All safety equipment, dry bags, jackets and wetsuit booties
Time
This experience departs at 8:30am or 12:30pm
Session times may vary in the winter
Duration
The duration of this experience is 3 hours
You will have approximately 90 - 120 minutes spent on the water
Location
This experience takes place in Kaikoura, South Island, which is 2.5 hours north of Christchurch, NZ
Departure Location
This experience departs from 19 Killarney Street, Kaikoura New Zealand
What To Bring
Long sleeved thermal top, fleece (if a bit chilly), shorts or light pants e.g. quick drys, NO JEANS! Sunglasses, cap, running shoes or sandals, drinking water, camera and towel.
Additional Information
This experience requires 2 participants
Sea kayaking may be cancelled due to wind and sea conditions. This is however, somewhat dependent on the experience level of the participant. In the case of poor weather, we will reschedule your experience for a later date
Morning tours usually have the calmest sea conditions and the best interactions with marine life
You will need to sign a customer declaration prior to participating in the experience. All kayakers will be provided with the necessary equipment
We can accommodate almost anyone. You don't need any paddling experience for our tour as your guide will demonstrate the various paddling techniques used - it is quickly and easily learnt and gives you a very rewarding outcome. Non-swimmers are welcome. Open to all ages, families most welcome
Terms And Conditions
I agree that by participating in this activity I accept there are inherent risks and hazards associated with participating in sea kayaking and I understand what these risks are (including serious harm and death).
Understanding the risks:
The staff and management of Kaikoura Kayaks take all practicable steps to identify and minimize potential dangers.
The risks and hazards include, but are not limited to property damage, personal injury, illness because of adverse weather conditions, risk of drowning or death, sunburn, dehydration, hyperthermia & exhaustion, rolling or capsizing or flipping kayaks and Sups, hitting obstacles, (such as rocks or other watercraft) or being hit by other watercraft and equipment failure.
Cancellation Policy
Clients who cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled tour are not eligible for any refund.
Refunds are processed on a case-by-case basis and for genuine reasons only, e.g. If a booking is made initially through Kaikoura Kayaks website, then cancelled and subsequently rebooked through another website the original booking will stand and therefore can’t be refunded.
Kaikoura Kayaks reserves the right to cancel trips due to weather and sea conditions. Where Kaikoura Kayaks cancels a trip prior to departure, a full refund is available. Where a trip has commenced and is subsequently canceled, participants shall receive a 70% refund.
Booking Information
Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements