Independent Hire
We will provide your group with the ultimate sea kayaking experience.
Independent rentals are a unique way of experiencing the Marlborough Sounds. Soundswild prides itself on paddlers having a true wilderness experience to aid this there will be a small transport charge on independent rentals so you can get to the most beautiful and remote areas of the Sounds.
If you are a newcomer to the outdoors don’t stress we have all the kit you need .
All independent trips start with a full briefing and we invite you to take part in a day-guided trip for the first day of your adventure so you can feel more relaxed on your adventure.
(Lunch and Transport are an optional extra.)
1 DAY $ 50.00
2 DAYS $ 90.00
3 DAYS $120.00
4 DAYS $150.00
ADDITIONAL DAYS WILL COST $25.00
All Prices quoted in New Zealand Dollars and include GST.
If you are a new comer to the outdoors, don’t stress, we invite you to come and take part in a day-guided trip, so you can feel more relaxed in your Sea Kayak.
We can plan a trip to suit your level of skill & we have all the gear you will need. We can also provide camping gear.
(Lunch is provided if you take part in a Guided Day trip)
2 Day trip options in the Queen Charlotte Sound
Begin with a day-guided trip starting from Ngakuta Bay and paddling over to Mistletoe Bay for lunch. You will have the choice of camping there or paddling up to one of the other secluded campsites or lodges
(eg. Lochmara Lodge).
On the second day, paddle back to Ngakuta Bay or the Picton foreshore for a pick up at 3.30pm.
Another option is to start from Ngakuta Bay then head up to Kumutoto Bay for the night. On day 2 head up to Bay of Many Coves for lunch and back to Waikawa for your pick up around 3.30pm
Or another exciting option in a different Sound
This 2 day trip is great start paddling from Ohingarow Bay in Maru Sounds
which is in the Pelorus Sound. Paddle over to the Kenepuru Sound & head down to Hopewell Backpackers or camp @ tractor beach.
The next day paddle down to Portage Bay. The shop will take you & your Kayak
over the hill & drop you in the Queen Charlotte Sound where you will paddle
back to Nagkuta Bay for your pick up at 3.30pm.
We have many other adventures to choose from, just ask.