Reviews of Moana Kayaks. (Car Rental Agency) in Paihia (Northland).

Moana Kayaks

166 Reviews

128 Comments

Car rental agency

Canoe & kayak rental service

Bicycle rental service

On the beach, paihia, Bay Of Islands, 9 Marsden Road, Bay of islands, Paihia 0200, New Zealand

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S. K.

Great adventure company which caters to everyone with the desire to enjoy this amazing stretch of beauty at this World Class friendly beach. Very relaxed atmosphere. Great coaching by the hire people to learn safety using equipment and pointers for beginners. Fun.

J. G.

Best price in town! I would give 10 stars if I could. Dan is once of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. He and his helpful, friendly staff got out whole group of 7 up and kayaking within minutes. The equipment was clean and well kept, and they had storage for personal items and dry bags available to keep phones and cameras safe.

R. R.

I highly recommend for bike repair, Dan went far beyond our expectation. We are touring New Zealand and had a bad downbreak. Dan proactively looked at it as well at other signs of failure on both our bikes and put all his effort and time into repairing/solving it. Big THANK YOU Dan !

K. H.

Hired 2 double kayaks for 4 hours and did a self led excursion to the waterfall. It was an awesome day.

D. C.

Dan was super helpful and got our family of 6 up and going on 3 double kayaks. Excellent time together. He gave us some good direction too. Price was excellent. Thanks!

A. A.

10/10 would recommend, excellent place for your kayak, bikes and other adventure hires, highly professional and extremely friendly, gives you all the information you need to have a safe and a fun time at bay of Islands. And Dan you are awesome!!

W.

Top Notch Experience!!! From start to finish, Dan and the guys took great care of us. We were able to rent a sea kayak last minute from them. They got us kitted out with what we needed and it was the trip of a lifetime.

T. S.

Dan and Nick were so incredibly helpful . We had catastrophic breakdown on a cycle trip and they pulled out all the stops to get us back on the road. Dan is a very experienced (creative) cycle repair mechanic! It's a beautiful spot on the beach and they have an excellent range of boats, boards and bikes for hire. Couldn't recommend enough!

M. S.

Dan was awesome. Very helpful with ideas on other activities etc and provided us with a free history lesson. Can’t wait to be back!

K. G.

Dan is the face of this business and he is awesome. Incredibly hard-working, very knowledgeable and excellent customer service. We were very well looked after and he was great with my two children! We enjoyed hiring the bike and baby seat and will be back when in Paihia. Thanks Dan for all of your help.

M. P.

Nice place to hire kayak, long wait due to holiday period but gave great customer service. Cheers guys

S. E.

Superb time! Dan is super friendly and helpful. We rented kayaks on our first day and had a blast! Paddled around the inner islands and had a picnic on one! The next day we sailed in the morning and hired bikes in the afternoon for the Waitangi mountain bike park. Great fun! Very affordable prices. I can totally recommend no matter what your budget! Next time you might get me on a Paddleboard!

D. F.

Was my first time Kayaking on the sea. Was awesome me and my boyfriend doubled up on a Kayak for 2 & a half hours such a good price for $50 We wanted to go back the next day to spend the whole day exploring all the Bays of Islands and more... Swims and adventure on a secluded beach/es we adventured too without a care in the world. So much fun I can't wait to go back. As for the owner super cruisey guy friendly as just toped off our day.

D. &. L. N.

Highly recommended. Good old fashion honesty and service which is rare these days. We planned to hire bikes for our young family but Dan was worried it was unsafe for the little ones as we would have been riding on the highway. Instead we went kayaking which the kids loved. It also meant Dan made less money from us but he was more interested in our welfare than his hip pocket. Although we were not prepared to go kayaking Dan provided us with swim shorts, towels, water proof bags and water. Thanks mate for making our day in the Bay of Islands a memorable one!

T. L.

Hands down, THE BEST and cheapest rental place in town!! Recently rented a mountain bike, and had an absolute blast biking through the bike park! Needless to say, Dan's the man!

K. M.

Hired 2 mountain bikes from here for a few hours. Dan was extremely helpful and kind, gave us advice on what to do and where to go and certainly made sure we were confident on the bikes before we set off. Bikes were to a high standard and felt comfortable the whole ride. Would highly recommend and go back for any advice on other things to do in and around the island. Fantastic customer service!

R. L.

Our group was quite unprepared for kayaking, yet the person working Monday afternoon was quick to explain the basics and set us out into the water in no time. Very helpful and friendly, encouraging our mate who didn't swim and had never kayaked to have a go. We all ended up kayaking, made great memories and had a ton of fun. Thank you:)

a. k.

Had a great experience hiring equipment through Bay Beach Hire. Nick and Dan were so helpful in everything, from getting us set up, explaining the weather, and even checking in on us while we were out kayaking for 3 days, 2 nights. The kayak was of very high quality and they were able to help out with some camping equipment as well. Would highly recommend, get out on the water to see the beautiful Bay of Islands. Paihia is just a gateway to everything that is out there, so jump in a kayak, paddle out there and see it! Thank you so much!

E. L.

I left my kids’ wet clothes on the beach after we hired the Kayak. I contacted the shop after returning to Auckland and Tony dropped the washed clothes off to me. Thank you very much Tony, you are awesome.

J. Y.

It was fantastic, lovely experience for four of us. My boys really soaked the environment and the worth from Dan. Dan is not only friendly but also gave a great great deal. Firstly, good deal then more discount which we were not expected. My husband said Dan is a good guy with beautiful smile. We love pictures which Dan took for us. Thank you very much and we hope to see you again. Stacey from Auckland

P.

Had an AWESOME time renting a kayak from bay beach hire. The guys at the shop are friendly, funny and knowledgeable. They made sure I knew exactly where to go to kayak to the falls and helped me get into the boat when I was struggling (thanks!). The prices are reasonable too!

C. M.

We rented a double kayak for the day. It was such a great experience. Dan gave us great advice on which route to take and we actually stumbled upon a pod of about 8 dolphins and had such a great time with them being curious of the kayak. A super cheap alternative to paying for a boat tour with a much more personal experience with the coastline and nature in the bay.

M. N.

So this weekend me and some friends rented kayaks from you guys at Bay Beach Hire and they (particularly Danny) provided us with great, friendly customer service and even waited around for us when we were returning late. Thank you for helping us make a great day experience. Kayaking around Bay of Islands and the nearby waterfall was fantastic and a day we'll never forget. Thank you again, fantastic experience and service 😁

C. E.

Fantastic experience every time! Very reasonable rental rates, and expert local knowledge about where to go, tides, weather, and pretty much anything else you would want to know. Dan was super friendly and incredibly helpful, and pointed us in the right direction for our ability and experience level. The equipment was good quality and in good condition. I have been here several times over the past few years and have always had a great experience. I would not hesitate to recommend Bay Beach Hire to anyone wanting to rent some gear and get out and about in Paihia.

M. S.

Friendly staff, though you must know what you're asking for. If we hadn't asked for spray skirts with our sea kayak, I don't think we'd have gotten them. The price is slightly lower than that of the only competitor in paihia. We paid $75 for a double sea kayak for 4 hours. It would be $95 for a full day. Crossing over to Russell takes around 45min to an hour, and within 2 hours you'll be around the bend. The sea is generally calm and paddling is easy. There are lots of beaches you can spend some time on, easily accessible.

C. M.

After I went to BOI for the first time, I quickly realized, I need to come back for an overnight kayak adventure. I phoned all options in the region and as the plans I had were both adventurous and demanding, no company wanted to support me. Until I spoke with Dan: He was very open and after I told him I had some sea-kayaking experience, we talked about the options I had and we arranged date and time. As safety is always important, Dan didn't want to comit to anything he can't ensure and wanted to have a call on the departure day to check for weather with me. In preparation for our trip, Dan just wanted to know all the stuff we need (matress, snorkel, fins, goggles, gas cooker) and charged very small extra fee (compared to all other companies). He even sharpened a knife for us and gave us a kayak fishing line. Dan recommended incredible places like Sunset Bay Campsite. The sea-kayak was very stable and of high quality, it had a well-functioning rodder which was adjusted for us on departure day. Paddles, Spray-Skirts and Life-Vests were included. All in all, an experience that would not have been possible with such good equipment and advices. Thanks Bay Beach Hire & Dan!

K.

We were recommended by Bruce who works in the piahia tourism to see Dan. Dan was very helpful when we decided to hire a bike and gave us some option's where to ride too. We enjoy our ride and had no problems with our bikes. I would highly recommend coming hiring something from Dean and his staff

M. P.

We (2 adults and 2 kids (3+5 years old)) had a very sweet 3h kayak trip to the waterfalls and the islands. We found our own private beach and nice nature surrounding. Dan found the perfect solution for our little family by putting mummy in a single boat and the 2 kids to dad. Thanks

I. D.

Awesome experiences to be had here!!! Went kayaking for 3 hours yesterday and had a ball. The guys there are great and really easy going!! Nothings a problem and they get you sorted for whatever activity you choose! Can't recommend them enough! AAA+ is what I'd rate them. Go check them out. Really good rates too! Sandra and Ian

K. Q.

Just rented a kayak from here this morning and it was great! Super quick and friendly service, I was in a kayak within three minutes of walking in! Also they gave me a dry sack for my belongings and held onto a bag of stuff I didn't want to bring. Beautiful islands nearby to kayak around or to stop and have a picnic/swim on! And it was only $15 for one hour. 5/5!!

I. S.

Dan is cool and his bikes are good. He tried his best to cater to customers’ need. When it’s busy, you may have to wait a bit, but that’s just life. Enjoy your holiday.

C. D.

There are a couple of kayak hire places in Paihia and I can’t compare the two, but I was very happy with this one conveniently sited at the south-eastern end of the beach (with on-street parking adjacent and public toilets nearby). The equipment was sound; the rates very fair (eg two hours for $25); and the staff keen to ensure that you are safe and enjoy your session. I went out for a paddle on three consecutive mornings and was particularly impressed by the general manner and enthusiasm of the manager, Dan, who was even kind enough to offer me a bottle of water when he thought I was setting off without one. As well as kayaks you can hire a paddle board or, for experienced sailors, a catamaran, and in addition to these water-based activities the business also specialises in mountain bikes, which appeared to be well maintained.

E. B.

What a great morning. If you want to go explore some of the islands, Canoeing is the best way! Dan at “Bay Beach Hire” was an absolute legend, chill, fun and super happy to help get us sorted. Rented us some Kayaks for a few hours and off we went.

H. R.

Fantastic service by Dan, and great paddling on one of their stand up boards. I got to go paddling in the evening around some of the islands, and then again in the morning up the coast. Getting to explore the Bay of Islands was the highlight of our week in New Zealand. Thanks Dan and team.

J. S.

We booked for an overnight kayak trip to Urupukapuka Island. We had to reduce the number of days from what we had originally planned, and they were flexible with this. Dan was helpful and informative- he made arrangements for our car and pick ups. He helped arrange a water taxi when it became apparent the weather wasn't suitable for kayaking the whole way back. Dan kept in touch through out and updated us with the weather reports. We always felt the team were aware of where we were and would have helped us out if required. Thanks guys- we had an awesome adventure.

W.

Been there a few times either to hire a kayak or paddle board or to get one of their bikes. It can get very busy especially in summer but the more than friendly staff members always make sure to find the most suitable and best solution for you - no matter if you're coming as a family with kids, as a big group or as an individual person (could tell this while I was around at busy periods). They will give you the best advice on what to do (according to your time frame) and where to go depending on the weather, the tide and the winds. If you don't have any experience on the water - don't worry, they're happy to teach you the basics you'll need to know to have a relaxed and safe experience! They are maintaining their gear (from mountain bikes over kayaks to paddle boards) very well and update the fleet regularly. My happy place in town to spend some time out at this beautiful spot!

O.

Dan told me about the kayak section of Te Araroa and invited me to join even tho I wasn't doing the trail. He was very helpful and looked after all of us really well before and after our kayak trip. Dan's a very easy guy to get along with and I would happily go to Bay Beach Hut again for some more adventures if I'm back in the area :)

A. B.

Great, friendly customer service. Excellent recommendations of where to go and see around the bay on the Kayak - as well as timings so we weren't late back. Supplied with water proof bags and a place to wash off any sand etc. Would highly recommend.

K. C.

All 5 stars for Dan. You have been awesome mate. Reasonable price to rent kayak and cycles. Dan was informative as well, about other activities that we enquired about. Highly recommend this place to hire bikes, etc.

A. T.

equipment in good condition. Reasonably priced. Friendly service.

J. S.

We had to rent bicycles in Paihia because our bikes were delayed after our long flight. On very short notice, Dan arranged everything we needed and in addition gave us a very good price for a weekly bike rental. He works hard at his job, and certainly aims to please.

G. D.

Highly recommend Bay Beach Hire! They were really flexible in helping us get to Whangaroa Harbour for an independent multi-day trip. Great focus on safety too, providing all the necessary equipment. Beautiful experience.

T. S.

I cannot recommend Bay Beach Hire enough! Dan Hirzel is super friendly and goes out of his way to help out all if his customers. He knows his stuff and the service he provides is tops!! If you're planning on visiting Paihia, drop in and see Dan. You can kayak or paddle board for a couple of hours then rent one of his MTB bikes and go riding up at the Waitangi Mountain Bike Park or the Twin Cycle Trail. Dan can also sort you out with fishing gear as well!! Plenty of things to do and Dan is your man!! Cheers Dan 😊

E.

Six stars would not be enough. Dan is an amazing, friendly, knowledgeable and reliable guy. His suggestions for routes were spot on and the kayak was very high quality.

R. O.

Had an excellent day out kayaking and fishing in the bay! Dan was super helpful, enthusiastic and just really went above and beyond for us. Would recommend his store to anyone else who wants to get around the bay for a really good price.

B. Z.

Hired a double kayak, had a great time me and my lady. We kayaked over to the Omata Estate Vineyard suggested by Dan. Enjoyed our time. Dan a cool as dude, good positive vibes. Thanks bro.

M. D.

My Girlfriend and I had a really great time on two Kayaks and with our two friends. I didn't think It was possible I could go with them because I had a broken foot and crutches but the owner helped me and I really appreciate it.

G. K.

Dan & the team are friendly, helpful people at Paihia Bay of Islands running Canoe and Kayak service. My daughter’s wheelchair tyre got punctured when we were holidaying in Bay of Islands. Dan and his passionate team helped by fixing the punctured tyre on Christmas Day. We are very grateful to the team for their timely help. We wish them good luck ! Kind Regards, Gan Karkera and family from Auckland

N. R.

We had an incredible experience renting kayaks from Bay Beach Hire! They were so friendly and knowledgeable about all the islands you can kayak to. Such a positive experience, would highly recommend!

L. H.

Amazing value/ No fuss / Great Staff / Central location The most nice and helpful guy working here when I visited. He had a large group to sort out just in front of us and still couldn't have been more efficient. Not to mention the kayak trip itself was gorgeous!

M. A.

Had an awesome time with Bay Beach Hire and probably one of the best things to do and places to go during our holiday in Northland. Really friendly store with really helpful hints of where to paddle to. Even really friendly with his prizing system.

S. S.

Awesome outfit. We hired a tandem kayak for 3 days to go explore the islands. Worth every penny just to experience Dan's effervescence.

R.

Dan is the man! He truly works with his heart and just wants people to have an awesome time. He even helped me and others to solve mechanical problems with our bikes!

F.

Absolutely the best service ever!! I'd never kayaked before and I was super nervous but by the time we left the beach I was completely reassured and had a wonderful time! Super greatful for the amazing experience.

B. A.

Just great - super friendly and flexible. We asked for an unlisted 3 hour hire and they offered us one no questions asked. Beautiful spot with plenty of private islands to explore

T. W.

Dan did a brilliant job repairing my bike and showing me a few issues that will need attention in the future. Very friendly & helpful, with great knowledge about local bike tracks & rides.

v.

Great guy!! He really took great care of us --from the parasailing booking to the paddleboard & kayak rentals --we felt like a part of the family. Not to mention that he came out to rescue us when it was clear that we had gone too far out and couldn't make it back reasonably. Now I know everyone's going to say you shouldn't have gone out too far, etc, but some things are just out of your control. I'm not going to divulge further details about what happened as there's no point to it. The point is that he and his team took great care of us and made sure we had a great time and we did!! Thanks Dan! We really appreciate the awesome time on Paihia Beach!

D. E.

It's been a long time since I visited, 2000/01 to be exact, but I spent 10 amazing weeks in Paihia and most days I was out on the water in one of Tony and Merva's kayaks of ali-craft that we used to fish from. Really made everyone feel welcome, just hope I can return one day with my wife and boys so they can experience what I did. Matt Also think I remember Dan as a young lad nipping around on a small catamaran.

O. B.

Dan told me about the kayak section of Te Araroa and invited me to join even tho I wasn't doing the trail. He was very helpful and looked after all of us really well before and after our kayak trip. Dan's a very easy guy to get along with and I would happily go to Bay Beach Hut again for some more adventures if I'm back in the area :)

M.

Friendly staff, though you must know what you're asking for. If we hadn't asked for spray skirts with our sea kayak, I don't think we'd have gotten them. The price is slightly lower than that of the only competitor in paihia. We paid …

R. v. d. B.

Dan is the man! He truly works with his heart and just wants people to have an awesome time. He even helped me and others to solve mechanical problems with our bikes!

E.

This place was awesome! Great value for your money. We had a to of fun paddle boarding and taking out a catamaran sailboat. Dan was fantastic!

G. L.

Very good quality kayaks, friendly staff, good location and prices. Only draw back is they don't allow you to kayak to Russel / further island.

C.

After I went to BOI for the first time, I quickly realized, I need to come back for an overnight kayak adventure. I phoned all options in the region and as the plans I had were both adventurous and demanding, no company wanted to support …

J. B.

Very friendly, helpful and gave great recommendations on where to go. We had a great time. Thanks :)

D.

Dan the man!! Thanks for helping me find a wetsuit to fit my fat arse into. So welcoming, made us feel at home the minute we walked through the door. Cheers mate ;)

A.

Fantastic, friendly customer service. These guys go above and beyond to ensure everyone has a positive experience. I would highly recommend this company. Thanks Dan and co.

A.

Fantastic experience. Friendly staff. Easy on pocket if you want to free you arms on a nice sunny day.

A. S.

Lovely experience. They provide everything you need , a waterproof bag for your belongings and a place to store your electronics. The people are nice and forthcoming.

М. В.

Great place with super-friendly stuff. Thank you for awesome kayaking experience for our family (a couple and 3 kids 3-9 y.o)

N. B.

Awesome service. Contacted the night prior to ask if I could hire earlier than opening time, very fast response. Guys were also very helpful for a beginner

E. N.

This place was awesome! Great value for your money. We had a to of fun paddle boarding and taking out a catamaran sailboat. Dan was fantastic!

A. H.

Dan really knows how to look after his customers. Had a great time on a catamaran. Thanks again Dan!

J. S.

Dan Hirzel of Bay Beach Hire is one of the coolest persons, I've ever met. Support them, they deserve it!

A. F.

Fantastic, friendly customer service. These guys go above and beyond to ensure everyone has a positive experience. I would highly recommend this company. Thanks Dan and co.

l. p.

Hired a stand up paddle board. First time, was given the best tips and advice. Instructions were easy and clear to understand. 5* go here first✌

e. B.

Dan was super friendly and helpful. We had an awesome time and thanks for the tip about Russell food was amazing.

O. D.

Awesome going paddle boarding. Dan there was very helpful and if I come back to new Zealand I will be making a point of going back to see him

T. T.

Fantastic first time paddle boarding and Dan at Bay Beach hire was great giving me tips for a great paddle board experience . Loved it

R. D.

Awesome service and great updated new equipment. Would highly recommend this rental for kayaks bikes and fishing gear

S. D.

Fantastic experience. Friendly staff. Easy on pocket if you want to free you arms on a nice sunny day.

B. T.

Friendly and super helpful. Many thanks for saving the day by letting me hire a helmet.

J.

Very friendly, helpful and gave great recommendations on where to go. We had a great time. …

M. B.

This little shack has it all and Dan is a man in the know who won't let go until he's satisfied that your all ready to go!

J. M.

Amazing professional friendly service, great location and great variety of equipment to hire. Would highly recommend.

T. M.

Beach water bike rides straight across from corporate visits can even hire bikes over night and park in the basement

C. B.

Great for hiring kayaks, we did a two hour hire 😁

T. M.

Friendly staff. Great Kayak Experience. Great Prices

A. N.

Kayak, paddele-boards and mountain bikes available. Great service, Affordable.

S. L.

Great service from knowledgeable guys encouraging you to have safe fun on the water in the beautiful Bay of Islands

D. S.

Great friendly service and good equipment for a fair price.

L. R.

Kayak rentals are overpriced but it's a nice area for a swim

S. F.

Most enjoyable way to see the surrounding bay's around paihia by kayak

S. K.

the staffs are so nice, gentle and friendly. soooooo much satisfied!!!!

J. P.

Such friendly amazing service loved it. Recommend to all

X. 0.

great team and good friendly service

M. W.

The staff was really friendly, helpful and courteous.

C. H.

Great value for money and beautiful surrounds

M. J.

Had the best day ever with the kayak rental. Saw dolphins up close, paddled to Russell, paddled to other little islands, all made easy by the Bay Beach crew. Thanks a lot for an awesome service. Book with these guys, you can't go wrong. Dry bags and friendly service provided :)

J. A.

Friendly people

J. K.

Good prices and brilliant service

D.

Good guy. Fun times.

J. K.

Great guy. Great experience.

C. U.

Was fun

S. A.

Friendly and helpful owner

M. S.

Kind soul. Thanks m8.

F.

Helpful in depth staff

A. S.

Great service.

K. J.

Got it all.

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(Translated) Not cheap, but professional. Provides a special offer for TA hikers to come to Waikare. The rucksacks are brought to the landing site by car. Gives a group discount, so make sure you get a few people together. (Original) Nicht ganz billig, aber dafür professionell. Gibt ein eigenes Angebot für TA Hiker um nach Waikare zu kommen. Die Rucksäcke werden mit dem Auto zum Landeplatz gebracht. Gibt einen Gruppenrabatt, also schauen, dass man ein paar Leute zusammen bringt.

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