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Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

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Overview

Available languages

English

3 hours

Mobile ticket

* Small groups and personal service

* We are the only kayak company able to land at Cathedral Cove

* Friendly guides and modern kayaking equipment

* We have been delivering safe and professional tours for over 21years

* Open all year round

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Any special needs/ requests just contact us directly and we'll try our hardest to accomodate you

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Hot chocolates, cappuccinos & cookies included!

What To Expect

The Te Whanganui-A-Hei Marine Reserve opens up a sea kayaking paradise full of beaches, islands and rock gardens that are just waiting to be explored. Paddle through sea caves, interact with the local marine life and discover the thrill of kayak sailing with the wind on your back. The tour offers great photo opportunities and is topped off with cappuccinos, hot chocolates and cookies at Cathedral Cove!

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Cathedral Cove Kayak Tour

Reviews

4.94

842 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Great experience with great team .

    marikapS9286ZI,

    Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    We had a fabulous morning kayaking and the guides were extremely knowledgeable and supportive . Big shout out to the team for all the help given to locate missing car keys .

  • Fantastic! 5 stars!

    Cakimpinski,

    Nov 20, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This was a highlights for my entire trip! The water was fantastic and the scenery stunning. There is something really special about seeing these famous landmarks from the water, where you paddled yourself to location to see it. The view feels earned (somehow). Our tour guide (shout out Nathan) was FANTASTIC! Super chill, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful, and clear with instructions (especially for the inexperienced kayaker). Coffee on the beach was a nice touch. We did get to see some of the wildlife (a sting ray!) which was super cool. Did this experience with a friend, and I am so glad we went for it. Totally worth it! To anyone on the fence, I would say "DO IT!"

  • Unforgettable experience.

    563jeannep,

    Nov 16, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Great experience. Unbelievable site. Organisation top. Impeccable material. Georgia is a wonderful companion.

  • Stunning everywhere you look

    thefixer0,

    Nov 15, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Lucked out with perfect weather sea kayaking with our guide Georgia. The views of the coastline and islands were stunning, as was Cathedral Cove. Also got to learn about Māori when they arrived and things about ecology and marine life.

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  • Afternoon delights!

    Coastal42240944798,

    Nov 11, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    They made it so much fun with instructions and stories! Loved every minute!! The guides were particularly great with explaining the Maori and explorer insights.

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  • Nature calls the shot

    Ruth G,

    Nov 10, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    It was a great experience even though it rained and that later part not so much. Of course no one's error here but did put a bit of a dampener on the kayak trip.

  • Unique way to see Cathedral Cove

    GenaPerry12,

    Nov 8, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    This is such a fun way to see Cathedral Cove! While the Cove isn’t far from the starting point, you get to also see a couple of other close-by islands and learn about the history. Ollie did a great job leading our tour, keeping things fun and lighthearted. We got stuck in some rain while landing on the Cove but Ollie still made hot chocolate on demand and they provided thermals and rain jackets to keep us warm.

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  • Brilliant and well worth the money.

    Explore49966241108,

    Nov 8, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    The best afternoon out. We had such fun. The guides are very informative have lots of really interesting information about new zealand. The cove is beautiful. You go a different way home. Really explore. The hot chocolates were very yummy. Plenty of time given at cathedral cove. Would really recommend

  • Super nice tour

    Dreamer787131,

    Nov 7, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Super friendly, well organized and always trying to make sure everyone is well. We saw a lot and were even provided with wishful coffee😎. Overall a very nice experience.

  • Fantastic kayak time

    jeannef800,

    Nov 6, 2025

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Cathedral Cove kayak tour was fantastic! We were glad we saw Cathedral Cove this way. We had fun kayaking among beautiful scenery, went places we would not have seen if walking. Nathan, our tour guide was thoughtful getting us in and out of the beach waves and all 5 of us felt safe. Highly recommend.... Absolutely worth it!

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