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Sea Kayak Tours

Sea kayaks in a sheltered cove in the Bay of Islands.

Two kayak tours, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $132 to $166.

Guided sea kayak tours in the Bay of Islands currently run from $132 to $166 per person, with lengths from 2.5 to 3 hours of paddling up to a 10-hour day for the full day option. Both tours include gear, begin with a ferry to Otehei Bay, and offer free cancellation. Departures depend on weather and sea conditions.

Common Questions

How Much Do Sea Kayak Tours Cost?

The Afternoon Island Kayak half day tour starts at $132 per person, and the Full Day Sea Cave Kayak tour starts at $166 per person. Both prices are per person and do not vary by group size.

How Long Are The Tours?

The Afternoon Island Kayak tour is a half day with 2.5 to 3 hours of paddling. The Full Day Sea Cave Kayak tour lasts about 10 hours in total.

What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?

Both tours include gear and free cancellation, and both begin with a ferry to Otehei Bay. The full day tour includes lunch, while the half day tour does not state a meal. Departures depend on weather and sea conditions, so check conditions before you go.

How Do I Choose Between The Two Tours?

Pick the Afternoon Island Kayak tour for a shorter paddle of 2.5 to 3 hours with departures from Paihia or Russell. Pick the Full Day Sea Cave Kayak tour for a 10-hour day with 5 to 5.5 hours of paddling, sea caves, and an included lunch, departing from Paihia Wharf. The half day option has 6 reviews and the full day option has 1 review.

Compare The Two Kayak Tours Side By Side

TourLengthFromReviewsMeal
Afternoon Island Kayak, Half DayHalf day, 2.5 to 3 hours of paddling$132 per person6 reviewsNot stated
Full-Day Sea Cave Kayak, Lunch10 hours$166 per person1 reviewIncluded

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