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Qualmark Experience Awards

Qualmark 100% Pure New Zealand Experience Awards

Just before New Zealand headed into level 4 covid restrictions in August 2021, Nic Mead from Auckland Sea Kayaks attended the Qualmark 100% Pure New Zealand Experience Awards – hosted by their brand ambassador Richie McCaw. These Awards seek applications from tourism businesses that have made an outstanding contribution to their people, community and place.

Auckland Sea Kayaks was a finalist and recognised for their excellence in the areas of manaakitanga, tiaki and whanau.

Manaakitanga – A deeper expression of hospitality based on true empathy and connection
Tiaki – Our duty of care for people and place
Whanau – Embracing visitors as family

We demonstrated alignment with the Tourism New Zealand brand promise of 100% Pure New Zealand, where people, culture and landscapes embrace to create immersive experiences that leave visitors with rich stories to tell.

From a domestic tourism perspective, our community based initiatives from the past year were celebrated and include:

Motu Manawa Kayak Day 13.06.2020
Motu Manawa Kayak Day 14.06.2020
Māngere Kayak Day 2020
Okura Kaitiaki Day 14.02.2021
Papakura Paddle Day 27.03.2021
Rototoa Lake Kayak and Snorkel Day 28.03.2021
Waimahia Kayak Day 2020
Motu Manawa Kayak Day 18.04.2021
Whau Day Out – a day to celebrate your awa
HOOP-LA Day
Mountains to Sea Wānanga 2021
PILLARS Charity Organisation Watersports Day

Thanks to everyone who has been on this journey with us and helped to shape our products for the domestic audience in the face of COVID. We’re grateful for the connection we’ve been able to build with our community so far and look forward to evolving this in the years to come.

Celebrating with other Auckland operators

OUR PARTNERS

#aucklandseakayaks

Last weekend Auckland Sea Kayaks collaborated with Experiencing Marine Reserves for the second Tahuna Torea Kayak Day, despite overcast weather. The event successfully hosted 50 participants, offering a unique perspective of the Tāmaki Estuary.

Our role is this kaupapa was to offer guided kayak excursions along the Tahuna Torea Reserve coastline, complemented by on-water commentary from the EMR crew. Participants observed various bird species and marine life while paddling, and for many, it marked their first ever kayaking experience. The coastline, a critical nesting area for shore and seabirds, served as an educational platform for participants to understand habitat conservation.

On land, local conservationist Shaun Lee led a guided walk, emphasizing the ecological significance of the estuarine habitat in Tāmaki Makaurau. Rochelle, a local kairaranga, conducted a harakeke weaving workshop, enabling participants to create decorative ika/fish to take home.

An epic event, made possible through the support of sponsors Ōrākei Local Board, Aktive - Auckland Sport & Recreation, and The Bobby Stafford-Bush Foundation. Appreciation goes to EMR volunteers and Shaun Lee for capturing the event through photography.
@emr_nz #CommunityEvent #EnvironmentalEducation

Nov 28

Last weekend Auckland Sea Kayaks collaborated with Experiencing Marine Reserves for the second Tahuna Torea Kayak Day, despite overcast weather. The event successfully hosted 50 participants, offering a unique perspective of the Tāmaki Estuary.

Our role is this kaupapa was to offer guided kayak excursions along the Tahuna Torea Reserve coastline, complemented by on-water commentary from the EMR crew. Participants observed various bird species and marine life while paddling, and for many, it marked their first ever kayaking experience. The coastline, a critical nesting area for shore and seabirds, served as an educational platform for participants to understand habitat conservation.

On land, local conservationist Shaun Lee led a guided walk, emphasizing the ecological significance of the estuarine habitat in Tāmaki Makaurau. Rochelle, a local kairaranga, conducted a harakeke weaving workshop, enabling participants to create decorative ika/fish to take home.

An epic event, made possible through the support of sponsors Ōrākei Local Board, Aktive - Auckland Sport & Recreation, and The Bobby Stafford-Bush Foundation. Appreciation goes to EMR volunteers and Shaun Lee for capturing the event through photography.
@emr_nz #CommunityEvent #EnvironmentalEducation

A cracking week of sunsets and summits. Good weather, good banter, and some awesome new mates from around the globe. Thanks to everyone who paddled with us this week 🙌🤙 #purenewzealand #auckland @visitauckland #nzmustdo

Nov 23

A cracking week of sunsets and summits. Good weather, good banter, and some awesome new mates from around the globe. Thanks to everyone who paddled with us this week 🙌🤙 #purenewzealand #auckland @visitauckland #nzmustdo

Join us for an empowering GIRLS ONLY (aged 13-18) adventure from January 15th to 19th. Experience five days of exploring the beautiful Hauraki Gulf on one of the world`s most iconic yachts and in two-person kayaks. Encounter dolphins, orcas, and rays while making new friends. It`s time to step out of your comfort zone and embark on an unforgettable journey. Let`s go!

https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/nzsailingtrust/items/386183/?full-items=yes&flow=725427

#lifeskills #youthleadership #auckandaeakayaks #youthdevelopmentprogram #environmentalist #newexperiences #makingmemories #steinlager2 #NZSailingtrust #nzsailingtrust #haurakigulf #Friends #creatingmemories #sailingnz #nzsailing #sailing #youthdevelopment #youthsailing #sustainabletourism #sailingadventure @dukeofednz

Nov 15

Join us for an empowering GIRLS ONLY (aged 13-18) adventure from January 15th to 19th. Experience five days of exploring the beautiful Hauraki Gulf on one of the world's most iconic yachts and in two-person kayaks. Encounter dolphins, orcas, and rays while making new friends. It's time to step out of your comfort zone and embark on an unforgettable journey. Let's go!

https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/nzsailingtrust/items/386183/?full-items=yes&flow=725427

#lifeskills #youthleadership #auckandaeakayaks #youthdevelopmentprogram #environmentalist #newexperiences #makingmemories #steinlager2 #NZSailingtrust #nzsailingtrust #haurakigulf #Friends #creatingmemories #sailingnz #nzsailing #sailing #youthdevelopment #youthsailing #sustainabletourism #sailingadventure @dukeofednz

Fun for the whole family down at @missionbaywatersports 🌞💯🤙 offering kayak and SUP rentals. @visitauckland @purenewzealand #kayaking #auckland

Nov 12

Fun for the whole family down at @missionbaywatersports 🌞💯🤙 offering kayak and SUP rentals. @visitauckland @purenewzealand #kayaking #auckland

Summer is here 🙌🤎🌞 we had a perfect evening for our Sunset Sea Kayak to Rangitoto. Grateful for all the international manuhiri joining us. #visitauckland #kayaking #newzealand @visitauckland

Nov 10

Summer is here 🙌🤎🌞 we had a perfect evening for our Sunset Sea Kayak to Rangitoto. Grateful for all the international manuhiri joining us. #visitauckland #kayaking #newzealand @visitauckland

Heading out to the best preserved volcano in the Auckland volcanic field @visitauckland #motukorea

Nov 7

Heading out to the best preserved volcano in the Auckland volcanic field @visitauckland #motukorea

Fun morning on the water taking selfies with the swans @visitauckland @purenewzealand #amwaychina

Oct 20

Fun morning on the water taking selfies with the swans @visitauckland @purenewzealand #amwaychina

Selfies, group photos and individual photos with the guides. Great day on the water with friends from China @visitauckland

Oct 19

Selfies, group photos and individual photos with the guides. Great day on the water with friends from China @visitauckland

Running with excitement to get on the mighty Manukau Harbor with @emr_nz

Oct 14

Running with excitement to get on the mighty Manukau Harbor with @emr_nz

Stunning start to the kayak portion of our 🌈 Rainbow Youth trip in partnership with @nz_sailingtrust

Oct 5

Stunning start to the kayak portion of our 🌈 Rainbow Youth trip in partnership with @nz_sailingtrust

Stunning spring days for some student kayak races. Throughout the year we work with local primary and high schools educating them about how special the Hauraki Gulf is and how to preserve it for the next generation

Sep 20

Stunning spring days for some student kayak races. Throughout the year we work with local primary and high schools educating them about how special the Hauraki Gulf is and how to preserve it for the next generation

We have been making the most of the stunning high pressure system we have had all week. Today we took a good group from @ucdavislax out to Motukorea / Browns island and hiked to the summit to get the glorious views of the inner Hauraki Gulf @visitauckland

Aug 25

We have been making the most of the stunning high pressure system we have had all week. Today we took a good group from @ucdavislax out to Motukorea / Browns island and hiked to the summit to get the glorious views of the inner Hauraki Gulf @visitauckland

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