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Kayaking Indian Arm, Vancouver: Fjord wildlife, harbour seals and a floating salmon lunch

From harbour seals and river otters to towering fjord walls and a kayak-access picnic, this tour review explores Indian Arm, one of Vancouver’s fjords, just half an hour from downtown. Kayaking Indian Arm from Vancouver From the end of the jetty, it looks like there’s…

Kayaks preparing to head out on Lake Taupo. In somewhat better conditions.

Lake Taupo kayaking, New Zealand: Battling waves, bluster and unexpected rescue

A kayaking adventure on Lake Taupo, New Zealand, goes wrong... Pulling over in the bay We pull over in the more placid bay. I slump forward and drop the paddle across the front of the kayak. Melt me down for glue – I’m done. I…

Seals on the Sugarloaf Islands, New Plymouth, New Zealand.

Sugar Loaf Islands seal colony, New Plymouth: Kayaking with fur seals

Interested in kayaking with seals in New Plymouth? This article describes a close-up experience around the Sugar Loaf Islands fur seal colony, including what you can expect on the water and around the islands. Kayaking to the Sugar Loaf Islands seal colony If there’s anything…

Key West kayaking tours: Guide to exploring the mangroves (with prices)

Explore the Key West backcountry on a two-hour kayak eco-tour. Paddle the mangrove tunnels and seek out tropical fish, sea stars, and manatees. About the Lazy Dog kayak eco-tour: History and context This guided adventure focuses on the delicate ecosystem of the Key West backcountry.…

Kangaroos at Anglesea Golf Course on Victoria's Great Ocean Road.

Anglesea Golf Course kangaroo tours and Great Ocean Road wildlife guide: Ticket prices and parking

The Great Ocean Road is famous for its coastal views, but it’s also one of the best routes in Australia for seeing native wildlife. From kangaroos and koalas to seals and glowworms, here’s where to find them – starting with the most surprising golf course…

Snorkelling in the Silfra Fissure, Iceland.

8 bucket list activities to pack into your Iceland trip

What Iceland does best is natural experiences you’ll not encounter anywhere else in the world. And here are eight of the most extraordinary. Snorkel the Silfra Fissure Once you’re in the water – and its temperature is only a smidge above freezing point – you…

Why you should book a Coorong kayaking tour – not a cruise

The sense of adventure and gentle pace make a Coorong kayaking tour in South Australia more memorable than a cruise from Goolwa. Why book a Coorong kayaking tour – summarised The Mouth of the Murray and 90 Mile Beach are included. You can get closer…

Why the Algarve’s Benagil Cave is best seen on a kayak tour

Explore the Algarve’s Benagil Cave on a guided kayak tour for the best views, safe access and a unique perspective of this much-photographed sea cave. See the Benagil Cave up close The Benagil Cave, with its dramatic domed ceiling and golden rock formations, is one…

Kayaking to the Mine Bay rock carvings on Lake Taupo

Kayak across Lake Taupo in New Zealand to see the impressive Mine Bay rock carvings of Ngātoroirangi. Find tour details and advice for this unique cultural experience. Lake Taupo kayak tour summary Strong winds made the kayak trip challenging but rewarding. Matahi Brightwell learned stone-carving…

Kayaking among icebergs on Tasman Lake, New Zealand.

Iceberg kayaking on Tasman Lake, New Zealand

A kayaking tour on Tasman Lake, near Aoraki/Mt Cook, reveals the dramatic retreat of the Tasman Glacier over 25 years. Participants navigate icebergs that are melting and witness stunning scenery. The tour emphasizes safety and offers a unique experience of ice and nature, culminating in whiskey on the rocks.