation! 100% guaranteed to ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $97.62
 
 

Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

(4.8 of 18 reviews)

Our best one day kayak trip using the tide to explore the best of the park on any given day. Abel Tasman Kayaks is one of only three operators authorised to undertake marine mammal viewing from sea kayaks at Tonga.... More

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Private Tour
Start From $242.57
 
Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb18 reviews4.8

Our best one day kayak trip using the tide to explore the best of the park on any given day. Abel ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $242.57
 
 

Kayak & Walk

(4.8 of 167 reviews)

Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great walk coastal track between Observation and Marahau. This is the original Abel Tasman Kayaks, kayak and walk tour. This area has the h... More

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Start From $153.83
 
Kayak & Walk Likely to Sell Out

Kayak & Walk

  • South Island
  • Superb167 reviews4.8

Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great wal....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $153.83
 
 

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

(4.8 of 10 reviews)

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak and one way by water taxi. This combination provides ample time to explore the many beaches and islands in the Astrolabe region.... More

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Private Tour
Start From $174.53
 
Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb10 reviews4.8

Morning trip exploring Adele Island and the Seal Colony.Taking you further travel one way by kayak a....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $174.53
 
 

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

(4.9 of 54 reviews)

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using the Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal. We have a 100% success rate of viewing the New Zealand Fur Seal. There is also a lot of other marin... More

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Private Tour
Start From $85.79
 
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb54 reviews4.9

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $85.79
 
 

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.8 of 38 reviews)

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those just wanting a taste of sea kayaking. Our priority is to get you out on the water, allowing maximum ti... More

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Private Tour
Start From $71.00
 
Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb38 reviews4.8

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $71.00
 
 

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes

(5 of 2 reviews)

Begin with an official mihi whakatau, a traditional Maori welcome rarely experienced by visitors to Christchurch. Hosted by local Māori guides, you will be welcomed onto the peaceful waters of the Otakaro Avon River. Step aboard... More

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Private Tour
Start From $46.74
 
Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes Likely to Sell Out

Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 45 minutes

  • South Island
  • Superb2 reviews5

Begin with an official mihi whakatau, a traditional Maori welcome rarely experienced by visitors to ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $46.74
 
 

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

(5 of 6 reviews)

Share a landscape full of stories. No experience required. Your guide supplies all the gear and information you need.... More

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Private Tour
Start From $62.12
 
Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson Likely to Sell Out

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

  • South Island
  • Superb6 reviews5

Share a landscape full of stories. No experience required. Your guide supplies all the gear and info....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $62.12
 
 

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

(4.9 of 23 reviews)

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public. Unless you have a kayak in your back pocket, you will not be able to access Pigeon Island. These Islands are fantastic places wi... More

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Private Tour
Start From $91.70
 
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

  • South Island
  • Superb23 reviews4.9

Come and enjoy a kayaking tour to a wildlife sanctuary not able to be accessed by the general public....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $91.70
 
 

4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary

(4.9 of 123 reviews)

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle across the calm, reflective waters and take in the panoramic views of NZ's tallest pe... More

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Private Tour
Start From $99.99
 
4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary Likely to Sell Out

4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi....

  • South Island
  • Superb123 reviews4.9

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just m....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $99.99
 
 

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

(5 of 42 reviews)

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can get up close and personal with the resident NZ Fur Seal (kekeno). Kayak to Tonga Island and spot ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $212.99
 
Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour Likely to Sell Out

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb42 reviews5

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy dept....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $212.99
 
 

Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 122 reviews)

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lifetime chance to paddle through a marine reserve in an extinct volcano basin. Take in breath-taking scenery and witness amazing geo... More

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Private Tour
Start From $79.87
 
Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve Likely to Sell Out

Guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb122 reviews4.9

Our Guided Kayak Safari is a great way to spend your time in amazing Akaroa! This is a once in a lif....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $79.87
 
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