Kaikoura Peninsula

Kaikōura

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 when you spend time 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 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

Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Kaikoura District Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Things to do

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

CA $111
per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

CA $148
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

CA $326
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

CA $338
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

CA $164
per adult
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

CA $164
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
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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 Jul. 19, 2025

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The Point Bed & Breakfast
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is CA $128 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $128
CA $147 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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! (393 reviews)
"Fantastic. And a nice price."

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is CA $53 per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
CA $53
CA $63 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
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! (408 reviews)
"Beautiful view. Great front desk service. Clean tidy and great facilities Will stay again"

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is CA $100 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $100
CA $115 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
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! (314 reviews)
"Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely stay again."

Reviewed on Jul. 5, 2025

Kaikoura Quality Suites
The White Morph - Heritage Collection

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

4.5 out of 5
92-94 The Esplanade, Kaikoura
The price is CA $99 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $99
CA $116 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star beach motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
Loved the stay here
"Arrived late at night in the middle of a storm and was given really clear, easy to follow instructions on how to find and access the room after hours. Was welcomed to a warm room that was beautiful & spacious, bed was super comfy, and in the morning opened the curtains to a stunning view of the beach ..."

Reviewed on Jul. 23, 2025

The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Kaikoura Beach Motel

Kaikoura Beach Motel

2.5 out of 5
124 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is CA $104 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
CA $104
CA $119 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (372 reviews)
"Close enough to the town centre to walk but far enough to be peaceful. Clean, well thought of, organized."

Reviewed on Jul. 20, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Peninsula

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South Bay

While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

South Bay
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Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat

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