South Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
AU$246
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
AU$166
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
AU$163
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
AU$150
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best South Bay Hotel Deals
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
Kaikoura
The price is AU$220 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$220
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
"Very easy to check in and out, tidy and clean house, good bed, pillows, linen and towels. Heat pump kept it cost when the weather took a turn. Great for a pet. Cheers"
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay Kaikoura
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
"This was a good batch to stay in for 3-4 people, being comfort and cozy. Utilities and expectations were communicated clearly which was nice. The parking space is good and the batch is close to the bay jetties.While the batch itself was good, the cleanliness of it wasn’t the best. Old leaky trash ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Beach front cottage
Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$298 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$298
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (37 reviews)
"Lovely place, perfectly appointed and clean. Great communications with the owner.Perfect location, only issue was the weather!"
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026
The Kaikoura Bach Retreat
Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum ...
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AU$263 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
AU$263
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
"Very comfy with all that we needed. Host was very obliging."
Reviewed on 28 July 2026
South Bay | Classic Bach | Close to Marina - KK48126
Kaikoura
The price is AU$233 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
AU$233
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location and cozy bach"
Reviewed on 20 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in South Bay
Find the best South Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
