Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Kaikōura
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.
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
Everything was great. Location, view, spacious modern room. Breakfast could use more varieties.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Hot tub was lovely and very welcome after a dip in the pool
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Roomy, great bathrooms, comfy beds. No hob/pans in the room (only a microwave) but they have BBQs. Very relaxed atmosphere. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Great location, tidy and clean. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Alpine View Motel
Clean and tidy also right on the beach
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Bathroom had no window and poor ventilation, so smelled a damp
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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 Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe.
