Kayaking in New Zealand

 

Sea or fresh-water kayaking in New Zealand is a magical way of exploring the many thousands of kilometers of coast and internal water ways. The on-water perspective delivers you (or rather you power yourself) to off-the-grid places and little visited corners. Our selection of First Light Travel itineraries will steer you to some stunning kiwi Kayaking. 

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Wellington
22 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
Dorm Share

Across 3 action-packed weeks on two islands - you can hike, kayak, and cycle across this diverse land. There's also time for boat cruises and local culture. These small group New Zealand tours are just the ticket for those adventurous folk wanting to maximize their New Zealand experience.

SMALL GROUP FUN ADVENTURES

Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Christchurch
17 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
High-end hostel

Enjoy many highlights of the North & South Island during this 16 Day trip. Experience the Maori culture, enjoy stunning views and take part in one of the many optional activities. Hike the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, experience a Hobbiton Movie Set Tour or swim with dolphins or whales. If you are more into adrenaline, go skydiving or bungy jumping. 

18 to 39 y/o SMALL GROUP FUN ADVENTURES

Starts
Wellington
Finishes
Wellington
16 Days
Group Size
Max 20
Accom
Dorm Share

This adventure trip incorporates hiking, kayaking, cycling and even bungee jumping across a variety of landscapes including rainforests, glaciers and gorgeous coastline. Exciting even when you’re not moving, accommodations include a seasonal floating boat hostel and a wilderness hostel deep in the rainforest. Unique? You bet.

18 to 39 y/o SMALL GROUP FUN ADVENTURES

Now from $2721
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Was $2864
per person twin share
Starts
Queenstown
Finishes
Queenstown
14 Days
Group Size
Max 14
Accom
4 Star

This trip gets you off the beaten track in New Zealand's remote National Parks. You’ll hike, bike and kayak your way around the South Island, exploring places other visitors just don’t get to see. Hike on the best trails in New Zealand including Ben Lomond, Mueller Ridge and the Routeburn Track and enjoy unforgettable experiences like swimming with Dusky Dolphins in Kaikoura and cruising Milford Sound.

From $10799
per person twin share
Starts
Queenstown
Finishes
Queenstown
14 Days
Group Size
Max 14
Accom
3.5 Star

This flexible tour encompasses the very best of New Zealand's bucket list destinations, activities and experiences. Day walk in our most famous National Parks, marvel at New Zealand’s highest peaks, hike our Great Walks, get up close with unique wildlife, cruise Milford Sound, and enjoy a taste of real Kiwi life with the locals.  If this is going to be your one and only trip to New Zealand, this is the trip for you. 

From $12499
per person twin share
Starts
Auckland
Finishes
Auckland
8 Days
Group Size
Max 16
Accom
3 Star

With spectacular scenery ranging from bubbling mud pools to forest-lined rivers. This itinerary includes biking out to the mud pools and thermal waters of Hotwater Beach, hiking the Tongariro Crossing. Enjoy modern cuisine alongside a Maori Hangi dinner and some hot tub soaking and this is the perfect active introduction to New Zealand.

Starts
Queenstown
Finishes
Christchurch
8 Days
Group Size
Max 14
Accom
4 Star

We’ve cherry-picked the very best destinations, hikes and experiences in this unforgettable 8 day South Island adventure. Day walk on our legendary Great Walks, soar over peaks and valleys on a scenic plane flight deep into the New Zealand backcountry, cruise Milford Sound and swim with the smallest dolphins in the world. If you’re short on time or you’re just after the epic highlight reel, the Pure South is the perfect trip.

From $8999
per person twin share

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