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Top 10 Best South Island Kayaking & Canoeing

Found 40 Kayaking & Canoeing activities in South Island. Sort by Popularity.
 

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

(4.8 of 263 reviews)

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this full-day Dart River 'funyak' (inflatable canoe) and jet boat tour from Queenstown! Travel by coach to Glenorchy, where your adven... More

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Start From $276.44
 
Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

Dart River Canoe and Jet Boat Experience from Queenstown

  • South Island
  • Superb263 reviews4.8

Discover the untamed beauty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Mount Aspiring National Park on this....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $276.44
 
 

Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Kayak Tour

(4.7 of 121 reviews)

An all-inclusive nature experience with excellent wildlife viewing, this 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 fior... More

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Start From $185.34
 
Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Kayak Tour

Milford Sound Cruise with Optional Kayak Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb121 reviews4.7

An all-inclusive nature experience with excellent wildlife viewing, this package gives you the longe....

    Free Cancellation
    Start From $185.34
 
 

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.9 of 357 reviews)

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view Whales. Kaikoura's only Kayak operator that holds a marine mamma... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $94.24
 
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb357 reviews4.9

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $94.24
 
 

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

(4.9 of 319 reviews)

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. Lake Mapourika was created by the mighty ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $91.10
 
Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

Small-Group Kayak Adventure from Franz Josef Glacier

  • South Island
  • Superb319 reviews4.9

A unique kayak adventure, only minutes from Franz Josef Glacier! Set out across Lake Mapourika's mir....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $91.10
 
 

4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary

(4.9 of 87 reviews)

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just minutes away from Franz Josef Glacier! Paddle across the calm, reflective waters and take in the panoramic views of NZ's tallest pe... More

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Private Tour
Start From $103.67
 
4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi Sanctuary

4-hour Lake Mapourika Kayak and Hike adventure, with Okarito Kiwi....

  • South Island
  • Superb87 reviews4.9

Explore all that Lake Mapourika has to offer in this half day guided Kayak & Walk excursion - just m....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $103.67
 
 

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

(4.9 of 99 reviews)

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kayak tour. Your tour takes in the western end of the Queen Charlotte Sound with its sheltered coves, beautiful beaches, azure blue w... More

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Private Tour
Start From $69.11
 
Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half day Sea Kayak Guided Tour from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb99 reviews4.9

Experience the beauty and seclusion of the Marlborough Sounds on this 4 hour half day guided sea kay....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $69.11
 
 

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

(5 of 35 reviews)

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy depths of Shag Harbour where you can get up close and personal with the resident NZ Fur Seal (kekeno). Kayak to Tonga Island and spot ... More

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Private Tour
Start From $175.92
 
Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour Likely to Sell Out

Oarsome Marine Reserve Kayak Tour

  • South Island
  • Superb35 reviews5

So much to see in this spectacular one day guided adventure! On a high tide, explore the dreamy dept....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $175.92
 
 

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.9 of 84 reviews)

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Queen Charlotte Sound. Stop on a sandy beach in this beautiful remote location for morning tea and lunch. Your guide will enjoy shar... More

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Private Tour
Start From $94.24
 
Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Full-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb84 reviews4.9

Sea kayak from the picturesque Picton foreshore, across the harbour and into the Grove Arm of the Qu....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $94.24
 
 

Kayak & Walk

(4.8 of 146 reviews)

Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great walk coastal track between Observation and Marahau. This is the original Abel Tasman Kayaks, kayak and walk tour. This area has the h... More

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Start From $119.37
 
Kayak & Walk Likely to Sell Out

Kayak & Walk

  • South Island
  • Superb146 reviews4.8

Spend half a day exploring the southern Abel Tasman by kayak, and half a day exploring the great wal....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $119.37
 
 

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

(5 of 329 reviews)

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 pl... More

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Private Tour
Start From $84.82
 
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb329 reviews5

This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $84.82
 
 

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.7 of 48 reviews)

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! 100% guaranteed to view Fur Seals on all tours. Family Friendly - operating year round. New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marin... More

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Private Tour
Start From $94.24
 
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb48 reviews4.7

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! 100% guarantee....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $94.24
 
 

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

(4.8 of 148 reviews)

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and follow our local guides as we take you on a spectacular tour through an untouched marine reserve which now exists in a flooded vol... More

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Private Tour
Start From $78.53
 
Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve Likely to Sell Out

Shore Excursion Guided Sea Kayaking through Akaroa Marine Reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb148 reviews4.8

Join one of the best kayak adventures in New Zealand, jump into a safe stable NZ made sea kayak and ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $78.53
 
 

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

(5 of 19 reviews)

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using the Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal. We have a 100% success rate of viewing the New Zealand Fur Seal. There is also a lot of other marin... More

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Private Tour
Start From $84.82
 
Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb19 reviews5

You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $84.82
 
 

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

(4.9 of 20 reviews)

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a busy day – or for those just wanting a taste of sea kayaking. Our priority is to get you out on the water, allowing maximum ti... More

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Private Tour
Start From $69.11
 
Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton Likely to Sell Out

Half-Day Guided Sea Kayak Trip from Picton

  • South Island
  • Superb20 reviews4.9

The half day guided sea kayak trip is an ideal opportunity to fit a little kayaking adventure into a....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $69.11
 
 

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

(4.8 of 152 reviews)

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-opening, fun adventure paddling down the scenic Pelorus river. Includes short native bush walk informing about native plants, includi... More

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Private Tour
Start From $119.22
 
The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River Likely to Sell Out

The Hobbit Barrel Run Rafting Tour on the Pelorus River

  • South Island
  • Superb152 reviews4.8

Paddle down New Zealands most beautiful river. Join our experienced, friendly guides on an eye-open....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $119.22
 
 

Sea Kayaking Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail Island

(5 of 4 reviews)

Spend a day Sea Kayaking in Lyttleton Harbour. This tour includes transport from Christchurch, lunch, kayak hire and a local guide. Explore Quail island's and Lyttleton Harbour's shipwrecks, secrete beaches and sea caves and his... More

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Private Tour
Start From $250.68
 
Sea Kayaking Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail Island Likely to Sell Out

Sea Kayaking Christchurch, Lyttelton Harbour & Quail Island

  • South Island
  • Superb4 reviews5

Spend a day Sea Kayaking in Lyttleton Harbour. This tour includes transport from Christchurch, lunch....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $250.68
 
 

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

(4.8 of 28 reviews)

Enjoy the freedom to paddle at your own pace. Explore the calm waters of Moke Lake at your own pace by kayak or paddle board. Let us transport you into wilderness right on our doorstep, escape the hustle and bustle of Queenstown a... More

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Private Tour
Start From $106.18
 
Moke Lake Kayak Experience Likely to Sell Out

Moke Lake Kayak Experience

  • South Island
  • Superb28 reviews4.8

Enjoy the freedom to paddle at your own pace. Explore the calm waters of Moke Lake at your own pace ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $106.18
 
 

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

(4.9 of 104 reviews)

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea kayak guide through's pristine marine reserve and harbour. You will get the most water time by choosing this kayak safari as we ar... More

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Private Tour
Start From $88.30
 
Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve Likely to Sell Out

Sunrise wildlife sea kayaking in Akaroa marine reserve

  • South Island
  • Superb104 reviews4.9

Akaroa guided kayak safari provide a premium 3 hour guided sea kayak safari with a local nature/sea ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $88.30
 
 

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

(5 of 24 reviews)

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tasman National Park in one day and in comfort. Hike, Swim, Kayak or just relax onboard. You can choose how active or relaxed you wan... More

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Private Tour
Start From $1,784.30
 
Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park Likely to Sell Out

Private boat charter in Abel Tasman National Park

  • South Island
  • Superb24 reviews5

Our fully catered boat charter ensures you are able to experience the most of the beautiful Abel Tas....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $1,784.30
 
 

Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

(4.9 of 33 reviews)

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit to view Whales. Kaikoura's only Kayak operator that holds a marine mamma... More

Free Cancellation
Private Tour
Start From $188.48
 
Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura Likely to Sell Out

Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

  • South Island
  • Superb33 reviews4.9

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's ....

    Free Cancellation
    Private Tour
    Start From $188.48
 
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