Kaikoura Peninsula Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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 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
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Our pick of the best Kaikoura Peninsula Hotel Deals
The Point Bed & Breakfast
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 19 July 2025
Sudima Kaikoura
Nice hotel as you would expect. Super comfy bed staff on reception helpful. 10 minute walk in to central Kaikoura.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Friendly staff, clean room, great central location
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Great little cabin 2 beds, father and son on the road to Auckland from Christchurch - good TV and showers in the main male block great....just the main lights not working above them thought you might like to know (2 were 2 weren't) - hot water zip in the kitchen very welcome - all in all very good ...
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
This was a wonderful location and better than we hoped. Everyone was friendly and happy to answer all our questions. It was great to be able to easily walk across the road and sit on the beach to watch the sunrise.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Mondello Kaikoura
Good apartment close to town centre
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
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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 Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
