Kaikoura

Travel Guide
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Kaikoura featuring an aircraft and tranquil scenes
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning

Where to stay in Kaikoura

Small but beautiful town. Tons to do. Sadly my seal encounter got cancelled due to weather, but my dolphin encounter was the best thing I've ever done in my entire life. And I heard the whale watching was also phenomenal. When I get back to NZ

South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House.

South Bay
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Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat
Peninsula Walkway showing tranquil scenes

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ￥13,842 per night from Dec 5 to Dec 6
￥13,842
￥15,918 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (205 reviews)
"A clean,tidy and well presented hotel which is a real asset to Kaikoura. Friendly, efficient and approachable staff."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ￥17,534 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
￥17,534
￥20,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is ￥13,937 per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
￥13,937
￥16,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
Perfect couples stay.
"Amazing. Stayed in one bedroom apartment. Clean, modern and spacious. Beautiful gas fire and spa bath. A super relaxing stay. Thanks The Fairways. Loved it."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
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The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (353 reviews)
Perfect couples stay.
"Amazing. Stayed in one bedroom apartment. Clean, modern and spacious. Beautiful gas fire and spa bath. A super relaxing stay. Thanks The Fairways. Loved it."

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (55 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable room. The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly & helpful."

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2024

Blue Seas Motels Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
5 out of 5
78 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
Stay at this 5-star luxury apartment in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
"We loved our stay. The apartment has everything you need and a wonderful view. Helpful and nice staff. Thank you."

Reviewed on Apr 21, 2024

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(30 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway

Mount Fyffe

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikoura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Fyffe House

5/5(1 review)

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Things to do

Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

￥37,409
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

￥16,377
Per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

￥33,303
Per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

￥43,795
Per adult
Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight
Picture 6 for Activity Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

￥16,058
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary
Flock of sea birds near boat for Kaikoura Albatross encounter boat tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura

￥32,847
Per adult
Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura
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