Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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 Kaikōura 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 Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

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

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

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.

Kaikoura District Museum

Activities

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

AU$120
per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

AU$160
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

AU$351
per adult
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

AU$365
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

AU$199
per adult
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)
Kaikoura Helicopters and Glenstrae Farm 4 Wheel Adventures. Kaikoura New Zealand

Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

AU$867
per adult
Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure
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Our pick of the best Kaikoura Peninsula Hotel Deals

The Point Bed & Breakfast

The Point Bed & Breakfast

4 out of 5
85 Fyffe Quay, Kaikoura
Stay at this 4-star B&B in Kaikōura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
Great B&B near seal colony
"What a fantastic B&B! A beautiful house with amazing views of the ocean! There was a little confusion about check-in I would recommend calling ahead the day before just to make sure they know you’re coming. However, Peter answered the call immediately and got us checked in. The 2 outdoor kitties ..."

Reviewed on 19 July 2025

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The Point Bed & Breakfast
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is AU$208 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$208
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (416 reviews)
"Quite new building and pleasant stay"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is AU$113 per night from 24 Sept to 25 Sept
AU$113
24 Sept - 25 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (328 reviews)
"We arrived early and our room was avaliable so we were able to go in"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Mondello Kaikoura

Mondello Kaikoura

3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is AU$153 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
AU$153
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (386 reviews)
Clean and spacious
"Lovely staff who included a birthday gift and card which was a nice surprise . Good view in the distance. Room overlooks gravelled vacant land then mountains. Spacious and Very clean, bed comfortable."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Mondello Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is AU$153 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$153
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (549 reviews)
"The owners were fantastic people. Very thoughtful of our comfort & moved us due to an issue with the apartment booked. Great spot, super clean & would definitely return. Very kind when our grandson had a minor bump - it’s amazing what a paua shell will do to fix the issue… thanks heaps"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is AU$90 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$90
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (417 reviews)
"Clean tidy friendly"

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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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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