South Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 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.
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.
Activities
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Our pick of the best South Bay Hotel Deals
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
"Great location."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
"BBQ was the best I've seen at a batch"
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126
"This property has only 1 bathroom/toilet, though there are 2 bedrooms with several beds."
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
"Lovely clean, comfortable and well set up accommodation. Good location one street back from beach. Kylie our host was wonderful to deal with so courteous and helpful. This was our second stay here with our little dog Cora. We could all relax and enjoy our stay confident in the knowledge that Cora ..."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Beach front cottage
"Always the best place to stay"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
K'orca Cottage by the sea
"We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It is directly across the road from the beach and the views are amazing. The cottage is comfortable with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We only had contact with Gail the host via text message, but she was welcoming and happy to be contacted when needed. ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Bay
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
