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Saltwater Eco

951 Matakana Road | Matakana, Matakana, Auckland 0985, New Zealand
+64 210 433 184
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Snorkel Junky

We booked a snorkelling session for our son. His review: "Great guide. Easy to talk to and very... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago
Anne M
Kids surf lessons

We sent our 11 year old for surfing lessons for his birthday, and he had a fantastic time. The... read more

Reviewed 1 week ago
PaulVes
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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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Here at Saltwater Eco we pride ourselves on offering quality eco-focused products with purpose. Our unique Saltwater Offerings are designed to excite, energize and most importantly connect our clients to New Zealand’s incredible natural environments. Based on the beautiful Matakana Coast we offer a great range of surf and snorkel activities to suit all abilities.
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Hours Today: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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951 Matakana Road | Matakana, Matakana, Auckland 0985, New Zealand
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Reviewed 1 week ago

We booked a snorkelling session for our son. His review: "Great guide. Easy to talk to and very friendly. Highly recommended." It was easy to organise and a great experience for him. Thanks a lot. Cal and family.

Thank Anne M
Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 6 days ago

Thanks for the great review, we enjoyed taking Cal snorkeling :)

Reviewed 1 week ago

We sent our 11 year old for surfing lessons for his birthday, and he had a fantastic time. The instructors were great, he had a blast, and got the basics of what he needed to be up and surfing over the three days. Well set...More

Thank PaulVes
Poorblonde, Manager at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thanks for the great review Paul :)

Reviewed 1 week ago

This is an amazing experience. Irrespective of whether you are an experienced snorkeler or a complete novice this is a great adventure. I am a competent snorkeler and I had a great morning being guided over some amazing seascapes by a highly competent guide (Lydia)....More

Thank NuggetSydney
Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

Thanks for the great review, we loved taking you snorkeling!

Reviewed 2 weeks ago

We are a family of two adults and two primary school aged girls who had the most fantastic time with Saltwater Eco at Omaha Beach. We'd never surfed before - by the end of the two hour lesson, both kids were standing up on their...More

Thank MacKiwi
Poorblonde, Manager at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

Thank you for the lovely review, we had a great time teaching you all to surf :)

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

New to surfing, I approached Saltwater Eco for a surf lesson to help get confidence and knowledge in what to do. The team were very friendly and professional, great communication before and after the lesson - I'll be returning to do snorkelling with the team...More

Thank Natalie D
Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Hi Natalie, thank you so much for your review... we'd had a great time teaching you to surf!

Reviewed 3 weeks ago

Great to experience three different locations over the three days. Really enjoyed the variety. Highly skilled and educated instructors. Felt safe all the time. What a beautiful part of the country! Thank you Saltwater Eco!

Thank FeeMann
Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

Thanks so much for the review, we loved sharing our local underwater wonders with you both :)

Reviewed 29 November 2017 via mobile

Awesome! I would give them 6/5 if I could! Super helpful, and magic ability to cater to bunch of different levels all in one lesson! Pakiri was amazing location

Thank H R
Poorblonde, Manager at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 30 November 2017

Thanks for the great review Hollie, we love having you on lessons!

Reviewed 21 November 2017

Thoroughly recommend Saltwater Eco's Progressive Surf Clinics. Not only fun, but got some great tips from the team, and got to surf some super fun waves. They were easy to find (great directions on where to meet them), really friendly and eased any anxiety I...More

Thank Janette S
Poorblonde, Manager at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 22 November 2017

Hi Janette, We're so chuffed you had a great time and got loads out of your PSC session. Thanks for the awesome feedback! Many thanks, Lydia

Reviewed 26 September 2017

Thank you Kirst and Lydia! The most excellent combination of professionalism and fun ever and OMG a great workout too. I love being in the surf so was stoked to be up on my feet on the board (and my knees a few times too...More

Thank Susanusance
Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 27 September 2017

Thanks for the great review Sue! We loved taking you surfing and snorkeling :)

Reviewed 24 September 2017

The fundamentals and adventure of board-riding taught by awesome ladies. Sun, fun and good times had by all. A beaut of a beginner surf lesson!

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Poorblonde, Owner at Saltwater Eco, responded to this reviewResponded 25 September 2017

Thanks Suz, it was great to have you on the lesson!

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