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Top 10 Best South Island Kayaking & Canoeing

Found 42 Kayaking & Canoeing activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

(4.8 of 326 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 $257.63
 
Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb326 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $257.63
 
 

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.8 of 438 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

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $93.68
 
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb438 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $93.68
 
 

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

(4.9 of 135 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 $70.26
 
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb135 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 $70.26
 
 

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 375 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 $87.24
 
Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier Likely to Sell Out

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb375 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 $87.24
 
 

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

(5 of 402 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 $79.04
 
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb402 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 $79.04
 
 

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

(4.9 of 105 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 $98.95
 
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
  • Superb105 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 $98.95
 
 

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.7 of 75 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 $93.68
 
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb75 reviews4.7

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $93.68
 
 

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

(4.9 of 38 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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Private Tour
Start From $104.81
 
Moke Lake Kayak Experience Likely to Sell Out

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

  • South Island
  • Superb38 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $104.81
 
 

Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

(5 of 23 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 $99.54
 
Southern Duo kayak & walk tour Likely to Sell Out

Southern Duo kayak & walk tour

  • South Island
  • Superb23 reviews5

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $99.54
 
 

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

(4.9 of 16 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 $84.90
 
Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option Likely to Sell Out

Glenorchy Island Safari, Self-drive option

  • South Island
  • Superb16 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 $84.90
 
 

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

(5 of 38 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 $163.94
 
Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour Likely to Sell Out

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb38 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 $163.94
 
 

Kayak & Walk

(4.8 of 156 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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Private Tour
Start From $134.67
 
Kayak & Walk Likely to Sell Out

Kayak & Walk

  • South Island
  • Superb156 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 $134.67
 
 

Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton

(4.8 of 24 reviews)

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on a full day small group guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $99.54
 
Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Full day Guided Sea Kayak Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb24 reviews4.8

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on a full day small group guided sea k....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $99.54
 
 

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

(4.9 of 39 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 $81.39
 
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb39 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 $81.39
 
 

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

(4.8 of 158 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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Private Tour
Start From $79.04
 
Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve Likely to Sell Out

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb158 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $79.04
 
 

Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 112 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 g... More

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Private Tour
Start From $79.04
 
Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve Likely to Sell Out

Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb112 reviews4.9

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $79.04
 
 

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 119 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 $90.76
 
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve Likely to Sell Out

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb119 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 $90.76
 
 

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 $155.16
 
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 $155.16
 
 

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

(4.8 of 5 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 $61.48
 
Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson Likely to Sell Out

Split Apple Paddle Guided Kayak - Nelson

  • South Island
  • Superb5 reviews4.8

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $61.48
 
 

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

(5 of 5 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

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $79.04
 
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb5 reviews5

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

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $79.04
 
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