Guided Paddle Trips

Explore the best paddle spots across Nelson on our guided trips

Whether it be a paddle over to the historic Nelson Lighthouse or circumnavigating Oyster Island, you will be guided by our experienced instructors who will make sure your time on the moana is loads of fun!

We are spoilt with incredible places to paddle here in Nelson, and each tour will be offer something different. We can’t wait to check out the local wildlife and teach you a bit about Nelson. Plus, we can give you some tips and tricks to improve your paddleboarding technique and if you are feeling like some fun, we have a whole lotta games and challenges to give you the best day out on the water!

What is included:

• You will be supported and guided on the water by an experienced Paddle Nelson instructor.
• Renting gear from us? We will turn up at the meeting point with all that you need to paddle; your paddleboard, paddle, leash & buoyancy aid.
• If you are bringing your own gear, you will need to make sure you have a leash & a buoyancy aid.

Please arrive 10 minutes early to kit up, sign in and be briefed.

We ask that you have paddled before and are comfortable spending 2 – 3 hours on the water (with breaks).

If the wind is too strong to be safe on the ocean, we will contact you in advance to move your booking.

Want a bit more guidance?

If you are feeling a little nervous about your first time or would like to develop your skills on the water, why not book a paddleboarding lesson with us by emailing info@paddlenelson.co.nz to get you started too!

We can’t wait to show you the best paddle spots that Nelson has to offer!