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Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari
Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari
Akaroa Guided Kayak Safari
5
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Monday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Tuesday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Thursday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Friday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Sunday
6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
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Adventurers get set... it's time to reach for the stars, slap on your life jacket, throw on some sunscreen and rekindle that pioneering spirit. We have a wicked summer deal to get you out on the water and up close with Nature & Wildlife - it's time to go sea kayaking in Akaroa & experience that 100% pure NZ adventure you have been waiting for!Sea kayak in our amazing marine reserve, take in our breathtaking Volcanic basin vistas, and soak up our French village by the sea. Akaroa, only 80 minuets from Christchurch, New Zealand, is where we are based.Your trip includes a remote beach where you can relax or swim, enjoy refreshments & explore remote bays & inlets. We make it easy for you to experience one of our famous safaris as no experience is needed, just a sense of adventure and basic level of fitness and co-ordination. Our safaris have been voted number 1 shore excursion activity on the NZ cruise loop!
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Larry B
25 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
Tried ebikes for the first time. Super-fun, covered lots of ground easily, spectacular views. Greville was a wonderful guide, informative and very experienced and careful. Highly recommended!
Written 29 November 2023
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Susanne A
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Oct 2023 • Family
Great adventure! Perfect organization! Very nice and knowledgeable guide. I would advise going on a sea kayaking tour with this tour to get a different view of the Akaroa Bay. Small group, only 4 persons with one guide.
Written 26 November 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for coming you guys brought a great positive vibe to our tour! Thanks also for the review!
Written 27 November 2023
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Hannah G
4 contributions
Nov 2023 • Friends
Great morning kayaking, beautiful scenery and our guide Lee was excellent - super friendly with interesting chat about the area/ kayaking/ wildlife. Would definitely recommend 😊
Written 25 November 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for the review we are so glad you enjoyed a beautiful morning tour.
Written 26 November 2023
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Alice D
3 contributions
Nov 2023 • Couples
We made a same day booking for the 11:30am trip and these guys were able to make it work for us. We loved the guided tour of Akaroa marine reserve and our guide Lee was great. He was very enthusiastic, informative and fun. This made the whole experience even better!
We will definitely be recommending this trip to others!
We will definitely be recommending this trip to others!
Written 19 November 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for the review! Glad you had a great tour with our amazing guides :)
Written 23 November 2023
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Arnaud F
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
Amazing expérience with Liam !
Professionnals and complete explanation about wildlife and caldera formation.
To add on your to-do list in NZ without hesitation !
Professionnals and complete explanation about wildlife and caldera formation.
To add on your to-do list in NZ without hesitation !
Written 16 November 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for taking the time to review us, we are so glad you had a great tour!
Written 23 November 2023
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Laura C
7 contributions
Sep 2023 • Friends
My friends and I attended a sunrise sea kayak which is a must do if you go to Akaroa. Greville explained all about the flora and fauna and about the local history of the beautiful coast. We were also treated to a choice of tea, coffee or hot chocolate with a cookie on the water which was lovely.
Greville was also super accommodating as I initially booked to do this in September and I had to cancel and rebook with extremely late notice !!!
Greville was also super accommodating as I initially booked to do this in September and I had to cancel and rebook with extremely late notice !!!
Written 19 October 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks for the review! So glad you enjoyed your morning with us.
Written 25 October 2023
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JohnTSanAntone
San Antonio, TX357 contributions
Sep 2023 • Couples
We were a little worried with strong winds that sea kayaking wouldn’t be enjoyable. Our guide found a wind protected area that made the adventure very enjoyable. We had a variety of different skill levels and they adjusted well so all could enjoy. Guide provided all the gear needed and a few wet feet from getting in and out of the kayaks we stayed mostly dry. Great way to start our vacation.
Written 18 September 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for being great adventurers and joining us to kick off your holiday in NZ!
Written 12 October 2023
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Curious28749699133
1 contribution
May 2023 • Couples
Great guide, showed and explained to us about the birds, sea life and caves, beautiful patterns on rocks. The gear used was good. The icing on the cake was seeing 3 Hector dolphins hunting close to our kayaks! The weather conditions were prefect, calm sea and only little bit of drizzle. All in all an awesome experience!
Written 7 May 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for the review, sounds like you had ideal conditions for wildlife spotting! Thanks for joining our amazing guides for a stunning tour in Akaroa!
Written 8 May 2023
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Teresa M
1 contribution
Apr 2023
The kayak in Akaroa harbor and bike ride through the hills surrounding Duchauvelle were amazing adventures. The company is professional and well equipped. The Scott eBike made the climbing easy. The guides are friendly, knowledgeable and provide much insight to the history of the area. They answered several questions too. All in all, a great way to spend the day!
Written 18 April 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for the review there is no better way to adventure around Akaroa than by sea kayak and electric bike with a local guide! Thanks again
Written 27 April 2023
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Angie Lee
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
It was a great experience. Great weather, stunning view, got to see dolphins, a penguin, and many New Zealand native birds. Also could hear about the story of the surrounding area and geologic knowledge.
Written 11 March 2023
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Akaroa G
Thanks so much for your review, we are so glad you loved the sea kayaking experience we provide!
Written 21 March 2023
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jayzee24
Queenstown, New Zealand12 contributions
Is it true that dolphins are more active early in the morning? We need a little hint to choose the time. :) Thx!
Leslie E
Charlotte, NC61 contributions
We went in the afternoon and did not see any dolphins . We did see some little penguins and got quite close to them.
Mark B
Newcastle, Australia4 contributions
Hi guys we had a great time on your sea kayak tour in early January (3rd I think), we were on Majestic Princess. Anyway we haven’t received a link to the photos as you mentioned. Hope you can resend. Thanks
Akaroa G
Canterbury10 contributions
HI folks, if you have not already got the pics please email us with your trip time and date, the photos sometimes go into spam, we can resend!
Merleloves2travel
Singapore181 contributions
I have been trying to reach the company but no success, we are Travelling in October and was wondering if the tour is still on and how cold will it be?
How to book the tour?
We will take the 4 pm coach back to Christchurch,will the tour end before that ?
Allielovesthebeach
New Zealand7 contributions
Hi there, we will be Open in October, the best way to reach us is via email as we are not in NZ at present. October is Spring time so the weather getting warmer all the time, the best thing to do is make a booking and see what the conditions are like on the day! The tour will end by 4pm, you will have plenty of time to catch the bus again. Please email us if you need any further info, Akaroa Guided Kayak Safaris
Dennis G
1 contribution
Do any of your kayaks have back supports? That is the excursion we will book
Allielovesthebeach
New Zealand7 contributions
The kayaks have basic back support, ( they are not sit on tops) they are very comfortable and stable!