Kaikoura Peninsula

Kaikoura
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
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning
Photo provided by Brent Manning

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

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

Point Kean Seal Colony

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

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 visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Kaikoura District Museum

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

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

P4,696
Per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

P14,262
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

P6,243
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

P12,696
Per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Picture 6 for Activity Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

P6,600
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

P12,522
Per adult
Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura
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Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula

Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is P5,195 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P5,195
P5,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (209 reviews)
"It’s a new hotel - clean and sleek on the waterfront next to Ozone Cafe"

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is P6,582 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
P6,582
P7,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
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! (452 reviews)
"Property manager Poppy was so kind and made our stay comfortable and memorable. The property is in a great location that’s walking distance to the Kaikoura town centre. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Kaikoura."

Reviewed on Nov 20, 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 P5,748 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
P5,748
P6,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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! (356 reviews)
"An outstanding accommodation ! Made us feel very special in a really nice area - modern and cosy!"

Reviewed on Nov 20, 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel
3 out of 5
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is P4,977 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P4,977
P5,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Stay at this 3-star motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (484 reviews)
Whale Watching
"Location ideal for whale whatching & dolphin excursions. Querky museum, watch plenty of fur seals from roadside on road into Kaikoura. Check in great, owner very chatty & welcoming. Lovely Irish pub Donegal on outskirts, lovely food. Supermarket close by."

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2024

Alpine View Motel
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is P2,926 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
P2,926
P3,384 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (369 reviews)
"Lovely quiet room with amazing shower pressure, friendly staff, easy check-in, nice clean spa and pool 😊 beeeeeautiful views out the back, must be an incredible place to watch the sunset on a clear day"

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2024

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.5 out of 5
92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,793 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
P6,793
P7,951 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (574 reviews)
"Very nice, spacious room convenient to activities in Kaikoura. Enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on Nov 23, 2024

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Peninsula

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

Kaikoura Peninsula