Come explore the landmark of the Auckland region and see Auckland city from another perspective.
You kayak across the Waitemata harbour, meaning 'sparkling waters', where you may see wildlife such as Little Blue Penguins and Cooks Petrels.
On arrival at Rangitoto Island, which is the largest and youngest of Auckland's volcanoes, you will start the leisurely 1 hour walk to the summit. Walking up the pohutukawa-cloaked island gives you the chance to explore the baked scoria rocks which support over 200 different native trees and flowering plants. Upon reaching the top you will be treated to the finest 360 degree views that the Auckland region has to offer.
Posted By : TancyD
Awesome experience! Daniel our guide was fantastic! Very knowledgeable, helpful and reassuring. Told us everything we needed to know about paddling and safety before we set out, shared lots of interesting info on the walk to the summit of Rangitoto and cooked a fabulous lunch as well. Great support on the paddle home, offering extra technique tips and ongoing encouragement. Thoroughly recommend and definitely hope to do it again.
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Posted On : 2024-03-28 23:36:38 
Posted By : T2749HPjulier
Booking this trip was easy, with really good communication from the outset. My questions always answered by close of play that day
Meeting Chloe at the museum was very straightforward.
Such a friendly tour guide, the group were safe at all times. With a nice BBQ after the walk.
Thanks Chloe for a lovely day
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Posted On : 2024-03-08 20:49:37
Posted By : khalidai2018
Did the day tour to Rangitoto with Daniel, who was an amazing guide! He was knowledgeable and thoughtful and made sure we were all safe and knew how to properly operate our kayaks. The hike to the summit was incredible and the views were spectacular. Would definitely recommend this activity to anyone visiting Auckland!
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Posted On : 2024-02-19 22:19:48
Posted By : Kathleen_D
Eric, our leader, was just the right blend of friendly, organized, and safe. Not too chatty and not arrogant, like some adventure operators. The trip from St. Helier's Beach to Rangitoto was approximately 5K across a fairly busy channel but I never felt unsafe. The trek to the summit of the volcano was also very reasonable albeit, with locks of volcanic rock and tree roots. Definitely not an 'easy' walk for anyone with health challenges. Lunch, prepared by Eric was surprisingly delicious. Some of these lunches can be shoddy, but ours was perfect. Just enough food and well balanced.
Total day was about 7 hours (8:30 am - 3 pm) beginning to end. Just right for a day trip. We took an Uber to and from St. Helier's but pick-up and drop-off is also provided.
Phenomenal all around.
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Posted On : 2024-02-11 18:42:21 
Posted By : Henry_L
This tour was great exercise and a generally relaxing way to experience the waters and the island. The view from the top of the island was awesome, and the lunch was delicious. It was a great experience. Our tour guide, Chloe, was knowledgeable and great to lead this trip; we were in great hands. Thanks!
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Posted On : 2024-01-14 15:45:17
Posted By : Jen_C
Our guide, Chloe, was AMAZING! She is super friendly, helpful and knowledgeable giving us detailed information and instruction. It was a perfect day for kayaking and hiking. She even grilled us steaks for lunch! This excursion was well thought out due to the amount of activity required. The schedule of kayaking, hiking, lunch, kayaking allowed enough rest between upper body and lower body activities! It’s truly a day of physical activity combined with beautiful views. Our group was small and perfect allowing everyone to get to know each other too!
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Posted On : 2024-01-13 15:33:17
Posted By : Julie_W
This was a fantastic day, spectacular scenery from beginning to end. Really enjoyed the kayaking as well as the climb to the top of Rangitoto, the view was well worth the effort. Friendly guide who took good care of us. The only issue was the quality of the picnic lunch, which was not acceptable. I have been on other hiking/outdoor activities in New Zealand this trip, the picnic lunches have been delightful.
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Posted On : 2024-01-13 12:52:51
Posted By : Tgress93
We had a blast kayaking to rangitoto with Daniel. He was knowledgeable about water/sea kayaking safety and the island itself + just a pleasure to be around. It was the perfect day and full of laughs!
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Posted On : 2024-01-11 00:52:18
Posted By : Holly_B
Eric was a fun & knowledgeable guide. He explained the kayaking well and helped us with questions & concerns. The paddle to & from the island was a good workout, but fun & we had a lovely day of mostly still water. The hike to the volcano on Rangitoto was vigorous with lovely views of Auckland and the surrounding areas. The colors of the water, sky, island, & clouds were breathtaking! Our lunch was great & gave us the energy needed for the paddle back to shore. I highly recommend this adventure for those looking for some exercise & beautiful views.
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Posted On : 2024-01-04 14:48:28
Posted By : thursdayr2021
Great kayaking tour! Weather took a turn so we were guided to a small beach side along the coastline where we bbqed. Eric was super accommodating and super knowledgable about the area! Thanks again!
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Posted On : 2023-12-01 23:08:42
