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Kayaking & Canoeing

Kayaking & Canoeing is a very popular Adventure Sport in New Zealand. Kayaking & Canoeing are popularly named as Paddling. Many people from different parts of the world get attracted to New Zealand because of Kayaking & Canoeing and Other Adventure Sports.

About Kayaking & Canoeing

Kayaking is a thrilling Outdoor Recreational Activity in New Zealand. Though it is often confused with Canoeing, there are a number of differences between Kayaking & Canoeing. The main difference lies in the number of blades in the paddle and the sitting position of the paddler. Different types of Kayaks are used in New Zealand which include air-filled (inflatable) kayaks and sit-on-top kayaks.

Kayaking & Canoeing In New Zealand

Kayaking & Canoeing in New Zealand is an admired Adventure Sport and takes many forms such as Ocean Kayaking and Whitewater Kayaking. Whitewater Kayaking entails navigating a kayak down torrents. Following are the common categories of kayaking in New Zealand :

  • Slalom
  • Polo
  • Surf
  • Whitewater
  • Light touring/day tripping
  • Touring/expedition
  • General recreation
  • Sprint/racing

Kayaks in New Zealand are made of Fiberglass, Metal, Plastic, Wood, Fabrics and Air-Filled Fabrics like Rubber or PVC. Kayaks are available in different designs such as cockpit style and sit on tops with Spray Skirts and Spray Decks. There are Tandem Kayaks and Inflatable Kayaks as well. Aside from kayaking, Kayaks are used for Other Adventure Sports.

Kayaking & Canoeing Operators In New Zealand

If you are interested to take part in Kayaking & Canoeing in New Zealand, then you can visit or contact the following operators :

New Zealand Sea Kayak Adventures - Paihia

New Zealand Sea Kayak Adventures organizes Sea Kayaking Trips in The Bay of North Island and The Bordering Outer Shoreline. The organization conducts both Specialized Tours and Standard Tours. Costs range from NZD 800.00 to NZD 1,500.00. The company offers Exotic Meals and Kayaking Equipments to the interested participants. Both personalized trips and 3 / 6 Day Kayak Tours are available.
Tel: +64 9 402 8596

New Zealand Kayak School - Murchison

New Zealand Kayak School is a leading Whitewater Kayaking Training provider in New Zealand. It also organizes kayaking trips at affordable rates. Rates for these trips start from NZD 175.00. It is an award winning institution.

The Sea Kayak Company - Motueka

The Sea Kayak Company organizes and offers a number of Kayaking Tours. Both Independent and Customized Kayaking Tours are available. You can also take pleasure by visiting The Abel Tasman National Park. Prices start from NZD 95.00.
Tel: +64 3 528 7251

Sea Kayaking New Zealand - Christchurch

Sea Kayaking New Zealand is a division of Natural High. It was founded in 1996. The agency provides an outstanding variety of Sea Kayaking Trips across New Zealand. Both Guided and Customized Tours are available. Prices start from NZD 220.00. Catered Camping and Guided Walk are added features.
Tel: +64 3 982 2966

New Zealand provides a Top Notch Variety of Kayaking & Canoeing trips on Rivers, Lakes and The Sea to fit all degrees of Self-Assurance and Skills.



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