Small group guided sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

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Crater Cruiser Safari

2 Adults x $72.96

$145.92

Approx Total

$145.92

3 hour guided kayak Safari , follow the volcanic trail through the flooded crater while learning about the area and searching for wildlife with your local knowledgeable guide.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, French, Spanish
Local guide
All kayaking equipment including spray skirts and jackets
Local taxes

Gratuities
Transportation to/from attractions
Snacks

Overview

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 geology that is unique to the area. You may have chance sightings of some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins, White-flippered penguins, and native sea birds which reside in Akaroa Harbour. All of this is only 80 minutes from Christchurch! Small group numbers are key as we are visiting fragile, pristine, and relatively undisturbed natural areas, enjoy exploring this marine reserve in a low-impact and environmentally responsible way with your local kayak/nature guide. Close encounters. No noise, No engines, No crowds, No pollution. So come and join us! Explore, Experience and Enjoy!

Meeting points

Cruise passengers coming into Akaroa Port can easily walk to our location which is a 10 mins stroll from the wharf. Lyttleton Cruise passengers must book through this link to secure transport and activity. https://www.leisuretours.co.nz/day_tour/sea-kayaking/

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari

Our Guided Sea Kayak Safari's take place in beautiful Akaroa- this is one of the best locations to sea kayak in NZ! Join us for a once in a lifetime opportunity to paddle through a marine reserve in an extinct volcano basin. Highlights include jaw dropping scenery, amazing geology that is unique to the area and the chance to see some of the most endangered marine life on the planet including Hector Dolphins, White-flipper penguins, NZ fur seals and native sea birds..Small group numbers are key as we are visiting fragile, pristine, and relatively undisturbed natural areas, enjoy exploring this marine reserve in a low-impact and environmentally responsible way with your own nature/kayak guide answering all of your questions along the way while keeping you safe on the water.. Close encounters. No noise, No engines, No crowds, No pollution. So come and join us! Explore, Experience and Enjoy! Paradise awaits only 80 minutes from Christchurch!

3 hours

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
You must be able to get in and out of your kayak unassisted.
Operates During summer months September-May
A maximum of 17 people per booking

Non Refundable

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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Fantastic kayak experience with amazing views, great guide, and lucky dolphin sightings!

Published on Feb, 2025

We had an absolutely fantastic afternoon on the guided sea kayak tour with Thomas. The weather was perfect, the water was pleasant and Thomas was an excellent guide (very knowledgeable, had our backs when we bumped our rudder around, and kept the group entertained - thanks Thomas!). The highlight of the trip was definitely spotting some Hectors dolphins up close! This is by far one of the best kayaking experiences we’ve had, a must-do in NZ for sure!

Fantastic kayaking

Published on Jan, 2025

Can’t recommend this enough. It was so beautiful paddling around the harbour. Our guide, Peter, was very knowledgeable about the geology and history of the harbour and Akoroa. He made the trip very enjoyable.

Great kayak experience!

Published on Jan, 2025

These folks were terrific. Peter led a wonderful early morning tour for my friend and myself, and two other people. He was friendly, thorough, helpful, and told some wonderful stories. We enjoyed that he guided us through a couple back-channels behind some rock outcroppings that added a bit of thrill to the morning. We definitely felt we got our money's worth. Adding to this, I had messed up the dates and thought I had booked for the day before, but i had accidentally booked our tour for a month later. The folks at the office were very kind and re-booked us to this morning tour, which was the only one that would fit our schedule, and it turned out to be perfect (less wind, clear weather, great guide (Peter)). BTW, I own a kayak rental business in Massachusetts, USA and I am picky about customer service - these folks hit all their marks. Well done!

The best tour ever and Peter is a legend!

Published on Jan, 2025

This was the best tour I’ve ever done. Such a nice area, Peter, the tour guide was very funny, friendly and he knows everything about the area! Thank you so much guys and keep doing such an amazing job! :)

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Published on Dec, 2024

Highly recommend booking this! We had a great time. Peter was so knowledgeable and friendly. The communication beforehand was great. It was a bit cloudy with some spots of rain, which honestly just made it feel pretty magical. The water looked like glass!

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