AUCKLAND · NEW ZEALAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 12 top-rated kayak tours for an Auckland trip, with prices, how long each one runs and the operator behind it, so you can pick the day and book it.
Paddle Auckland’s night waters on a guided kayak tour where bioluminescent plankton glow with every stroke under a star-filled sky.
Most Popular“Really enjoyed the evening, Paul and Conrad were knowledgeable and were keen for us to find the bioluminescence.”
2-hour night kayak from Auckland’s North Shore to see bioluminescent plankton glow near Long Bay–Okura. Gear and instruction included.
“Awesome experience with the bioluminescsnt water, great team and super easy to kayak, no need for skill.”
Sunset sea kayaking to Rangitoto Island from Auckland: guided paddle, summit hike, BBQ dinner, and a night return by city lights.
“Our guide, Daniel, led us on a very fun trip to Rangitoto Island. First, he filled us in on the proper paddling form as well as some important safety tips. On the water he had an eagle eye for any approaching boats or ferries, and gave us some interesting info on some of the landmarks…”
Private Clearyak hire in Goat Island Marine Reserve. Gear included, no experience needed, look through the floor at snapper and stingrays.
“The pictures don’t do this experience justice! It’s an incredibly beautiful spot and we had so much fun exploring in the kayaks, looking at the fish, etc. Would highly recommend!”
Kayak from St. Heliers to Rangitoto Island, hike to a volcano summit, then enjoy a Kiwi BBQ by the shore in Auckland.
“Richard was a great guide. this trip is a great combination of sea kayaking, about 10k round trip, and a summit hike.”
Paddle on an Auckland night kayak and spot bioluminescent plankton glowing in the dark, with a small-group guide for 2 hours.
“loved the kayaking on the ocean at night”
Sea-kayak to Motukorea (Browns Island) from central Auckland, with gear, snacks, and a short summit hike for volcano views in 4 hours.
“I highly recommend you try kayaking with this company. They provided excellent gear and the trip to browns island was absolutely amazing. It was the perfect amount of paddling without being completely exhausting. The hike can be steep but it’s a very short hike and it’s worth it because of the view at the summit,”
Paddle Auckland at night to see bioluminescent Sea Sparkle turn your wake blue. Life jacket and kayak included in 2 hours.
“An amazing experience with an equally amazing staff. A must do excursion if you visit New Zealand. A beautiful, natural, breathtaking opportunity to kayak under beautiful stars, all while seeing plankton’s incredible bioluminescence glow!”
Paddle from St Heliers to Motukorea (Browns Island) for a beginner-friendly sea kayak tour with volcanic scenery and wildlife spotting in Auckland.
“We absolutely loved it, Legend was a great guide, very pleasant experience. A must do in New Zealand, especially on a nice sunny day.”
Night kayak Auckland with Harbour Bridge and Sky Tower lights, tea and brownie onboard, small-group 2-hour paddle from Z Pier.
“Gute Einweisung, tolle Tour, Wind und Wetter eingeplant. Toller Guide, hat Spaß gemacht.”
Kayak Browns Island (Motukorea) from St Heliers in Auckland, spotting native birds, volcanic clues, and early aviation history on a 4-hour tour.
“We did not make it to the Browns Island as plan. We were novice and inexperience with the kayak that were used. The tour is probably more suitable for people with some kayaking experience in the sea but the tour guide Chris was friendly and helpful.”
Paddle from Auckland to Motukorea in a sea kayak, hike an extinct volcano, and score skyline-and-crater views with small-group help.
“Marco, our guide, was super friendly, knowledgeable, and well organized. He smoothly handled a participant showimg up late, who missed her kayak group, and ask our group if we minded taking a few extra minutes to get the newcomer set to kayak with us. Awesome service!! Definitely recommend!!”
The harbour city, the gulf islands, and every road out of it.
