Whenuakura Island: Deluxe Guided Adventure
Our expert guides lead you through crystal-clear waters to this breathtaking natural gem.


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Whether you're kayaking, paddle boarding, or joining our boat tours, you'll experience stunning natural beauty, encounter diverse wildlife, and create memories to last a lifetime.




Surf Lessons
60 minutes | all levelsOur certified coaches customize lessons for all levels at Whangamata beach. Sessions include warming up, safety basics, technique training and water time.
SurfSup New Zealand is a sustainable tour operator based in Whangamata, New Zealand.
Since 2015 we have been offering exceptional kayak tours and hires plus surf lessons, with the popular Whenuakura – Donut – Island as a must do in the Coromandel.
In 2024 due to demand we decided a new service: Discovery Whangamata - Scenic boat tour. This easy and interacting experience takes you to visit Whenuakura island and the Tunaiti Caldera showcasing amazing rock formations.
Come join us for an incredible experience!

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Guide (Mauro) was super friendly and knowledgeable
You kayak inside Donut Island and it's just breathtakingly beautiful
I would highly recommend Surfsup for any kayaking tours for the beginners
Frequently Asked Question
Whenuakura Island is locate just one Kilometer off the Coat of Whangamata in the Coromandel Peninsula. The island is part of the Whangamata Wild Life Sanctuary due go the presence on Tuataras few year ago.
The paddle will vary according to conditions. During calm light wind days, it takes approximately 30 minutes. On days with westerly winds this time can be less and more when we have winds from the east.
If conditions are not suitable to paddle out to the islands at your booking time, we will:
- Suggest you another time.
- Suggest you another day.
- Offer you an alternative activity or location.
- Offer you a voucher to be used at another date.
If none of these options are suitable we will offer you a full refund.
We always recommend around the high tide mark, 2 hours before or after. It is a great time of the day as the lagoon is more spacious and all rocks inside the lagoon are covered by water.
During the low tide there is limited space inside as the rocks get really exposed.
Days with under 12 knots winds under 2 ft waves are the best. We strongly recommend customers to call us beforehand as all tours are weather dependant.