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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!
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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.
Operated by Seal Kayak Kaikoura
342 reviews
Deborah P,Nov 11, 2024
This Seal Kayaking excursion was awesome! Connor was our guide and he was super knowledgeable about the Kaikōura coastline, and the wildlife living there. The foot pedal Kayaks used by this company are very easy to peddle and steer which gives you the ability to take pictures of the animals in the water. During our trip, we had a small pod of dolphins swimming around us, we saw native a blue penguin, and several coastline birds. My husband and I were lucky enough to get a very small tour, and when my husband started feeling seasick, Connor was very accommodating. What a great company and guide!
Christopher P,Oct 28, 2024
We had a great time, the pedal kayaks are the best kayaks I’ve been in very easy and steady. We saw seals and also luckily to see a few glimpses of dolphins. The staff were very friendly and informative. We had a great morning.
Fleur,Oct 26, 2024
I was a little worried about my fitness level, but the peddling option was easy. You are just cruising slowly taking in the sites so there is no hard physical activity. The back support chairs are super. The weather was perfect, so very fortunate. Didn't see as many seals as I was hoping but that's just luck of the draw. The scenery and birdlife was great.
Andrea S,Mar 22, 2024
Fantastic experience! Best view of seals we've ever seen, knowledgeable guides, and from the contact easy ride with the foot pedals! Highly recommend!
Vincenzo M,Feb 25, 2024
Conner was an incredible Guide with lots of knowledge! We had such a cool time and saw even a little blue penguin swimming around our kayaks! Thanks for this really enjoyable experience :)