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Abel Tasman Vista Cruise

Sightseeing Cruise - South Island - Starting from $82.00 per person

We've been welcoming visitors to the spectacular Abel Tasman granite coast since 1841. Travel in style on our Vista Cruise. There's no need to go ashore to discover idyllic, golden sand bays, fringed by lush native forest and sculptured headlands. Pause beside offshore islands to view the antics of fur seals. Relax with comfortable seating on board or choose a beach stop with walking and guided sea kayaking options. More...

Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

Kayaking - Franz Josef - Starting from $120.00 per person

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mirror-like water and enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding Southern Alps and Glaciers.
Explore a kiwi sanctuary set amidst some of the oldest untouched rainforest in Westland!
This tour lasts up to three hours and is designed to complete your Glacier Country Experience! More...

Milford Sound Coach, Nature Cruise and Kayak with buffet lunch

Kayaking - Queenstown - Starting from $269.00 per person

Discover more of Milford Sound on the ultimate day trip from Queenstown. Travel on a glass roof coach to Milford Sound, join our two hour nature cruise with a hot buffet lunch included. After your cruise disembark at the underwater observatory for an hour of kayaking around Harrison Cove. After your kayaking descend 10 metres below the surface to a viewing chamber and check out the local marine life. Return to the Milford visitor terminal by boat and return to Queenstown by coach. More...

Half-Day Kayak Tour on Lake Wanaka

Kayaking - Wanaka - Starting from $179.00 per person

Enjoy a half-day kayaking tour on Lake Wanaka. This experience is a fantastic introduction to kayaking, with an easy guided paddle exploring the beautiful Lake Wanaka coastline, enjoying the outstanding scenery.

Loved by all new to kayaking, families and the chilled out characters amongst us. You will have 8-10 kilometers of easy paddling with light snacks and refreshments provided. No experience is required and this small-group tour operates in most weather conditions.

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Day Safari Sea Kayaking Trip from Te Anau

Water Activity - Milford Sound - Starting from $195.00 per person

Start your day with a scenic minibus journey along the magnificent Milford Road with our guide showing you the best spots before connecting with the Sunriser Classic sea kayaking trip. More...

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayaking Trip from Anakiwa

Kayaking - Anakiwa - Starting from $130.00 per person

This full-day sea kayaking trip provides the opportunity to explore more of the Sounds’ secluded beaches and paddle beneath pristine native bush. Your guide will find one of the many beautiful beaches to stop for a delicious homemade picnic lunch. Returning to Anakiwa your guide will do their best to take you a different way home so you never have to paddle the same coast twice.

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Kayak Kinloch Lunch Trip

Kayaking - - Starting from $60.00 per person

Explore the head of Lake Wakatipu and the nearby shoreline with our knowledgeable guide for an hour. Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Queenstown and paddle against a backdrop of mountains on stunning blue water. Can be combined with lunch at Kinloch Lodge. More...

Full-Day Abel Tasman Kayak and Walk

Kayaking - South Island - Starting from $240.00 per person

Paddle into the heart of Abel Tasman National Park on a full-day kayaking and trekking tour with a guide. Start with an included water-taxi ride from Marahau and see a seal colony in its natural environment. Your guide accompanies you beautiful beaches along the coastline and introduces you to the spectacular scenery of Abel Tasman before a return bus transfer to Motueka. More...

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayaking Tour from Anakiwa

Kayaking - Anakiwa - Starting from $95.00 per person

If you have limited time in the area but are keen to experience the brilliance that the Marlborough Sounds has to offer, then this half-day guided sea kayaking tour is the trip for you. The half-day trip is based in the Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound where you can expect to see a variety of sea and forest birdlife and possible sightings of rays, seals, little blue penguins, dolphins and if you are super lucky – Orca!

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Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Kayak Tour

Sightseeing Cruise - South Island - Starting from $74.00 per person

An all-inclusive nature experience with excellent wildlife viewing, the package gives you the longest, best value daytime cruise experience in Milford Sound. This cruise option enables you to really explore the beauty of the fiord. With a delicious Picnic Lunch and visit to the Milford Sound Underwater Observatory included, it’s the complete cruise experience.
If you want to get up close to nature double the adventure and add an hour of relaxed kayaking around sheltered Harrison Cove to your... More...