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Top 10 Best South Island Kayaking & Canoeing

Found 46 Kayaking & Canoeing activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

(4.8 of 363 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 $262.93
 
Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb363 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $262.93
 
 

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 490 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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Private Tour
Start From $98.60
 
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb490 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $98.60
 
 

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 405 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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Private Tour
Start From $89.04
 
Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb405 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $89.04
 
 

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

(4.9 of 161 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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Private Tour
Start From $71.71
 
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb161 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $71.71
 
 

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

(4.9 of 170 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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Private Tour
Start From $128.48
 
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
  • Superb170 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $128.48
 
 

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

(5 of 434 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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Private Tour
Start From $80.67
 
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb434 reviews5

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $80.67
 
 

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

(4.8 of 9 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 $155.37
 
Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb9 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 $155.37
 
 

Kayak & Walk

(4.8 of 165 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 $137.44
 
Kayak & Walk Likely to Sell Out

Kayak & Walk

  • South Island
  • Superb165 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $137.44
 
 

Kayak & Pitt Head Nature Loop - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand

(4.8 of 5 reviews)

Explore from Marahau to Anchorage in a day - walk, kayak and water taxi.On this trip covering the Astrolabe coastline you have a professional guide with you for around 4 hours sharing their knowledge and passion of the Abel Tasman... More

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Private Tour
Start From $158.36
 
Kayak & Pitt Head Nature Loop - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Kayak & Pitt Head Nature Loop - Guided Kayak & Unguided Walk - Ne....

  • South Island
  • Superb5 reviews4.8

Explore from Marahau to Anchorage in a day - walk, kayak and water taxi.On this trip covering the As....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $158.36
 
 

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 $80.67
 
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 $80.67
 
 

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 89 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 $98.60
 
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb89 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $98.60
 
 

The Family Cruiser

(4.9 of 245 reviews)

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. From Marahau head south on a relaxing exploration of nesting cormorants, sea caves and the world famous Split Apple Rock. Ideal for ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $65.73
 
The Family Cruiser Likely to Sell Out

The Family Cruiser

  • South Island
  • Superb245 reviews4.9

Join our friendly kayak guides as they share their enthusiasm for this stunning stretch of coast. Fr....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $65.73
 
 

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.9 of 91 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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Private Tour
Start From $101.59
 
Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb91 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $101.59
 
 

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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Private Tour
Start From $212.14
 
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
    Private Tour
    Start From $212.14
 
 

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

(5 of 7 reviews)

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you and your group around the rugged coastline encountering seal... More

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Private Tour
Start From $83.06
 
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb7 reviews5

An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal k....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $83.06
 
 

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 $71.71
 
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 $71.71
 
 

Lake Wanaka Roy's Bay Kayak Tour

(5 of 1 review)

3 Hour guided kayak on Lake Wanaka Includes optional Ruby Island walk Fun, scenic, and accessible for all paddlers approx 7km... More

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Private Tour
Start From $136.84
 
Lake Wanaka Roy's Bay Kayak Tour Likely to Sell Out

Lake Wanaka Roy's Bay Kayak Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb1 review5

3 Hour guided kayak on Lake Wanaka Includes optional Ruby Island walk Fun, scenic, and accessible fo....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $136.84
 
 

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

(5 of 9 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 $110.55
 
Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb9 reviews5

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 $110.55
 
 

Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

(5 of 25 reviews)

Highlights: Adele Island Bird Sanctuary, NZ Fur Seals, Coastal Walk Indulge yourself in the two elements, the water (wai) and the land (whenua), of the beautiful southern section. See a magnitude of lush, golden beaches and find... More

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Private Tour
Start From $113.54
 
Southern Duo kayak & walk tour Likely to Sell Out

Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

  • South Island
  • Superb25 reviews5

Highlights: Adele Island Bird Sanctuary, NZ Fur Seals, Coastal Walk Indulge yourself in the two ele....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $113.54
 
 

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

(4.9 of 53 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 $83.06
 
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb53 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 $83.06
 
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