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
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
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Beautiful accommodations, modern, great check-in.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Blue Seas Motel
Beautiful view from the hotel to the sea. Lovely way to have a coffee and quiet start to day. Great stop on way through and easy for whole family.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Kitchen fully equipped with our cooking needs. Furniture comfortable, security good, parking excellent (undercover). Walking distance to main shopping area & short drive to supermarkets. The view to the ocean & mountains (snow-capped) was fantastic.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
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.
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.
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.
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
