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    27 Reviews
    #2 of 5 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Dunedin
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    Kayaking & Canoeing, Nature & Wildlife Tours, Boat Tours & Water Sports, Tours, Outdoor Activities
    | Wellers Rock, Dunedin 9023, New Zealand
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    “Kayak Tour”

    Enjoyable to get out on the water in such good conditions. Saw seals (right up to the kayak) and... read more

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    ericmunro8
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    Dunedin, New Zealand
    “Kayaking Tour”

    A wonderful tour of the Peninsula. Our guide, Manu, was so friendly and shared his knowledge of the... read more

    Reviewed 3 weeks ago
    Hannavictoria4
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    Overview
    4.5
    27 reviews
    • Excellent87%
    • Very good3%
    • Average7%
    • Poor3%
    • Terrible0%
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    “saw seals” (3 reviews)
    “sea kayaking tour” (2 reviews)
    “perfect weather” (2 reviews)
    Suggested Duration: 1-2 hours
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    | Wellers Rock, Dunedin 9023, New Zealand
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    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Kayak Tour

    Enjoyable to get out on the water in such good conditions. Saw seals (right up to the kayak) and shags. Very relaxed and laid back guide, classic kiwi bloke, would be good if there was some more information on the history of the area and...More

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    Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile
    Kayaking Tour

    A wonderful tour of the Peninsula. Our guide, Manu, was so friendly and shared his knowledge of the history and wildlife of Dunedin. We saw seals and a pup, shags and even an Albatross!! It was an amazing experience being so close to the animals...More

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    Reviewed 14 February 2018
    Nice Tour!

    The tour was really beautiful and well guided by the two kayak-guys. We saw seaguls, seals and a huge albatros just flying above our heads. After the tour we got invited for a hot Café Latte and they were so kind and brought us to...More

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    Reviewed 10 February 2018
    Kayak adventure

    This is a wonderful local operator. We loved the personalized, professional service, nice boats and up close with the seals. We’ve been on other kayaking trips and this one rates higher. Ricky and his family make everyone feel at home and at ease. Lots of...More

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    Reviewed 20 January 2018
    Excellent alternative shore tour for cruise passengers

    We booked this tour instead of paying the exorbitant fee charged by Royal Caribbean for a similar tour and we were not disappointed. I would highly recommend the Kayak Tour offered by Eden Cafe and Boat Hire. We had a personal guide, Ricky, who was...More

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    Reviewed 11 January 2018
    Kayaking with the fur seals

    My family of 4 (myself, husband and 2 teens) really enjoyed ourselves on our sea kayaking tour. Our guide Ricky had lots of interesting stories and facts about the area. He was kind and patient with us, making sure we were comfortable and safe. I...More

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    Reviewed 5 January 2018 via mobile
    Fantastic adventure

    We had a great time kayaking with Manu on the Otago harbour. Although it was a little windy, we still got to see seals, albatross and shags up close from the kayaks. Manu is a fantastic guide - very friendly and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend!

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    Reviewed 4 January 2018
    Chilled day on the water

    My last day in Dunedin and I got to see Albatross from a kayak...what a nice way to spend the day before leaving after a few months living here. It's a really nice way tosee the peninsula. Good local knowledge and chilled atmosphere. Cheers.

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    Reviewed 3 January 2018
    Not to be missed!

    I fantastic natural attraction and for someone who has lived on the Peninsula for 8 years its a shame we have now done this before! Well equipped and a great guide Ricky with heaps of knowledge on the Peninsula and all the wildlife that you...More

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    Reviewed 28 December 2017
    Up close wildlife expereince

    Great paddling in shore and around the heads; seals swimming alongside us, different varieties of birds including Albatross above us, sparkling water, clear skies. An authentic and genuine hands on trip with Manu our knowledgeable and capable guide.

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