Guided Sunset Evening Classic

Guaranteed viewing of Fur Seals and surreal visuals of the seaward Kaikōura Mountains as the light changes towards the end of the day.

Watch seals dive and manoeuvre around and under your kayak as the sunsets, paddle with them as they swim around the Peninsula hunting for octopus!

Along your way keep an eye out for Blue Penguins or Albatross then have chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins.

Using only top of the line real sea kayaks be ready for a true kiwi experience you won't forget!

The Kayak's are enclosed, safe, stable, easily steered using a rudder, while fast on the water and you will stay warm and dry.

Our qualified and experienced local guides will paddle you through areas used years ago by local Maori and early whalers as you watch the light change and the day draws to an end.

The Sunset Evening Classic sea kayak tour is the real deal and is suitable for age's 3 years plus and we cater for all abilities, no experience is needed as our guides will teach you all you need to know. Families, individuals and groups are most welcome! 

Don't forget your camera for sunset shots and to capture marine life encounters.

The Sunset Evening Classic departs at 4:30pm. Allow 3 to 3.5 hours for this tour.

We look forward to paddling with you on Kaikōura Kayaks famous "Sunset Evening Classic" tour while viewing the marine life and promise that it will leave a lifetime impression...

Please note: The "Sunset Evening Classic" is only available during daylight savings: September - April departs daily at 4:30 pm. We run a 3:30pm departure until the end of April.

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Google review -  March 2026

Unforgettable! We had a brilliant time out with the very capable & knowledgeable Loz & Holt! We learnt so much about the seals, dolphins, birds! We were spoilt with dusky dolphins frolicking around us after 30 mins of fierce paddling Then we watched seals lounging and coughing up on the rocks. We were very lucky to even see a couple of royal spoonbills!! As we were heading back in to boat ramp, I also spotted a giant sting ray! Mother Nature was very kind and offered so much wildlife. Highly recommended tour! Thoroughly enjoyed the workout and the sightings. Oh and the sunset was superb too, added bonus!