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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 346 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 $271.98
 
Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb346 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $271.98
 
 

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

(4.9 of 151 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 $74.18
 
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb151 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $74.18
 
 

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

(5 of 423 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 $83.45
 
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb423 reviews5

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $83.45
 
 

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 395 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 $92.10
 
Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier Likely to Sell Out

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb395 reviews4.9

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

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    Start From $92.10
 
 

Paddle in Abel Tasman and Pedal the Great Taste Trail

(5 of 1 review)

Experience the best of both worlds in just a day. Explore the breathtaking Abel Tasman National Park with a morning of kayaking followed by an afternoon of cycling along the scenic Great Taste Trail. Begin your adventure with a gu... More

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Start From $197.80
 
Paddle in Abel Tasman and Pedal the Great Taste Trail Likely to Sell Out

Paddle in Abel Tasman and Pedal the Great Taste Trail

  • South Island
  • Superb1 review5

Experience the best of both worlds in just a day. Explore the breathtaking Abel Tasman National Park....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $197.80
 
 

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

(4.9 of 169 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 $132.90
 
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
  • Superb169 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $132.90
 
 

Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

(4.8 of 16 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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Start From $219.43
 
Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Remote Marine Reserve - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb16 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
    Start From $219.43
 
 

Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand

(4.8 of 16 reviews)

Camping overnight is what’s special about the Abel Tasman – it will rejuvenate the soul. There is something perfect about this trip. Spend three days kayaking the Abel Tasman National Park. Start and finish in Marahau.... More

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Private Tour
Start From $172.46
 
Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Unguided 3-Day Freedom Kayak Rental New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb16 reviews4.8

Camping overnight is what’s special about the Abel Tasman – it will rejuvenate the soul. There ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $172.46
 
 

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

(4.9 of 19 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 $95.81
 
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

  • South Island
  • Superb19 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 $95.81
 
 

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.7 of 81 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 $98.90
 
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb81 reviews4.7

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $98.90
 
 

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 $163.80
 
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....

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    Private Tour
    Start From $163.80
 
 

Picton Morning Guided Kayak with Afternoon Boat Cruise Tour

(4.8 of 5 reviews)

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Marlborough Sounds, blending adventure with refined indulgence. Begin your morning with a professionally guided kayaking experience, exploring the tranquil, sheltered waters ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $163.80
 
Picton Morning Guided Kayak with Afternoon Boat Cruise Tour Likely to Sell Out

Picton Morning Guided Kayak with Afternoon Boat Cruise Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb5 reviews4.8

Embark on an unforgettable full-day journey through the Marlborough Sounds, blending adventure with ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $163.80
 
 

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 123 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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Private Tour
Start From $95.81
 
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve Likely to Sell Out

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb123 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $95.81
 
 

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

(4.9 of 48 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 $85.92
 
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb48 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 $85.92
 
 

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

(5 of 1 review)

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 $64.90
 
Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson Likely to Sell Out

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

  • South Island
  • Superb1 review5

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $64.90
 
 

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

(4.8 of 8 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 $160.71
 
Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Seal Sanctuary Tour - Guided Kayaking - New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Superb8 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 $160.71
 
 

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.9 of 90 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 $105.08
 
Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb90 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 $105.08
 
 

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

(5 of 7 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

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $114.35
 
Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy Island Safari departing Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb7 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 $114.35
 
 

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 $67.99
 
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 $67.99
 
 

Full-Day Freedom Kayak Rental in New Zealand

(4.3 of 3 reviews)

Explore the 12 golden beaches of the Astrolabe area. Experience a day kayaking unguided in the Abel Tasman National Park. You can kayak out and back from Marahau. We provide a safety briefing before you head off. ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $77.27
 
Full-Day Freedom Kayak Rental in New Zealand Likely to Sell Out

Full-Day Freedom Kayak Rental in New Zealand

  • South Island
  • Exellent3 reviews4.3

Explore the 12 golden beaches of the Astrolabe area. Experience a day kayaking unguided in the Abel ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $77.27
 
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