Half day kayaking on Charlotte Sound. - Great morning on the water in kayaks immersed in the wonder of Charlotte Sound. Madison our guide was great. She shared a real understanding of the local nature and culture. Excellent equipment and organisation. Really enjoyed the experience. Thank you.

Very well organized kayak... - Very well organized kayak tour with a very knowledgeable guide. Having a 100 character minimum for a review is idiotic.

Fabulous Kayak Trip ! - This was an awesome kayak trip. Wonderful excursion and a beautiful setting. The two staff members were great about explaining the area and calling out different species, vegetation and history of the area. We would highly recommend!

Great experience - We had a great half day kayaking with Wilderness Guides. They were very helpful when we asked to change the day of our booking because the weather on our original booking day was forecast to rain. Our guide Madison was great, friendly, helpful and informative. Would definitely go again with the team.

Picton Kayaking - Well organised experience with professional team. kirsten was an excellent & knowledgeable guide. Great half day activity.

Fantastic experience! - The trip is a wonderful way to see the Sound. Madison is a fantastic guide. The kayaks are high quality and easy to use. The clear water is absolutely stunning.

Today we had our kayak... - Today we had our kayak tour and we would definitely recommend that! Our guide was very attentive, well organised and gave us interesting insights not only into New Zealand's nature but also into its history and culture. Water was available to buy on site and dry bags and jackets could be borrowed for kayaking. At check-in, we were given details about the route and were able to ask any questions. The guide first took us by van to Ngakuta Bay, where we received safety instructions. The tour was not too strenuous, and we were able to observe animals at our leisure. We saw starfish, manta rays, sea cucumbers and spotted shags. During the tour, the guide provided us with fascinating information about Maori and New Zealand history and culture. Afterwards, we were taken back to our starting point.

Great rafting trip - It was a great trip. Guide was great-very knowledgeable and interesting. I would definitely recommend this experience.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely unforgettable experience at Queen Charlotte Sound - Kayaking in Queen Charlotte Sound was an incredible experience from start to finish. I travelled with my two children (aged 10 and 12), and as first-time kayakers we felt completely at ease and well supported the entire time. Before arrival, all our questions were answered promptly via chat, which already gave us confidence in how well organised the team was. On the day, everything ran smoothly and professionally. Our main guide was Madeline (apologies for forgetting the other guides’ names), and they were absolutely wonderful—calm, friendly, attentive, and incredibly reassuring. We kayaked approximately 10 km over about 2 hours and 18 minutes. The group included people of various ages and abilities, and the guides made sure everyone was comfortable, safe, and well looked after throughout. Despite it being our first time, we were able to relax and truly enjoy the experience at our own pace. On the return trip, we were taken back by van, and our guide shared fascinating insights about the local settlements and history, including how Queen Charlotte Sound got its name. The storytelling was engaging and informative—an unexpected but lovely bonus to an already amazing day. Every part of the experience felt thoughtful, professional, and welcoming. We loved how at ease the team made us feel, especially with children, and how well organised everything was. We loved every bit of this experience and would absolutely come back to do it again. Highly recommended to families, first-timers, and anyone wanting a peaceful yet memorable adventure.

Picton kayaking. - Long, over 4 hours, but the scenery was breathtaking. Very little wildlife. Some kayaking was challenging.