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

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

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

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

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

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

€75
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

€228
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

€100
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

€203
Per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

€267
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

€106
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary
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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 €97 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€97
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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! (209 reviews)
"It’s a new hotel - clean and sleek on the waterfront next to Ozone Cafe"

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is €122 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
€122
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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 20 Nov 2024

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is €99 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
€99
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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 20 Nov 2024

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel
3 out of 5
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is €93 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
€93
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 24 Nov 2024

Alpine View Motel
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is €53 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
€53
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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 22 Nov 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
The price is €127 per night from 7 Dec to 8 Dec
€127
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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! (575 reviews)
"A very comfortable and spacious room facing the Southern Ocean! It was friendly and clean with convenient parking. Just wish we could have stayed longer."

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2024

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Peninsula

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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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