Discover the hidden gems and amazing sealife of Pohatu Marine Reserve by Sea Kayak!
Our guide Joey she is amazing and passionate and we saw lots of wildlife, including the smallest dolphins, which is not guaranteed (depending on your luck). Thank you Joey!
Thank you Benoit and your team for this day, this experience, and all the explanations. By the way, you contribute to taking care of the penguins. If the weather it’s not ok they will tell you so go ahead 🤗
The tour was fun, the guide was clear and interesting, and the equipment was safe and well-prepared. Highly recommended!
We had a great morning on the Kayak tour. Our guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. We saw lots of seals, birdlife and penguins. A really great tour.
Hi Hannah, Thank you for your great feedback and having joined us on our Early bird kayaking safari. Always happy to share our part of New Zealand, so glad to hear you had fun. Kindly, Kevin.
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Regina from New Zealand wrote on 08 January 2026
Must-do family experience in Akaroa
A wonderful family experience in Akaroa! The sea kayaking was a good adventure, with beautiful views and friendly, knowledgeable guides who made us feel safe and welcome. Seeing the fur seals and pōhatu (little blue penguins) in their natural habitat was truly special, especially for the kids. Well organised, relaxed, and very respectful of wildlife. Highly recommended for families visiting Akaroa 🛶🐧