Couple on a kayak watching a fur seal playing in the ocean
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Duration:
3 hours
Ages:
3+
Departs:
9:30am or 1:30pm

Seal Kayak Tour

Guaranteed to See the New Zealand Fur Seals in Kaikōura!

Come and experience the most unforgettable small-group wildlife adventure that Kaikōura has to offer!

Imagine New Zealand fur seals darting and twirling beneath your kayak… little blue penguins bobbing playfully on the surface… and magnificent albatross soaring effortlessly overhead. Out here, you’re not watching nature from a distance — you’re right in the middle of it. And because you’re low to the water and moving quietly, you’ll have incredible, uninterrupted opportunities to capture stunning photos with ease.

Our Seal Kayak Tours truly are something special. Each adventure runs for approximately 2.5–3 hours, with up to 2 magical hours spent on the water alongside the region’s thriving population of New Zealand fur seal and other incredible marine wildlife.

Bring your camera — you’ll want it! Or simply relax and soak it all in from the comfort of your hands-free Hobie Pedal Kayak, designed for smooth cruising, stability, and maximum wildlife viewing.

Small groups. Big wildlife encounters. Zero engine noise.
Just you, the ocean, and nature at its absolute best. 🌊🦭

Please note:
Children require adult supervision.

What to Bring

Long/short sleeve top
A fleece if it's a bit nippy
Shorts or light pants. E.g. quick drys
Sunglasses or cap
Flip flops / jandals / sandals / thongs
Drinking water
Camera

Seal Kayak Kaikōura Location

All of our tours depart from our office at 18 Beach Road Kaikōura, close to the big Pacific Jewels shop across the bridge from town, directly across from the Indian Restaurant. Look for a small black office with a large roof sign.

Book now with no regret; we cannot wait to show you our amazing backyard here in Kaikōura.
Join us here at Seal Kayak Kaikōura − there is no better way to see it.

Adults
Ages 13+
$
139
Children
Ages 7-12
$
79

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