About this Event
Come and explore the rohe moana of Te Waiariki/Ngati Korora with Experiencing Marine Reserves in partnership with Pacific Coast kayaks. We are running our second Dual Kayak and Snorkel Day at Pataua Estuary. Join us for a day of guided kayaking with Pacific Coast Kayaks, and snorkelling with our experienced volunteer guides. Fun for the whole whānau. Koha - donations are appreciated.
Pre-Registrations are essential for both kayaking and snorkelling. Minimum age for kayaking is 7 and for snorkelling it is 5. Please note that kayaking and snorkelling do not depart together - they are separate activities.
This event is funded by Ministry for the Environment through Our Wai Connection Project.
Please email [email protected] if you are a Whangarei local to gain early access to the kayaking registration.
When: Saturday 21st December 2024.
Sessions are:
Kayaking time slots (pre-registration essential)
There will be 16x hire spots for each time slot. Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time to get your lifejacket fitted dressed, and ready to go.
Slot 1: 9.30am
Slot 2: 11.00am
Slot 3: 1.00pm
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Snorkelling time slots (pre-registration essential)
There will be 24x hire spots for each time slot. Please arrive 15 minutes before your start time to allow time to get snorkel equipment fitted.
Slot 1: 9.30am
Slot 2: 11.00am
Slot 3: 1.00pm
You are welcome to register for both kayaking and snorkelling but please make sure to book in different time slots for each activity.
What to Bring: Footwear for kayaking, Togs for Snorkelling, Spare change of clothes. Sunglasses, hat and sunscreen. Short trousers.
Lifejackets and kayaks are provided by Pacific Coast Kayaks.
All snorkelling gear is provided for free, including a wetsuit, mask, snorkel and fins.(welcome to bring your own)
Where: 904 Pataua South (by the footbridge)Whangarei.
You will see the Mountains To Sea gazebo set-up as well as an teardrop flag!
Cancellation Policy:
You will be emailed a reminder 7 days prior to the event to confirm your attendance. If you are no longer able to attend please cancel/refund your ticket so it may be used by other attendees.
We require cancellation at least 48 hours before the start of the event in case you are no longer able to attend the event. The Mountains to Sea Conservation Trust - Experiencing Marine Reserves programme reserves the right to charge a fee for any 'no shows' for events requiring bookings that are free such as this Kayak Day. This is because late cancellations or 'no shows' affect our ability to offer free events like this in the future!
Experiencing Marine Reserves runs a series of free and subsidised events throughout the year - we rely on your support to make them happen. We appreciate donations, either cash/eftpos on the day, online or by giving a koha of your time volunteering at a future event.
If you are unwell or isolating please do not attend this event.
FAQs
Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?
EMR has a minimum age of 7 years for kayaking/paddleboarding. If your child is under the age of 15 an adult participant has to accompany that child in the kayak to ensure adequate ratios.
What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?
There is parking available on the gravel carpark at the reserve by the footbridge
How can I contact the organiser with any questions?
You can email the organiser Tracey at [email protected] 027 8230299
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
904 Pataua South Road, 904 Pataua South Road, Pataua South, New Zealand
NZD 0.00