Private Tour
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
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 seals, penguins and seabirds with the jaw-dropping mountains as a backdrop. With expert local commentary along the way on indigenous local history, post colonial sealing and whaling and everything in between This immersive experience can be tailored to suit any traveller. Whether your special private tour is for a honeymooning couple, avid wildlife group or just a special family adventure, the team at Seal Kayak Kaikoura will make sure you create memories that last a lifetime
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
All passenger heights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 6'4
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 120 kg maximum weight is 115kg. If your weight is 115kg - 125kg, you must book a private tour for your safety.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Not recommended for anyone that suffers from severe sea sickness
Not recommended for travellers over 130kg
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
All kayaking equipment including spray jackets, dry bags, pants
Private transportation
Local guide
Free photos from our guides
Gratuities
All Seal tours are guided with a 100% chance to see the New Zealand fur seal. The seal kayak tour runs for 2.5 - 3 hours.
Duration: 3 hours
The Sunset Kayak tour is my personal favourite with still a 100% chance to encounter the New Zealand fur seal it the best way to Finnish your day in Kaikoura.
5 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Lesley G,
Mar 10, 2025
- Viator
Our guide, Logan, was both knowledgeable and personalable. Great kayaking, lovely seals and albatross, superb scenery. Could have stayed out all night, chilling on the sea.. would do again
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5.00
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Operated by Seal Kayak Kaikoura