Kaikoura Flat Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(81 reviews)

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

Mount Fyffe

4/5(27 reviews)

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

4/5(6 reviews)

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

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(80 reviews)

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.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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.

Kaikoura District Museum

Fyffe House

4/5(13 reviews)

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.

Fyffe House

Activities

Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

NZ$179
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

NZ$365
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

NZ$199
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

NZ$410
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour

NZ$395
per adult
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour
Flock of sea birds near boat for Kaikoura Albatross encounter boat tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura

NZ$360
per adult
Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura
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Our pick of the best Kaikoura Flat Hotel Deals

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is NZ$172 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$172
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (396 reviews)
"Very nice accomodation and a sincere thank you to Deka for your excellent customer service. Highly recommended. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 16 Jun. 2025

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Te Mahuru Retreat
Te Mahuru Retreat
3.5 out of 5
233 Schoolhouse Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is NZ$149 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$149
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly B&B in Kaikōura. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Kaikoura Beach and Kaikoura District ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
Beautiful gardens
"The hosts were warm and friendly. Breakfast was good & plentiful. Hot tub was easy to use & very relaxing. Lovely gardens that are beautifully maintained. A bit of a distance from Kaikōura so glad we had a car."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Te Mahuru Retreat
COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Township
The price is NZ$474 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$474
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
Fabulous and Unique
"A fantastic wee spot just moments outside Kaikoura. The wagon is truely sensational to stay in with incredible views over Mt Fyffe. We really enjoyed feeding the animals with our 23 month old son."

Reviewed on 8 Jan. 2022

COLONIAL WAGON + sleepout - Wacky Stays - 6 UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Wacky Stays
Wacky Stays
2.5 out of 5
12 Kowhai Ford Road, Kaikoura
The price is NZ$186 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$186
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified B&B in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Fyffe ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (76 reviews)
"Great stay, quaint little cottage & the kids thoroughly enjoyed the animal feeding"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Wacky Stays
LargeExecutive House
LargeExecutive House
Kaikoura
The price is NZ$491 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$491
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Kaikoura District ...
10/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
Excellent choice
"Just what we wanted. Thanks so much"

Reviewed on 21 May 2025

LargeExecutive House
Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Township
The price is NZ$374 per night from 1 July to 2 July
NZ$374
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly B&B in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Fyffe View ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
Night in a Yurt
"Was a cozy stay for a chilly night! Great hosts with clear communication, was exactly as stated! Would stay at wacky stays again for sure. Nice clean and comfortable facilities."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2025

Yurt - Wacky Stays - six UNIQUE rentals in Kaikoura
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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.

Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Flat

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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.

South Bay
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Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula

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