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Kaikōura

Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand
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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

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.

Mount Fyffe

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.

Point Kean Seal Colony

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.

Kaikoura Museum

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 View Ranch Adventure Park

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.

Fyffe House

Things to do

Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

Rp2.817.240
per adult
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Rp2.141.102
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

Rp3.790.468
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
EcoZop Kaikoura dual ziplines

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

Rp2.038.657
per adult
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura
Picture 7 for Activity Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

Rp1.423.987
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

Rp1.792.789
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
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Top hotels in South Bay

Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura
Stay at this beach cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
"Super great little place with courteous hosts !"

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.414.064 per night from 26 May to 27 May
Rp1.414.064
Rp1.626.174 total
26 May - 27 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (580 reviews)
"Great location clean new rooms and comfy beds fabulous stay"

Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp1.151.416 per night from 23 May to 24 May
Rp1.151.416
Rp1.324.139 total
23 May - 24 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
"Yes had functioning kitchen toilet wasn't clean sadly otherwise cosy."

Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is Rp820.963 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
Rp820.963
Rp944.107 total
11 Jun - 12 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (493 reviews)
"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

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

4.5 out of 5
146 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is Rp1.562.442 per night from 30 May to 31 May
Rp1.562.442
Rp1.796.808 total
30 May - 31 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (376 reviews)
"We love this charming hotel and would stay here again!"

Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd Kaikoura Canterbury
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.299.235 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
Rp1.299.235
Rp1.494.120 total
2 Jun - 3 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (460 reviews)
"Clean with view on upper floor."

Reviewed on 16 May 2026

Mondello Kaikoura
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Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

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
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

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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