Kaikoura Kayaks

Kaikoura’s Original Kayak Operator – Est 1998

Kaikoura’s only kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view dolphins, seals and whales and New Zealand’s 1st Friend of the Sea sustainable operator for Dolphin and Whale viewing.

Experience the excitement of watching Fur Seals ducking, weaving, and diving around your kayak, using traditional double sea kayaks with cockpits and spray skirts for a dry ride and rudders for easy steering. 100% seal viewing guaranteed.

The curious NZ fur seals, blue penguins and dusky dolphins are only a few paddle strokes away and our local Kiwi Guides would love to introduce you to them around the Kaikoura Peninsula.

Your journey will take you around the beautiful Kaikoura coastal waters with breath-taking views of sheer cliff faces, craggy rocks and mountain ranges while searching for chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins and Blue Penguins.

Our wildlife tours are suitable for all ages and abilities and does not require any previous kayaking experience. Families most welcome.

These professionally guided kayaking expeditions adhere to the highest of safety standards.

Our 3 – 3.5hr Wildlife Kayaking tours are one of the most popular activity tours in Kaikoura.

All equipment is provided and operating all year round.

The Wildlife Kayaking tour is the real deal!

• Guided Wildlife Kayaking Experience
• Guided Sunset Evening Classic
• Guided Family Wildlife Experience
• Christmas Day Kayaking
• Guided Private Wildlife Experience