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

P4,449
per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

P5,915
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

P6,229
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura Whale Watching - Small Group Tour

Kaikoura Whale Watching - Exclusive, Small Group Tour

P23,564
per adult
Kaikoura Whale Watching - Exclusive, Small Group Tour
Picture 7 for Activity Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

P4,449
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikōura: 45-Minute Whale Watching Helicopter Tour

Kaikōura: 45-Minute Whale Watching Helicopter Tour

P26,200
per adult
Kaikōura: 45-Minute Whale Watching Helicopter Tour
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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 P7,250 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
P7,250
P8,337 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
"Exceptional staff, food good and the views are utterly world class."

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025

Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
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! (382 reviews)
"Resented being asked (on a notice) to "wash, dry and put away dishes" for the money I paid."

Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025

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Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is P8,546 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
P8,546
P9,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
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! (489 reviews)
"Friendly hosts and most comfortable bed on our trip"

Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Motor Inn
Kaikoura Motor Inn
3 out of 5
205 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is P5,613 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
P5,613
P6,455 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (473 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, bed a little firm but otherwise an enjoyable stay."

Reviewed on Feb 18, 2025

Kaikoura Motor Inn
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is P6,391 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
P6,391
P7,350 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 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! (377 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet, close to kaikoura"

Reviewed on Feb 17, 2025

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Quality Suites
3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is P5,145 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
P5,145
P5,917 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 4 - Mar 5
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (260 reviews)
"The unit was good although on the small side. Car park was a bit tight."

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025

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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, Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat

Kaikoura Peninsula