Browns Island Sea Kayak Tour from Auckland - 4 Hours
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August 2026
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What you can expect
Experience a four-hour kayaking experience from Auckland’s scenic St Heliers Beach to the uninhabited Browns Island (Motukorea). After a 30-minute safety briefing and gear setup, you’ll set off with your professional guide across the calm turquoise waters of the Waitemata Harbour. Glide past the golden sands of Gentleman’s and Ladies Bays, keeping an eye out for wildlife, including birds, dolphins, whales, or little blue penguins, as you make your way toward the island.
On arrival, spend an hour exploring this dormant volcanic cone, formed around 25,000 years ago. Wander grassy slopes, uncover fascinating geological features, and soak up panoramic views of the Hauraki Gulf. With its pristine environment and rich history, Browns Island is a haven for nature lovers, history enthusiasts, and photographers. The return paddle offers even more opportunities to enjoy the harbour scenery, rounding out a perfect day of exploration.
Location
What you need to know
- Two-hour and 30-minute kayak tour
- One hour island exploration
- 30-minute briefing
- Professional guide
- Kayak and equipment
- Personal flotation device (PFD)
- Available daily from 10am to 2pm.
- This experience is four hours in duration including a 30 minute briefing.
- This experience departs from St Heliers Beach Boat Ramp, located at 384 Tamaki Drive, St Heliers, Auckland 1071.
- Please wear warm, comfortable clothing and shoes
- Please don't wear jeans
- Sunglasses
- Daypack
- Rain gear
- Towel
- Water
- Hat
- Any personal medication
- Swimwear
- Maximum weight limit is 120kg
- Maximum of 16 participants
- In the event of rain or inclement weather you will be contacted by the provider and rescheduled
- Bookings are essential
- More than 1 months’ notice: 25% charge of contract
- Between 7-30 days’ notice: 50% charge of contract
- Less than 7 days’ notice: 75% charge of contract
- Less than 24 hours’ notice: 100% charge of contract
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
