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Beach in Queen Charlotte Sound

Sea kayaking in Queen Charlotte Sound

Beach in Queen Charlotte Sound

This one day sea kayaking adventure takes groups of no more than eight paddlers out toward the southern end of the Queen Charlotte Sound. You and your guide will paddle to secluded coves and sheltered beaches while also learning about the wildlife and history of the Sounds.

Morning tea is taken on one of the sandy shores, then another relaxed paddle will take you deeper into the tranquil, bush-clad hills. A stop for lunch includes plenty of time for swimming or a short bush walk, and your guide will happily entertain you with stories of the fascinating history, wildlife and Māori legends of the area. You follow the gentle shoreline, watching out for nesting shags, as you make your way back into Picton.

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You can enjoy this activity as part of the suggested tours below, or we can weave it into a trip shaped entirely around you.

Just as your trip is individual to you, so is the price. All the itineraries on our website are just ideas, there to inspire, and we show prices to give you an indication of costs as you’re planning. You can read how we calculate our prices and what they include on our pricing page.