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Bay Of Islands Kayak Cruises

9c Yorke rd, Paihia 0204, New Zealand
09 4028555
Ranked #3 of 28 tours in Paihia
5.0 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Boat Tours
Owner description: Tay and Ruby offer new products for up to 14 people.· 1. Afternoon Cruise & Kayak - Departure is from Paihia wharf at 4pm, followed by a 40 minute...... more » Owner description: Tay and Ruby offer new products for up to 14 people.· 1. Afternoon Cruise & Kayak - Departure is from Paihia wharf at 4pm, followed by a 40 minute informative nature Cruise along the Paihia coastline and up the Waitangi river, once in the calm clients transfer to kayaks to explore up close the river, and the waterfall. Departs from Paihia wharf at 4pm. Returns at 7pm. · 2. The Night Safari - Similar to the 1st cruise but with ta more adventurous thrill of paddling up to or under the flod lit waterfalls at night. Cruises are at times when nature comes alive with a sunsets, millions of stars, moreporks & kiwi calls, and glowing bioluminescence. Depart Paihia wharf 7.30pm. Returns at 9.30pm. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2012

This was such a great experience. Being our first time kayaking it was nice having the boat near as it made us feel more confident. We are now much more confident kayakers! Thanks so much Taylor for teaching us how to kayak! P.s. definitely the best sunset we have seen! More

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Sydney, Australia
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2012
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Taylor and Ruby are the most sweetest people who have started this business this summer. And good on them! They offer a really personal services, are so enthusiastic and so helpful. We had an absolute laugh of an afternoon, it probably helped with some of the people on the same tour as us. All mad hatters! We fell in, cap-sized,... More

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Leicester, England, United Kingdom
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2012
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person found this review helpful

I met the boys on the Jetty and they asked me if I would like to tag along. I did and am glad I went. We started with a relaxing boat cruise and took in the amazing scenery around the bay. After we Kayaked up towards the waterfall where we jumped into the water and climbed up a waterfall. The... More

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Paihia, New Zealand
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2012
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Great fun,great value and such an Amazing experience under the stars ever for some one who grew up in Northland. Thanks Richie More

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Paihia, null, New Zealand
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012
2
people found this review helpful

Beach Cleanup, that sounds like hard work and not a lot of fun.... Totally different!! It was by far one of the best days out in the bay if islands i`ve ever had. we were an small group of people and went to amazing remote beaches picking up rubbish and washed up stuff. it was like doing a beachwalk with... More

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Kerikeri, Northland, New Zealand
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 18, 2012
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We took the night kayaking cruise, and it was amazing! Lovely sunset, calm waters, and just an overall great night!!!! Would love to do it again soon! More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 17, 2012
2
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Most cruises in NZ are around the $100 mark or more, this tour represents excellent value and offers lots of WOW FACTOR! Paddling in the white water at night time under the spot litten waterfall was a highlight, crew friendly, and the support vessel was excellent - all our group enjoyed themselves - perfect for all experiences. Thanks Taylor More

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Mahtomedi, Minnesota
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 10, 2012
2
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This is a must for anyone backpacking. You go bungy jumping in qweenstown, luge in Rotorua, and when your in the bay of islands you go night kayaking. I have a backpackers budget so this was a must for me. This trip is all the adventure with a price that's easy to handle. The trip was perfect for me because... More

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Auckland Central, New Zealand
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2012
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After finding out about "The Night Safari" trip from a local booking office my wife and i were really excited to take our granddaughter on a boat cruise and teach her how to kayak at the same time. While traveling up the amazing calm waters of the Waitangi river on the purpose built boat, "Night Rider", Taylor, the owner &... More

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London
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012
3
people found this review helpful

Kayaking with a difference: the owners of the business, a young couple called Taylor and Ruby, have discovered a gap in the market and have created a unique product. They pick you up in a boat and ferry you a few miles upstream before unpacking the kayaks and letting you loose in the water. There is plenty of scope to... More

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