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Goat Island Marine Reserve Clearyak Experience: View Diverse Marine Life Through Glass Canoe
4.9
57 Ratings
Leigh
Paddle your 100% glass canoe over stunningly clear waters where you’ll see a variety of fish swimming just below your Clearyak at Goat Island Marine Reserve, a popular tourist destination in New Zealand.
Paddle your 100% glass canoe over stunningly clear waters where you’ll see a variety of fish swimming just below your Clearyak at Goat Island Marine Reserve, a popular tourist destination in New Zealand.
Duration:
1 hour
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Goat Island Marine Reserve - Our team can be found on the beach beneath the Pohutukawa tree at Goat Island. You can park at the hilltop and take a brief walk down. Alternatively, use the loading zone to drop off passengers at the bottom of the hill before parking at the top.
- Goat Island Marine Reserve - Our team can be found on the beach beneath the Pohutukawa tree at Goat Island. You can park at the hilltop and take a brief walk down. Alternatively, use the loading zone to drop off passengers at the bottom of the hill before parking at the top.
What's Included
- All equipment provided
- All equipment provided
What's Not Included
- You will get wet up to your knees, so bring a towel and possibly a change of trousers/shorts.
- Bring warm clothes and a jacket if the weather is cool.
- You will get wet up to your knees, so bring a towel and possibly a change of trousers/shorts.
- Bring warm clothes and a jacket if the weather is cool.
Additional Information
- No previous kayak experience is required
- One person in each kayak does need to be able to swim 20+ metres
- Minimum age 3 years old. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult in the kayak.
- Weight limit 100kg per person or 200kg total per Clearyak
- Clearyak is suitable in all tides
- Customers must check their email including…
- No previous kayak experience is required
- One person in each kayak does need to be able to swim 20+ metres
- Minimum age 3 years old. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult in the kayak.
- Weight limit 100kg per person or 200kg total per Clearyak
- Clearyak is suitable in all tides
- Customers must check their email including spam & our top website banner in the morning of your experience.
- Not recommended for travelers with a condition that may be worsened when paddling
Location
150 Goat Island Road
Goat Island Road
Our team will be set up on the beach of Goat Island Marine Reserve, Leigh.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(57 Ratings)
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Majidg2025
Jan 8, 2025
Good company and respectful, responsible - very good , kind and responsible persons , nice explanation, on time , helpful, l would like to go again and will recommen to others
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Natasha_k
Jan 7, 2025
Amazing! - The weather was perfect and we had an amazing time out on the water. If I had realised how much we would enjoy this I would have booked for longer! Can't wait to do it again!
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Passport67314877356
Nov 24, 2024
Wonderful experience - I had the most incredible experience with Goat Island Clear Kayak! From start to finish, everything was perfectly organized and exceeded my expectations. The clear kayaks provide a unique and mesmerizing view of the water below, making it feel like you’re floating on air. The staff was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a safe and enjoyable adventure.
The scenery was breathtaking, and the opportunity to connect with nature in such a unique way was unforgettable. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced kayaker, this is an activity you can’t miss. I highly recommend Goat Island Clear Kayak for anyone looking for a memorable outdoor experience. I’ll definitely be back!
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426jaellec
Nov 13, 2024
Great waters, great service! - Amazingly clear water and beautiful scenes. Unfortunately we were unable to spot any sting rays but the guy organizing the kayaks went out of his way to try and help us locate them. Very friendly and all in all great experience!
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Leesaj73
Nov 12, 2024
“Must do” experience! - It was absolutely fantastic!! I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would highly recommend it to anyone. A great way to experience Goat Island Marine Reserve.
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Jan
Nov 11, 2024
Amazing - We were so lucky to meet dolphins, that swam around the canoe for a couple of minutes 🤩
Amazing experience!
Also: friendly staff.
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Annadb4489ai
Oct 1, 2024
Great Bonus to a Great Day - The water was so clear, and the kayak was well-maintained with no scratches, so I could see all the fishes hiding in the kelp forests. Kip, who was in charge of carrying out all the kayaks and running all the business aspects, gave me great advice on where to paddle to find the best sea life viewing areas. He need a raise 😁 Overall, it was a great bonus to a beautiful beach day.
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Sightsee10075705655
Sep 28, 2024
Great experience - Amazing - we had an incident where the kayak started to get water in, but Kip was fantastic and came out to assist us on his paddle board and took us back to shore safely…
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Sunshine57487282286
Jan 10, 2025
Clear waters - This was great there were so many fish and I enjoyed it so much when the water was warm you could relax and not be miserable the guides helped at the start
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68haleyg
Jan 16, 2025
Bit disappointed - It was not what I expected.
The clearyak was cool but quite unstable. Waters are clear enough best to take your own kayak and just look over the side. Not allowed to paddle around island only where they can see you from the beach . Very packed with people and snorkelers to navigate around.
Saw 3 snapper and a small stingray.
Can see lots of snapper for free at onetai bay urupukapuka Island at the wharf and can buy fish food as a voluntary fish reserve there.
Even though clearyak accommodated us running late due to vehicle problems not worth $130 couple . Beautiful water and part of the country.
Place was Soo packed cars and caravans lining side of the rd. Down to single lane traffic to get in.
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