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Explore the gorgeous marine life and pristine views of the Kaikoura Peninsular as you glide across the water in New Zealand’s first hands-free seal viewing kayak tour.
Explore the gorgeous marine life and pristine views of the Kaikoura Peninsular as you glide across the water in New Zealand’s first hands-free seal viewing kayak tour.
Highlights
- New Zealand´s first hands free pedal kayak tour
- Get up and personal with the amazing array of Kaikouras marinelife
- Stunning local scenery and chance to see Fur Seals, Albatross and Blue Penguins and much more
Explore the gorgeous marine life and pristine views of the Kaikoura Peninsular as you glide across the water in New Zealand’s first hands-free seal viewing pedal kayak tour.
The inquisitive New Zealand Fur Seals (Kekeno) are guaranteed to make an appearance as you approach their home turf in our top of the line Hobie Cat pedal kayaks.
Paired with the stunning scenery of the Kaikoura peninsula, you’ll experience the heart of true New Zealand beauty as you interact with the seals in their natural habitat. Local albatross and blue-eyed penguin are known to make an appearance too!
As our kayaks are hands-free - you’ll have the perfect opportunity to capture amazing photo’s as the seals play under and around the kayaks, or just sit back and soak up the unforgettable experience in complete cruise mode.
Enjoyable for all ages, abilities, and experience levels - our friendly guides will give you a rundown on how to use our hands-free pedal kayaks, making sure you are comfortable and confident before taking off.
Perfect for individuals and groups alike, this is an experience that will be remembered for a lifetime.
All prices are shown inNZD ($)
- Adult$110.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$111.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$110.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$111.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$139.00
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- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
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- Adult$108.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$110.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$110.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$139.00
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- Adult$99.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$139.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$108.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$111.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$139.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$139.00
- Child$79.00
- Adult$112.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
- Adult$83.00 Less than 6 at this price!
- Child$79.00
Authenticated Reviews
Real highlights, tips, and the helpful advice straight from Bookme customers who’ve actually done this experience, summarised with AI support
- emergencyThe guides were super friendly and knowledgeable, making the experience enjoyable for everyone (25 people said this).
- emergencyThe pedal kayaks were easy to use, allowing for a relaxed experience on the water (20 people said this).
- emergencyCustomers loved seeing seals up close, with many also spotting dolphins during their tour (15 people said this).
- emergencyThe stunning scenery of Kaikoura was frequently praised, adding to the overall enjoyment (18 people said this).
- emergencyMany found the experience to be fun and memorable, perfect for both beginners and experienced kayakers (22 people said this).
- emergencyThe tour was well-organized and provided a great mix of adventure and education about marine life (19 people said this).
- star_shineBring a camera for awesome wildlife photos.
Consider going in the morning for better weather and visibility.
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From Seal Kayak Kaikoura - Seal Viewing Pedal Kayak Tour
Cheers Kisha A pleasure it was to have you on the water with our team, glad to hear you found them knowledgable and fun, come out again anytime Thanks from the team at Seal Kayak Kaikōura
flyoff from United Kingdom wrote on 22 February 2026
Amazing kayak
I would highly recommend you try this. The peddle kayaks are so easy compared to using a paddle. You get to see lots of seals, the beautiful bay and the guides provide lots of interesting facts about the area and animals. You may get lucky like we did and get up close to dolphins.
From Seal Kayak Kaikoura - Seal Viewing Pedal Kayak Tour
Thanks Flyoff Stoked to hear you loved the kayaks and you found them great way to view the diversity of wildlife we get to see here in Kaikōura Thanks from the team at Seal Kayak Kaikōura
Stein Rensen from Netherlands wrote on 20 February 2026
Very Nice and good your!
We had a very Nice expetience. Kayaks are very comfortabele, we saw lot of deals, even a pinguïn! The guides we’re very kind and made fun with us and gave more background Information about what we saw and the environment
From Seal Kayak Kaikoura - Seal Viewing Pedal Kayak Tour
Thanks so much Stein The wildlife really is wonderful here in Kaikōura and you have no idea whats going to show up which makes it even more special. Thanks from the team at Seal Kayak Kaikōura
Alyssa Tharle from New Zealand wrote on 07 February 2026
Highlight of my trip
I’ve been in New Zealand for a month now and this was by far my favourite experience!! The guides were friendly and knowledgeable and the seals were great
From Seal Kayak Kaikoura - Seal Viewing Pedal Kayak Tour
Thanks a bunch Alyssa What a pleasure it was having you out on the water, so glad you had a lovely time and the seals put on a show for you! Would love to have you back anytime Thanks from the team at Seal Kayak Kaikōura
sanduns from New Zealand wrote on 26 January 2026
Perfect Family Kayak Adventure in Kaikoura
Had an amazing first sea-kayaking experience with Seal Kayaking Kaikoura. The team was incredibly friendly, supportive, and made us feel comfortable from the start—especially as beginners. We went out with our kids and spent about 2.5 hours kayaking. The wildlife was the highlight: we saw seals, a blue penguin, and even dolphins. It was such a special experience being that close to nature, and the guides made it feel safe and well organized the whole time. The kids had an absolute blast and enjoyed it a lot. Highly recommend this tour for families and first-timers visiting Kaikoura!
From Seal Kayak Kaikoura - Seal Viewing Pedal Kayak Tour
Thanks so much, Sanduns Was such a pleasure for our crew to have your awesome family out there and getting to show you some of the amazing beauty of Kaikōura. Sounds like the wildlife really put on a show as well. We would love to have you back anytime you're in town again. Thanks from the team at Seal Kayak Kaikōura
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Kisha Gates from Australia wrote on 28 February 2026
Incredible
Guides were great fun and very knowledgeable!