Bay of Islands Kayaking Tour: Explore Waterfalls With Regular Summer Cruise Schedule

Join our Bay of Islands Kayaking Tour and explore stunning waterfalls. Regular summer cruise schedule with multiple departure times. Bring swimwear, towel, camera, and more!

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 1 Tau Henare Drive - While kayaking guests can explore up close, paddle through mangrove forests or photograph a colony of sea birds that nest in trees hanging over the river, onto our final destination, where a waterfall drops into the sea. We are mindful that not everyone in your family may be confident to kayak. Our Safety vessel is…
What's Included
  • Local expert guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup
  • Hotel drop-off
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Standard Summer Timetable:
10am, 1pm & 4pm.
Schedules are subject to change; please verify.
While your Kayaking/Paddleboarding experience is typically dry, it is recommended to carry a towel and an extra set of attire or opt for swim attire (the allure of the waterfall may tempt you closer than expected). Don’t forget to pack a cozy coat, photography…

Location
Waitangi Wharf
Te Karuwha Parade
Please go over the waitangi bridge & turn right - right next to the wharf has lots of car parking (before the yacht club)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Suenandy1983
Mar 23, 2026
Morning kayak to Haruru Falls - Great trip from Opua wharf to the Haruru falls. Clint was a great guide with local history and tales. Easy paddle even for a novice kayaker. Would do it again.
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Susan_f
Mar 23, 2026
Kayaking Fun - Beautiful day even though it was a bit overcast-I actually think that made for great viewing! Clint was a delightful guide and pointed out lots of the natural beauty and gave a wonderful history. Highly recommend!
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882sharyns
Mar 14, 2026
Great morning out on the water - The trip was lovely and lots of fun. Dan, the tour guide was very friendly and knowledgable abouit the area. The kyaks were easy to use and the boat ride was smooth. Highly recommend.
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Martin_r
Feb 26, 2026
Kayaking at its best. - 2.5 hours well spent. Good kit great guides. A perfect morning, going right up to the falls was amazing. With a mix up in timings, they tried every method to contact me in good time, to sort. Great company would recommend to anyone. 5 🌟
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Srinivasant2019
Feb 6, 2026
Thrilling, Safe, and Perfect for Families! - One of the best tours I’ve ever done! The experience was thrilling yet felt completely safe thanks to the amazing crew. The support boat was always nearby, helping my family when we got tired so we could rest and recharge before continuing. A perfect mix of adventure, care, and professionalism — highly recommended!
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Jamie_c
Jan 8, 2026
Beautiful and fun experience - Loved this! Was really fun and our Canadian guide was so sweet and took our 10 year old daughter with him on the kayak. Definitely bring a towel and a jacket for chilly days!
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Leanne_v
Jan 5, 2026
Picturesque Adventure - Beautiful location. We were novice kayakers, & the guide provided clear instructions. This tour requires a medium to high fitness ability as it's a long paddle to get to the waterfall & back. We didn't make it all the way, probably only 1/3 of the way, when we got on the boat
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Kiah_l
Dec 31, 2025
Great tour! - We had a wonderful time kayaking along the river. The views were gorgeous and we really appreciated the tour guides explaining the historical and cultural significance of spots along the way. The waterfall was gorgeous. We will remember this tour for a long time! Thank you to the guides who made our experience so wonderful!
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Roger
Mar 4, 2026
Waterfall kayak tour - It was definitely a 5. Dan and Clint were just fantastic. Wonderful experience and because I am an old timer they took great care of me. I would recommend this experience to anyone.
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Jgeorge
Dec 19, 2025
Hard work (for an oldie!) but worth it! - Enjoyed the trip. Professional and safety aware company. We soon got used to the techniques needed for kayaking, easily learned. Good experience. Didn't really get close to mangroves but did see some birdlife. Best bit was getting up close to the Haruru Falls. Three or four stopping points for history and explanations. Definitely a worthwhile experience and would recommend.
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