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
Happy hour staff not polite $62 for 4 drinks during happy hour ? 2 wine and 2 beer A little on the expensive side for happy hour
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Very clean and tidy room and facilities. Comfortable bed. Good shower pressure. Allocated parking but ours was a bit tight for a larger vehicle. On a busy road but don't hear any traffic noise. Lovely outlook.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Great property in the quieter end of town. Excellent facilities. Opposite the beach. Parking to hand. Highly recommended. Note the check in details from Expedia are not quite correct. check-in is 2-6pm and reception reopens at 2. Expedia says reception is only open until 10am. The email I received ...
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Blue Seas Motel
Great next to sea
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
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 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.
Things to do
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
