Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
Overview
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3 hours
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This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak tour in New Zealand to offer hands free kayaking. Now with the largest human muscle group in play, kayaking becomes easier and more efficient than ever.
Come get up close and personal with the New Zealand fur seal as they play around and under your hands free pedal kayak. Taking photos/selfies have never been easier now you can capture all your moments without stopping!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
All passenger weights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 100 kg maximum weight is 115kg. If your weight is 115kg - 125kg, you must book a private tour for your safety. If you have any concerns, please email [email protected].
All passenger heights MUST be advised at time of booking if over 6'4
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
An exciting adventure to the New Zealand Fur Seals around the beautiful Kaikoura peninsular on New Zealand's first and only pedal or paddle kayak tour.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Gratuities
Options
Sunset Kayak Tour
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.
Seal Kayak tour
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.
Reviews
438 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A beautiful and breathtaking experience for all ages that offer a lot more than just seal watching. Highly recommended.
king14ram,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This stunning pedal-kayak experience guarantees views of fur seals, and sightings of dolphins are quite common as well. This adventurous trip is suitable for family and friends, and allows people of all ages to experience this beautiful and unique sight. Our guides, (Charlie and Bailey) were kind and helpful, and kept us interested with informative facts and the occasional sighting of dolphins and seals. I highly recommend and encourage all ages to join this breathtaking sight, and the trip offers much more than just seal watching. — Roan
Amazing family experience!
BoardingPass53098,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome experience with great tour guides! Seals, dolphins and more!
Amazing wildlife tour on the water
karendL5473RQ,Apr 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We booked this having never used a pedal kayak and unsure of what to expect. The kayaks are really comfortable and easy to use - far easier than a paddle kayak. Waterproof bags are provided as well as good quality spray jackets and buoyancy aids. We had a brilliant experience out on the water in a small group led by Logan. He was friendly, relaxed and knowledgeable about the wildlife and the area and shared lots of fascinating facts, as well as offering to take photos for each individual kayak - a really nice touch. We got up close to seals and all sorts of sea birds and it was a wonderful way to spend a morning. If in doubt, definitely book this trip - we loved it!
A must do experience!
691hollied,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This trip was amazing!! Levi was a great guide, and all the team were really quick and helpful when rebooking us due to potential bad weather. Levi was really knowledgeable, we felt so safe and had the best time! It’s an absolute must do if you’re in Kaikoura
Wonderful experience!
T6808HLsabineh,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a great tour from start to finish! Everything was explained very great and we could see the seals very close! An albatross accompanied us the whole tour! Can I really recommend anyone who comes to Kaikoura!
Best kayak experience
J7499RYandrewl,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour with Logan and Bailey. The pedal powered kayaks were the best kayaks I’ve ever used. The guides were very informational and friendly, even offering to take photos for us. We also had a beautiful day on the water. In the first 15 minutes we spotted a pod of hector dolphins, an albatross, and a little blue penguin. Highly recommend this tour.
Great trip
richardcC5896IQ,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great well organised trip in interesting and comfortable paddle kayaks and the dolphins appeared right on schedule.
Amazing experience
K1556KXjasminec,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Me and my partner had an absolutely fantastic time on our seal kayak tour. Our guides, Logan and Charlie, were very friendly and knowledgeable, they chatted with us lots and provided tons of great information about the local wildlife. The kayaks are pedal operated so we were mostly hands-free, which meant it was easy to use our binoculars and take photos. We got to see lots of fur seals, terns and shags. But the highlight of the tour was 10 minutes in we were joined by a pod of dusky dolphins!! They swam alongside the kayaks and were playing around us, doing big leaps out of the water. We could see them swimming below the surface too. A really incredible time, thank you!
Awesome pedal kayaks
Journey30082838120,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went kayaking for my 8th birthday. It was great! When the waves crashed over the rocks there was a big splash like a firework. We saw lots of seals (including one called Bruce) and even an albatross. The pedal kayaks were really easy to use and go fast with flippers like a penguin that go in the water to make you move. Awesome guides - thank you Bailey!
A must do!
Z7187IAelizabethh,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant! The Hobie pedal kayaking were very easy and comfortable. We had 3 amazing guides - well worth the price!
From NZ$135.00
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