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The 10 Best Sea Kayaking Trips in Auckland

10 tours  ·  from $56 a head

Paddling to Rangitoto and climbing a six-hundred-year-old crater is a genuine Auckland day. The 10 below compare the island crossings, the twilight paddles and the sheltered bays, priced and honest about the fitness each needs.

Auckland: Night Kayak Tour in Glowing Bioluminescent Waters - The first 30 minutes: safety before sparkle
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Auckland: Night Kayak Tour in Glowing Bioluminescent Waters

1.Night Kayak Tour in Glowing Bioluminescent Waters

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 259 reviews · 90 minutes - 2 hours · from $56Our pick

Paddle Auckland’s dark coastal waters as bioluminescent plankton sparkle below, with expert guides, kayaks, safety gear, and starry skies.

“The bioluminescent plankton were amazing to see glowing at night along with the bright stars. The guides Paul and Millie were amazing and very knowledgeable!”

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Bioluminescence Kayak Tour - Est. 1994 - Paddling through the Long Bay and Okura Marine Reserve area
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Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Est. 1994

2.Bioluminescence Kayak Tour – Est. 1994

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 187 reviews · from $73

Paddle Auckland’s night waters and watch bioluminescent plankton sparkle around your kayak on this beginner-friendly two-hour tour.

“Just being on the water was so peaceful. The water was warm, but I didn’t really get wet. It’s beautiful to see the water light up. We were also lucky enough to see glow worms too! This was definitely worth doing. I would do it again.”

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Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island - Setting out from Parnell and crossing the Waitemata
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Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island

3.Sunset kayak tour to Rangitoto Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · from $152Top rated

Paddle to Rangitoto, eat a Kiwi barbecue, hike for sunset, then kayak back beneath Auckland’s city lights.

“It was very windy so that we could not go to Rangitoto as planned. We went to another vulcanic Island that was closer instead. We hiked to the top of the crater but it was a very short walk and not as long as climbing Rangitoto. It was very Read more”

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Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve - What happens during the 30 or 60 minutes
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Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve

4.Clearyak hire at Goat Island Marine Reserve

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · from $174

Paddle a clear kayak over Goat Island Marine Reserve, spotting snapper and stingrays with gear provided and flexible 30 or 60-minute hire.

“We booked for 2 adults but when we arrived were offered 2 seperate double kayaks. I guess we should have read the detail more carefully and just booked 1 as each kayak seats two people! You have the use of the kayak for 1 hour. Experience was a lot of fun, althouRead more”

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Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island - Landing at Rangitoto Wharf
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Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island

5.Day sea kayak tour Rangitoto Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · from $152

Kayak across Auckland’s Waitemata Harbor to Rangitoto, hike its volcanic summit, and enjoy a Kiwi BBQ with expert guides.

“Great trip and Bennett was an awesome guide! Beautiful scenery and a great lunch. Paddle was great but a little challenging, definitely not for the faint of heart and some kayaking experience is very helpful!”

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Motukorea / Browns Island Sea Kayak Journey - The paddle across the Hauraki Gulf
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Motukorea / Browns Island Sea Kayak Journey

7.Motukorea / Browns Island Sea Kayak Journey

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · from $121

Paddle from central Auckland to volcanic Motukorea, hike to its summit, and enjoy island history, views, snacks, and hot drinks.

“Our tour guide is Elle. A french girl. She is a very nice person. We feel nervous at the beginning as this is our first time doing kayaking. She provided extensive information about safety before we start which is helpful. We recommend this to anyone want to challenge yourself. Unforgettable experience.”

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Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour - What happens during the two-hour paddle
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Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

8.Auckland Bioluminescence Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $68

Paddle Auckland waters at night and watch bioluminescent plankton create blue sparks, with kayaks, safety gear, guides, and transport available.

“Great experience !!!! we love it. !!!!!! A good activity for family and friends. The staff is very attentive too . We recommend.”

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Auckland City Lights Night Kayaking Tour - Auckland Harbour Bridge from water level
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Auckland City Lights Night Kayaking Tour

10.Auckland City Lights Night Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · from $83

Paddle Auckland’s glowing waterfront at dusk, with Sky Tower, Harbour Bridge, superyachts, snacks, and a small guided group.

“Seeing Auckland at night from the water in a kayak is an amazing experience. Ben, our knowledgeable guide, made the trip both fun and safe.”

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