Canoe & Kayak North Shore

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1. Yuchen Zheng ★★★★★

   We had an amazing experience on the Bioluminescence Kayak Tour. Our guide was incredibly professional, friendly, and attentive, making sure every beginner felt safe and comfortable on the water. We were very lucky to be out on a night with stunning bioluminescence. Every paddle stroke lit up the water with a beautiful blue glow. With a full moon shining above us, it truly became an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended!

   almost 3 months ago
2. Houdini Boudini ★★☆☆☆

   The experience left me feeling disappointed as nothing was blue as shown on photos and images. It was a case of over sell and under deliver, some kind of disclaimer needs to added to the experience stating that everynight is different and that some nights you might see only tiny sparkles in the water if you thrash your hands around in the water. I would not do again and definitely would not recommend to anyone seeking a bioluminescence experience. Great as a night kayak experience but not as a bioluminescence one.

   almost 5 months ago
3. Carma Simonsen ★★★★★

   Fantastic and magical experience! These tour guides know their stuff and took great care to make sure we all had a safe and memorable night kayaking tour in waters where bioluminescent marine life can be found. Don't waste time trying to photograph the elusive sparks and glows in the dark - just take it in, be present, and you'll feel the happiness and cherish the memories. Look up and enjoy the stars, too! I recommend reading and following their recommendations - they know how to take care of their customers, if you take the time to do a little reading and packing in advance. The general meeting location was Waiake Beach - worth going early and spending time there to enjoy tidal pools and unique coastal scenery. Around 2pm the specific meeting location was communicated, and it was not far away - Long Bay Regional Park, which is also a lovely place to relax and take a nap before a night paddling expedition. I am a novice at kayaking, this was only my second time, and the my first was over a decade ago. The guide's lessons were all I needed to paddle and steer, I was able keep up. Most of our group were inexperienced, and we all had a great time!

   1 year ago

1. Denise H ★★★★★

   Wow! I had an amazing time on this trip with our guides Paul and Peter. For starters, anyone who might not have experience being on the water or being a proficient swimmer, you can be assured that this company has plans in place to assist you. Once the safety talk was completed, we headed to the water and boy did we see a lot of bioluminescence. It was a beautiful night on the water.

   1 year ago
2. Wei Yuen Loo ★★★★★

   Awesome experience, learned heaps on safety and paddling techniques over the course of just two mornings. Peter is a fantastic instructor, and it was great fun going out on the Okura river with club member this morning.

   almost 2 years ago
3. Sybrand van Schalkwyk ★★★★★

   Learn to Kayak course was fantastic. We learnt so much and had a great day in a safe environment. Ruben the instructor was excellent and patiently took us through the stroke and rescue techniques. Many thanks, highly recommended.

   almost 3 years ago

1. Rosina Vea ★★★★★

   Awesome experience! I went on a bioluminescence kayak tour in Okura. Loved learning about the areas history and most of all the bioluminescence was so awesome to see ! The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. Will book a kayaking tour again !

   almost 3 years ago
2. Masha Broadbent ★★★★★

   We had a great experience! Our tour guide was very friendly and experienced, he knew all the best places to watch the luminescence algae. The whole trip was truly magical! Highly recommend!

   almost 3 years ago
3. Tom Brown ★★★★★

   Can't compliment the staff enough. Very knowledgeable and even took the time to ask about our day and other hobbies. The staff member we spoke to made the decision easy and offered so much advice. Picked up a ProFish 400. Will definitely be back for some other odds and ends.

   almost 5 years ago

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