Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Kaikoura District Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Activities
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Our pick of the best Kaikoura Peninsula Hotel Deals
Sudima Kaikoura
Loose tap in bathroom and shower knob. No coffee maker available
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Nice room nice staff, easy parking. All good
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Very welcoming staff, clean fantastic well equipped rooms. Hot pools were free and real treat. Highly recommend!!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Mondello Kaikoura
The staff were welcoming, the room was clean, and it was a great choice for a one-night stay.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Everything was excellent. Easiest check-in with keys waiting in the apartment, new and spotless apartment with dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. Very happy.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Location was perfect. The host at desk was incredible.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
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.
