Kaikōura Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaikōura
Where to stay in Kaikōura
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.
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
Sudima Kaikoura
"Very clean and comfortable. Spacious room. Staff were polite and welcoming. Nothing negative to say."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
"Spacious room, easy drive into town and attractions"
Reviewed on 23 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
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
"Very nice shower, comfy bed, quiet, friendly welcome at check-in even though I arrived late! Super nice experience."
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Barnacle Bills
"The kitchen was great, it’s a lovely cottage set in beautiful gardens."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Bay Cottages
"Super great little place with courteous hosts !"
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
