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Top 10 Best South Island Kayaking & Canoeing

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Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

(4.8 of 369 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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Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb369 reviews4.8

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

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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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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....

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Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 408 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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Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb408 reviews4.9

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

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Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes

(5 of 20 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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Māori Waka Experience in Christchurch - 75 minutes

  • South Island
  • Superb20 reviews5

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

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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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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....

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 496 reviews)

Kaikōura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est. 1998 Celebrating 27 years on the water! New Zealand’s only sea kayak operator with a marine mammal permit to view NZ Fur Seals, Dolphins, and Whales. Kaikōura’s exclusive kayak... More

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb496 reviews4.8

Kaikōura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est. 1998 Celebrating 27 years on the water! New Zealand....

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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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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....

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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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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....

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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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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 ....

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Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.9 of 93 reviews)

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Stop on a sandy beach in this beautiful remote location for morning tea and lunch. Your guide will enjoy shar... More

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Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb93 reviews4.9

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Qu....

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    Start From $101.00
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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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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....

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    Start From $92.09
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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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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....

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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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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 ....

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

(4.9 of 122 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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4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi....

  • South Island
  • Superb122 reviews4.9

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

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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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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....

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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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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....

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    Start From $80.21
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Moke Lake Kayak Experience

(4.9 of 49 reviews)

Enjoy the freedom to paddle at your own pace. Explore the calm waters of Moke Lake at your own pace by kayak or paddle board. Let us transport you into wilderness right on our doorstep, escape the hustle and bustle of Queenstown a... More

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Moke Lake Kayak Experience

  • South Island
  • Superb49 reviews4.9

Enjoy the freedom to paddle at your own pace. Explore the calm waters of Moke Lake at your own pace ....

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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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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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Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 127 reviews)

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea kayak guide through's pristine marine reserve and harbour. You will get the most water time by choosing this kayak safari as we ar... More

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Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb127 reviews4.9

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea ....

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    Start From $92.09
    (Saving inf% ) $0.00
 
 

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

(4.8 of 161 reviews)

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as we take you on a spectacular tour through an untouched marine reserve which now exists in a flooded vol... More

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Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb161 reviews4.8

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and ....

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    Start From $80.21
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