4 WD Pohatu Sea Kayaking Safari Package

This trip can be mind blowing in the right sea conditions. The outer coast of Pohatu Marine Reserve is spectacular with towering sea cliffs sculpted through the ages by the sea into rock stacks, reefs, and deep sea caves. Flea Bay Island and the impressive island arch make an added exciting attraction.

Even if the outer coast is too rough for kayaking the sheltered bay has a lot to offer. Pohatu/ Flea Bay is home to seals that can almost always be seen lounging on the rocks or swimming nearby. During the breeding or moulting season penguins are often found sitting in and around rock crevices, or maybe swimming out on the water of the bay. Often Hectors Dolphins join us and swim along with the kayaks.

Kayak hire is open when at least the sheltered bay can be kayaked.

Experience is not necessary, trips may be accompanied free of charge.

Sea Kayak hire: There are two Sea Kayak options.

Option one:
Option one includes pick-up at Akaroa, spectacular Scenic 4 WD safari to Pohatu with photo stop opportunities. Depending on weather conditions and time spent out on the water some more features of the Scenic Nature Tour can also be included. To book a Sea Kayaking safari ph 033048552 before 8 30 am of the day you wish to come to assure a trip can safely run.

$75 per person. Child 12 years and under $60

Group or Family for Sea Kayaking safari package:
Group or family concession 4 persons or more $60 each

Option two:
The road to Pohatu is a steep and narrow shingle road and recommended for 4 WD vehicles only. ph 033048552 before 8 30 am the morning you wish to come to assure weather and sea conditions are suitable.

Kayak Hire:
$20 per person to kayak the bay to heads (up to 2 hours)
$30 per person for full Marine Reserve to boundaries and island (2 ½ to 3 hours)

Things to bring: Bring a change of clothing as sometimes clothing can get quite damp despite the use of our quality provided spray jackets and decks. Bring some food and a drink.