Kaikoura Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Kaikoura
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Where to stay in Kaikoura

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South Bay

Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House.

South Bay
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Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Flat
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Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ฿3,088 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
฿3,088
฿3,551 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 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 29 Oct 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ฿3,911 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
฿3,911
฿4,523 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 12 Nov 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 ฿3,342 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
฿3,342
฿3,843 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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 14 Nov 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their 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 14 Nov 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 27 Oct 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 Wi-Fi, 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 21 Apr 2024

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 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

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

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

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

Fyffe House

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop 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(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at 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

Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

฿3,620
Per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

฿8,270
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

฿7,362
Per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

฿9,681
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

฿3,883
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary
Double Boat Dive with Equipment

Double Boat Dive with Equipment

฿7,039
Per adult
Double Boat Dive with Equipment
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