AUCKLAND · NEW ZEALAND
Auckland’s best days out.
The 11 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.
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2-hour night kayak from Auckland’s North Shore to see bioluminescent plankton glow near Long Bay–Okura. Gear and instruction included.
“The our guides were friendly, knowledgeable and patient. It was easy to find meet up spot, and all communications were timely and informative. We took the Auckland Tranport (bus) to get there, and then an Uber back to hotel.”
Sunset sea kayaking to Rangitoto Island from Auckland: guided paddle, summit hike, BBQ dinner, and a night return by city lights.
“It was an amazing and unforgettably experience. I booked without really paying much attention to the description. The adventure started with kayaking a 5k from shore to Rangitoto Island and then our awesome guide Daniel, prepared some delicious dinner. He even offered us tea or coffee. I could not eve”
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.
“We had an amazing day with Daniel! He’s an amazing guide and knew so much about the plant life, birds and answered any questions we had. The kayak ride was nice and leisurely. The water was quite calm and the weather was ideal. The hike was an incline but not bad at all and the…”
Paddle on an Auckland night kayak and spot bioluminescent plankton glowing in the dark, with a small-group guide for 2 hours.
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.
“It was such an amazing experience! We loved every second of it. It was extremely well organized, they made sure we were safe and comfortable. They were very knowledgeable and shared valuable information.”
Paddle from St Heliers to Motukorea (Browns Island) for a beginner-friendly sea kayak tour with volcanic scenery and wildlife spotting in Auckland.
Night kayak Auckland with Harbour Bridge and Sky Tower lights, tea and brownie onboard, small-group 2-hour paddle from Z Pier.
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.”
The harbour city, the gulf islands, and every road out of it.
