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Glide through Otokia Creek from a century-old boatshed and into Brighton’s quiet wetlands. Choose 30, 60, or 120 minutes of family-friendly rowboat hire—lifejackets included and accessible only by small craft.
Glide through Otokia Creek from a century-old boatshed and into Brighton’s quiet wetlands. Choose 30, 60, or 120 minutes of family-friendly rowboat hire—lifejackets included and accessible only by small craft.
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Operated by Brighton Boat Hire · Brighton, Otago
The boat shed sits low on Otokia Creek like a practical promise: weathered boards, stacked oars, and a line of rowboats that glance toward the reeds. Push off and the marsh opens—black-stemmed raupō and native sedges parting as you find a rhythm with the oars. The creek narrows and widens, offering quiet channels where grey warblers flit and an occasional pukeko warns of your approach.
easy.
30–120 minutes.
Light to moderate—good for families and casual paddlers; some stamina needed if rowing into wind for longer sessions.
Each large row boat can carry up to 2 adults and 3 children, or up to 3 adults—operators recommend evenly distributing weight for stability.
Yes—lifejackets in sizes XXS to XXL are provided and must be worn by all passengers as required by the operator.
The site is stroller-accessible on land and service animals are allowed; however, infants must sit on an adult’s lap while on the boat.
The operator cancels in bad weather and offers a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled time; check directly for rescheduling options.
The Brighton boatshed has served local families for over 100 years, providing pragmatic access to Otokia Marsh, a long-used coastal wetland in South Otago.
The wetlands are ecologically sensitive; keep to non-intrusive routes, avoid littering, and minimize disturbance to birdlife to protect breeding habitats.
Brighton Boat Hire operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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