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Kayaking Trips - staff activities Auckland New Zealand

We offer several trips:
Paddle to the Pub, Sea Kayak Day Trip to Rangitoto, or Night Kayak to Brown's / Motukorea Island.
We also have kayak trips available in Tauranga and Rotorua.

Paddle to the Pub - fun staff event

Our most popular kayaking trip! The perfect trip for groups and novices, this trip is very scenic, sheltered and it is usually not difficult to motivate people when the word "pub" is involved!

Being close to Auckland, sheltered and with varied scenery, we highly recommend this trip. Paddling time is 1-1.5 hours at an easy pace.

You get to choose from 2 kayaking trips, either meander your way along the Puhoi River (trip starts and finishes at Wendaholm Regional Park), to the Puhoi Pub. Or cruise up the Rangitopuni Creek (trip starts and finishes at Herald Island), to the Riverhead Tavern.

Food can be ordered at the pub which you can enjoy while drinking an ale or two.

The trip can be run after work, during the day or at weekends, but is high-tide dependent. They can also be run as a one-way trip for those groups who want to stay on at the pub. Just remember, if your doing a return trip, don't drink too much at the pub to avoid becoming a "D-I-C-K" on the way home - Drunk In Charge of Kayak!!

Safety is our first concern. All trips are guided with the emphasis on enjoying the beauty of nature and the coastlines. No experience is needed!

There is no guarantee on good weather. Sometimes, for your safety, trips will need to be postponed due to weather conditions.

A fun event as a Christmas activity as it provides a bit of a challenge, but one that all your staff could manage - we also have a mix of single and double kayaks so if there is some not-so-confident people they can double with a guide or team member.

Because the paddling is done in the same direction as the tide current, it doesnt require too much exertion and the break at the pub in the middle provides time for everyone to socialise together.

Sea Kayak Day Trip to Rangitoto

Experience superb 360 degree views of Auckland and the Hauraki Gulf from the top of volcanic Rangitoto Island after a sea kayak crossing from St Heliers Beach.

The trip across from St Heliers Beach takes one to one and a half hours at a cruisy pace. You will explore some of the volcanic coastline of the island before landing for morning tea. Walk to the top of the island for lunch (BYO). Depending on time, the walk back can include a side trip through the lava caves.

With knowledgeable, experienced guides to look after you, you'll really enjoy this adventure. Discover fantastic sea kayaking destinations right on Auckland's doorstep that rivals those in other parts of New Zealand.

Night Kayak to Browns / Motukorea Island

Summer time... long twilights... sunsets... and a spectacular panorama of the Auckland Harbour. Watch the sun set from the summit of Browns Island (Motukorea) and enjoy a picnic supper on the summit. Paddling at night is an amazing experience and the city lights create a magical backdrop as you quietly paddle home. An evening you'll always remember.

This trip runs during daylight savings months.

These events are suitable for groups of 4-16 people - larger groups can be accomodated with notice

On all kayaking trips we provide:
• qualified guides
• well-maintained, comfortable and stable two-person and single sea kayaks
• life-jackets
• weatherproof kayaking jackets
• bags for cameras
• all safety equipment
• safety briefings and instruction

Paddle to the Pub:
Location: Auckland - start at Wendaholm Park or Herald Island.

Time required is normally 5 hours. This allows 1-1.5hrs for paddling either way, plus some 'down' time at the pub to relax and have a drink or bite to eat.

Sea Kayak to Rangitoto Island :

Location: Auckland Harbour - start at St Heliers Beach.

Time required is normally 7 hours, from 9.30am-4.30pm.
This allows 1-1.5hrs for paddling either way, plus time to check out the volcanic coastline, land for morning tea, walk to the summit for lunch overlooking the harbour (BYO packed lunch), and depending on time, a side trip through the lava caves on the walk back to the kayaks.

Prices may vary but start at $175.00 per person.

Night Kayak to Browns / Motukorea Island:

Location: Auckland Harbour - start at St Heliers Beach.

Time required is normally 5 hours, from 6pm-11pm.
This allows 1-1.5hrs for paddling either way, plus time to walk to the summit for a light supper picnic overlooking the harbour.

This trip runs during daylight savings months.

Prices may vary but start at $135.00 per person.

How do I get more information about a Kayak event for my business?

NB. We also have kayak trips available in Rotorua and Tauranga.

Use the contact form to give us some details of the date you want and the number of people. We will get back to you to confirm availability of the date and discuss the finer details. You can call us on 0800 200 204 or click here to email us.