Passeio de caiaque e safári em Akaroa

The tour was amazing! We saw the Akaroa landscape and went kayaking in Flea Bay. We saw blue penguins and many seals in the bay, and finally, a penguin nest up on the cliff.

This trip was led by Kevin. On the way to Flea Bay, we had a brief stop to overlook Akaroa from a high vantage point, and Kevin introduced us to the local history and natural landscape, which was very interesting! The kayaking trip in Flea Bay was relaxed and enjoyable under Kevin's guidance. Along the way, we saw rich natural scenery, as well as penguins, seals, and various birds. It was excellent value for money!

Our guides, Ben and Maddie, were very patient and professional. They were highly knowledgeable about the area and explained all aspects of sea kayaking to us. We saw little penguin eggs and seals on rocks, plus the bonus of spotting Hector's dolphins. Make sure to bring a waterproof pouch to take pictures.

Great kayak trip! Our guide, Kevin, was fantastic—truly passionate about sharing the history of Akaroa and the reserve. The trip was well arranged, and we were lucky to see both seals and penguins along the way.

It was a very interesting activity. It was a very meaningful time as we got to see wildlife and hear various stories about Akaroa. To be honest, we were quite worried because we had never kayaked before. It would be a lie to say it wasn't tiring, but if you are a woman not used to rowing, it can be quite difficult, so be prepared 🤣😂. If two women come, it will be tough ㅠㅠ. One of the two should be a strong person, haha. Also, for those not fluent in English, listening might be difficult, but the guide was so kind that we had a fun and safe time. (+ A tip: make sure to bring a waterproof pouch to hang around your neck and take lots of photos! We came in a hurry and couldn't bring one, so we don't have many videos or photos from kayaking ㅠㅠ)

The activities were fulfilling, and the penguins and seals were adorable! The strait is beautiful – definitely worth visiting again. For those without a car, you can take the Akaroa day bus, which only runs once a day (you can buy tickets on the bus company's website or pay the driver cash). We were driven there by a friend and only took the bus for the return journey.

Canoeing offers participants an excellent opportunity to connect with nature. Paddling in a canoe allows you to admire picturesque lakes and mountains, the azure sea, or pleasant rivers. This intimate contact with nature brings a sense of tranquility, relaxation, and comfort, while also allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the natural environment.

Saw seals, super cute! It's an activity that requires some physical effort, and we also saw blue penguins. The scenery is incredibly beautiful, highly recommended! Worth it.

We did the tour and kayaking on an unseasonably hot day. We were first brought high up on the mountains on a 4WD which included stops at lookouts and brief introduction of the local fauna. We were then driven to the penguin sanctuary where we changed into kayaking suits provided. A short walk away is the beach where we received instructions on how to kayak. We then have to carry the kayaks down from a perch all the way across the rocky beach into the water. That was the hardest part as the kayak was soooooo heavy. My female friend and I tried our best and really couldn't carry more than a few unsteady steps before we had to drop the kayak. The guide ended up helping us and we half dragged the kayaks into the water. The kayaking itself was ok, we went along the coast and spotted some animals including wild penguins. The kayaking distance was long enough that our arms were v tired by the end of it. My back hurt too as it was tiring to sit straight the whole time so I tried leaning against the back, but there's no cushioning so I ended up with a bruise along my spine. The worst part was having to carry the kayaks back up when we were already so tired 😢 Our clothes was also slightly wet despite the kayaking skirt, so bring a change of clothes. There was a rush to leave on the same car with another tour group, so we only had a short glance and introduction of a penguin's nest they made. Overall, I'm glad that the money we paid went to the penguin sanctuary instead of just a regular tour operator, but the kayaking was way more physically exhausting than expected so be prepared, and I won't recommend to people without good physique.

Geweldige ervaring. Het was echt gaaf om de prachtige uitzichten te zien, de chauffeur-gids wist zoveel over vogels, waar ik ook super enthousiast over ben! Het kajakken was leuk, ik wou wel dat ik de ochtendtocht had gedaan, want 's middags waren er wat grotere golven en voelde ik me een beetje zeeziek, maar in de boot viel het gelukkig mee. We zagen Nieuw-Zeelandse pelsrobben, een bonte scholekster, pinguïns, aalscholvers en een flink aantal andere vogels!