Shearwater
Shearwater are common sights out on tour with Seal Kayak Kaikoura with many different species plying the ocean. The endemic Hutton’s shearwater is a special sight to see and has significant importance to the area.
- 10 different species of shearwater can be viewed off the Kaikoura coastline.
- The Huttons shearwater are only found to breed in the seaward kaikoura ranges between 1200 and 1800m high. The nests of these birds which were formerly thought to be extinct were not found until the 1960s by Geoff Harrow.
- Some species have been known to dive as deep as 70m.
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Our Kayak Tours
New Zealand's first and only kayak tour of its kind. Easier, faster, hands-free, pedal or paddle Kaikōura kayaks — perfect for photos or those cheeky selfies
2.5 - 3 hours
Ages
7+
9:30am or 1:30pm
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250
Private Tour
The best way to create that special Kaikōura memory is an intimate experience for anyone who prefers the privacy of their own party over a group-based activity. For singles, couples, large families or any other combination, we can cater private tours for groups up to the size 16.
2.5 - 3 hours
Ages
3+
9:30 am - 1:30 pm - 6:30 pm
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135
Family Kayak Tour
Family Pedal Kayaking is the best!!! Your kids are going to love how easy it is to use the pedals, kayaking around our unique peninsula and viewing the NZ Fur Seal. Each child will have an adult right behind them for safe and enjoyable hands–free kayaking: seals, seaweed, seabirds and so much more. Let our guides journey you around the peninsular, creating memories that both mum and dad and the kids will enjoy.
3 hours
Ages
3+
9:30am or 1:30pm
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135
Seal Kayak Tour
Take pictures of the New Zealand Fur Seals from your kayak as they play in their natural habitat. Enjoy a 100% chance of seeing these amazing creatures on your tour!
3 hours
Ages
7+
6pm
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135
Sunset Kayak Tour
Sit back and unwind as we take you on an unbeatable kayak cruise into the sunset, where marine life is plentiful, and the scenery is world-class. Experience unrivalled interactions with New Zealand fur seals as well as an abundance of other wildlife, such as penguins and albatross. You cant beat a Kaikōura sunset from the water.