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Bioluminescence Kayak Tour Auckland: Night Paddle in Long BayPaddle through bioluminescent waters in Auckland's Long Bay–Okura Marine Reserve on a 2-hour evening kayak tour with a guide and small group.Every day · 20:00 and 20:30 · From age 5★ 4.16 (205)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 119per person
Kayaking Rangitoto Island at sunset from AucklandPaddle to Rangitoto Island on a guided sea kayak tour from Auckland, walk to the summit for sunset views over the Hauraki Gulf, and enjoy a BBQ dinner.Every day · 15:00 and 16:00 · Pickup optional · Ages 14–85★ 4.87 (179)6h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 245per person
Goat Island: Clearyak Hire Transparent Kayak Marine ReserveSee fish glide beneath your transparent kayak at Goat Island Marine Reserve. All gear provided, easy beach access, and friendly staff help you get started.Every day · First departure 10:00, last 15:00★ 4.76 (84)30m–1h✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 127per group
Auckland: Rangitoto Sea Kayak Tour & Summit Walk with BBQKayak across Waitemata Harbour to Rangitoto Island, spot wildlife, hike volcanic trails, and share a Kiwi BBQ dinner. Includes pickup and local guide.Every day · 08:30 · Pickup optional · Ages 14–85★ 4.86 (83)6h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 245per person
Bioluminescence Kayaking in Auckland: Glowing PlanktonPaddle through glowing plankton on a night kayak in Auckland's bioluminescent waters: your paddle strokes light up the water around you.Every day · First departure 20:30, last 22:00 · From age 13★ 4.98 (46)2hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 110per person
Kayaking Motukorea / Browns Island, AucklandPaddle to a preserved volcano island in the Hauraki Gulf with experienced guides and small groups. No kayaking experience needed, with pickup from Auckland city center.Every day · 08:30 · Pickup optional · From age 12★ 5.00 (38)4hEN · ZH✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 195per person
Auckland Night Kayaking: Sky Tower & Harbour Bridge LightsPaddle Auckland's harbour at night past the Sky Tower and Harbour Bridge. Includes kayak, safety gear, guide and snacks. 2–3 hours from St Mary's Bay.Every day except Tuesday · 19:00 and 19:30 · From age 12★ 4.75 (28)2h 30mEN · ZH✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Browns Island Sea Kayak Tour: Volcanic Island WildlifePaddle from Auckland CBD to Browns Island, a volcanic island sanctuary with native birds, geckos and skinks.Every day · 10:00 · From age 10★ 4.80 (10)4hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 150per person
Kayaking Tiritiri Matangi Island: Native birds and island landingPaddle to Tiritiri Matangi Island in the Hauraki Gulf with full equipment and tuition. Explore the wildlife sanctuary, spot native birds, and visit the historic lighthouse.Tue and Sun · 08:00 · Ages 15–70★ 4.67 (3)6h–7hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 265per person
Kayaking Waikato River glowworms from AucklandPaddle the Waikato River at dusk with a guide and hotel pickup from Auckland, watching glowworms illuminate the canyon walls as darkness falls before returning for dinner.Wed–Sun · 13:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 16–70★ 5.00 (2)8h–9hEN · KO✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 530per person
Kayaking Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach, CoromandelKayak to Cathedral Cove and dig a geothermal pool at Hot Water Beach on Coromandel's coast: private guide, transport and shovel included for an 11-hour day.Mon–Sat · 07:00 · Pickup optional · From age 5★ 5.00 (2)11hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 640per person
Auckland Kayak Tour: City Skyline from the WaterPaddle Auckland's waterfront for 2.5 hours from Westhaven Marina, gliding past the Sky Tower and Harbour Bridge with a local guide.Wed, Thu and Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 · From age 122h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 145per person
Kayaking on Waitemata River: Auckland Riverhead Tavern paddlePaddle the Waitemata River from Riverhead Tavern in Auckland with a guide, life jacket and kayak included: two hours on serene water, suitable for all fitness levels.Every day · 10:00 and 18:00 · From age 102hEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 110per person
Kayaking Motuora Island: Kiwi spotting at nightPaddle across the Hauraki Gulf at sunset to Motuora Island wildlife sanctuary, then search for kiwi under red-light torches after dark with your guide.Every day · 18:10, 18:30 and 19:00 · Pickup optional · From age 126h 30mEN · ES✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 820per person
2-Day Waiheke Island Sea Kayaking: Hauraki Gulf & Batch WineryPaddle across the Hauraki Gulf to Waiheke Island over two days, kayaking past dolphins and seals, hiking through native forest.Fri–Sun · 10:00 · From age 102dEN✓ Free cancellationfromNZ$ 1,775per person
The top 12 of 15 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-29| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kayaking Rangitoto Island at sunset from AucklandOur pick | NZ$ 245 per person | 6h 30m | 4.87★ · 179 | Every day · 15:00 and 16:00 | English, Spanish |
| Bioluminescence Kayaking in Auckland: Glowing PlanktonBest value | NZ$ 110 per person | 2h | 4.98★ · 46 | Every day · First departure 20:30, last 22:00 | English |
| Bioluminescence Kayak Tour Auckland: Night Paddle in Long BayMost reviewed | NZ$ 119 per person | 2h | 4.16★ · 205 | Every day · 20:00 and 20:30 | English |
| Goat Island: Clearyak Hire Transparent Kayak Marine Reserve | NZ$ 64 per personNZ$ 127 per group (split 2 ways) | 30m–1h | 4.76★ · 84 | Every day · First departure 10:00, last 15:00 | — |
| Auckland: Rangitoto Sea Kayak Tour & Summit Walk with BBQ | NZ$ 245 per person | 6h 30m | 4.86★ · 83 | Every day · 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Kayaking Motukorea / Browns Island, Auckland | NZ$ 195 per person | 4h | 5.00★ · 38 | Every day · 08:30 | English, Chinese |
| Auckland Night Kayaking: Sky Tower & Harbour Bridge Lights | NZ$ 145 per person | 2h 30m | 4.75★ · 28 | Every day except Tuesday · 19:00 and 19:30 | English, Chinese |
| Browns Island Sea Kayak Tour: Volcanic Island Wildlife | NZ$ 150 per person | 4h | 4.80★ · 10 | Every day · 10:00 | English |
| Kayaking Tiritiri Matangi Island: Native birds and island landing | NZ$ 265 per person | 6h–7h | 4.67★ only 3 reviews | Tue and Sun · 08:00 | English |
| Kayaking Waikato River glowworms from Auckland | NZ$ 530 per person | 8h–9h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Wed–Sun · 13:00 | English, Korean |
| Kayaking Cathedral Cove & Hot Water Beach, Coromandel | NZ$ 640 per person | 11h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Mon–Sat · 07:00 | English |
| Auckland Kayak Tour: City Skyline from the Water | NZ$ 145 per person | 2h 30m | — | Wed, Thu and Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 | English, Spanish |
Auckland Kayaking at a glance
- Our pick: Kayaking Rangitoto Island at sunset from Auckland, NZ$ 245 (6h 30m, 4.87★ · 179).
- Best value: Bioluminescence Kayaking in Auckland: Glowing Plankton, NZ$ 110 (2h, 4.98★ · 46).
- Most reviewed: Bioluminescence Kayak Tour Auckland: Night Paddle in Long Bay, NZ$ 119 (2h, 4.16★ · 205).
Real price per person across the 15 options: NZ$ 64–NZ$ 1,775 (median NZ$ 195). With 100+ reviews: 2 of 15.
Of the 15 options: 15 with free cancellation, 15 with instant confirmation, 6 with hotel pickup, 2 kid-friendly, 1 private and 10 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Real price per person: the group price divided by the seats it includes.
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