Surf lifesavers, police and the Coastguard during the search for the kayaker today. Photo: RNZ
The man was seen coming out of his kayak, but he did not surface, and emergency services were called about 7.30am today, a police spokesperson said.
Police officers, the police Eagle helicopter team, Surf Lifesaving NZ lifeguards and Coastguard members responded immediately.
A police spokesperson said the man's body was found this afternoon.
Police were providing his family with support and the death would be referred to the Coroner.
