Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Kaikōura
Visit Kaikoura Peninsula
Popular places to visit
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.
Point Kean Seal Colony
Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Fyffe
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Kaikoura Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe House
You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
"The room was clean and tidy but for price and 5 star rating I expect more. Couldn't fit a 1ltr milk in fridge without taking shelves out nothing would fit in door except those little milk potties for 1 cup... only 2 normal teabags supplied, no snacks etc. Tissue box looked pretty with the 4 tissues ..."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
"All very nice"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
"Tired room, badly patched walls. Good amenities, hot tub is great, bright room at night, curtains were not v good"
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
"We love this charming hotel and would stay here again!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
"Clean with view on upper floor."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
"Location was great with only 10 minute walk to shops and eateries. Parking provided free on site. Great views from level 1 room. Washing machine in the room was extremely handy. Robyn the manager was very genuine and helpful. Great place to stay."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Peninsula
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 Point Kean Seal Colony.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
