About Us
Hi, my name is Levi O'Connor,
ISeal Kayak Kaikōura was established in 2010 and originated from a lifetime spent in and around the water through various activities such as surfing, fishing and diving. Having moved to Kaikōura as an 8-year-old, this amazing small town has been my playground for as long as I can remember. Being a sponsored surfer from the age of 15 and developing an interest in collecting kaimoana(seafood) through diving and fishing, my passion for the moana (ocean) naturally grew.
The joy I received from showing visiting friends the incredible Kaikōura landscapes and the respect I had for the local marine wildlife after countless special encounters birthed the idea to combine the two and give visitors an intimate local experience of my backyard.
After a holiday to Australia introduced me to Hobie Pedal Kayaks I was sold and knew I had the perfect way to explore the rugged and beautiful Kaikōura coastline in the least invasive way possible. After obtaining my marine mammal viewing permit, I focused on the intelligent and entertaining New Zealand fur seal occupying the peninsula and an abundance of seabirds and penguins. The hands-free pedal kayaks meant guests were constantly wowed by the ability to get close to marine life and photograph them effortlessly.
Seal Kayak Kaikōura is still family-owned and operated by my wife and me, and we have surrounded ourselves with a team of passionate guides who help us lead the best small-group wildlife tours Kaikōura offers
Meet our team
In his 4th season as a guide at Seal Kayak Kaikoura Logan continues to return as his passion for wildlife is unmatched. he loves spending time out on the ocean whether its guiding clients around the peninsula, a fishing mission or poking his head underwater with a snorkel. With a love for trees, birds and evrything nature related , your sure to enjoy a tour with Logan and pick his brains for eveything wildlife and Kaikoura history related.
Bailey hails from Canada and is a woman of the water. Having spent many years living on Vancouver island and its vast coastline she has travelled the world and finally made it to NZ. A summer spent surf instructing in Raglan has led her to becoming a guide here at Seal Kayak Kaikōura. Surfing , diving and a self proclamied backgammon champion, Bailey is sure to make your time out on the water a memorable experience.
Conner originally came to Kaikoura for a week in 2016 and immediately packed his bags and moved here. He guided for four years before meeting a girl and following her across world to live in the UK for a few years. The call of Kaikoura bought him home though and he’s now back in his happy place guiding for Seal Kayak Kaikoura for his second season. He’s always happy to share his knowledge of the ocean and Kaikoura.
Loves farting, eating, snoring
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Award-winning tours on award-winning kayaks
Our Kayak Tours
New Zealand's first and only kayak tour of its kind. Easier, faster, hands-free, pedal or paddle Kaikōura kayaks — perfect for photos or those cheeky selfies
Sunset Kayak Tour
Seal Kayak Tour
Family Kayak Tour
Private Tour
