Top things to do in Kaikoura

Looking for all the must-do activities in Kaikoura, NZ? Surrounded by golden shores and alpine landscapes, you'll be in awe of what this region has to offer. Discover our wide range of tours, activities & attractions and more here!

Top things to do in Kaikoura

Looking for all the must-do activities in Kaikoura, NZ? Surrounded by golden shores and alpine landscapes, you'll be in awe of what this region has to offer. Discover our wide range of tours, activities & attractions and more here!

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Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura
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Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

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from $161.00
Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura
Whale Watch Kaikoura
Whaleway Station Rd, Kaikoura, NZ 7340
Head out on a whale watching adventure at NZ's premier whale destination - Kaikoura - with one of the country's best whale watching tour companies.
AUD161
Kaikoura Ziplining Tour - 3.5 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Ziplining Tour - 3.5 Hours

from $173.88
Kaikoura Ziplining Tour - 3.5 Hours
EcoZip Adventures Kaikōura
11 West End, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Experience Kaikoura's mountain and sea views on the 3.5 hour EcoZip Kaikoura ziplining tour, featuring a 4x4 expedition, short nature walk and 5 ziplines.
AUD173.88
Dolphin Encounter Swim
Kaikoura

Dolphin Encounter Swim

from $220.80
Dolphin Encounter Swim
96 Esplanade, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Experience the thrill of swimming with dolphins in Kaikoura, New Zealand. Book your dolphin encounter in Kaikoura today and make unforgettable memories.
AUD220.8
Kaikoura Wildlife Kayaking Tour - 3 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Wildlife Kayaking Tour - 3 Hours

from $138.00
Kaikoura Wildlife Kayaking Tour - 3 Hours
Kaikoura Kayaks
19 Killarney Street, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Discover the secret life of New Zealand's fur seals whilst kayaking with them in their natural environment.
AUD138
Kaikoura Quad Biking Tour - 2.5 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Quad Biking Tour - 2.5 Hours

from $155.48
Kaikoura Quad Biking Tour - 2.5 Hours
2386 State Highway 1, Oaro, Canterbury 7384
Get off the beaten track on an exciting 2.5 hour Kaikoura quad biking tour surrounded by Kaikoura's mountains. No previous experience required!
AUD155.48
30 Minute Kaikoura Whale Watch Seaplane Flight
Kaikoura

30 Minute Kaikoura Whale Watch Seaplane Flight

from $230.00
30 Minute Kaikoura Whale Watch Seaplane Flight
Kaikoura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā, Canterbury 7374
Whale watching by aeroplane offers a unique perspective and the opportunity to view whales and dolphins in their natural environment.
AUD230
Kaikoura Sea Kayak Hire For 2 - 4 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Sea Kayak Hire For 2 - 4 Hours

from $147.20
Kaikoura Sea Kayak Hire For 2 - 4 Hours
Kaikoura Kayaks
Kaikoura, Canterbury, NZS 7300
AUD147.2
Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure Helicopter Flight - 80 Minutes
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure Helicopter Flight - 80 Minutes

from $1375.40
Kaikoura Ultimate Adventure Helicopter Flight - 80 Minutes
South Pacific Helicopters
Kaikoura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā, Canterbury 7374
The Kaikōura Ultimate Adventure is an incredible experience capturing the best of Kaikōura’s magnificent coastal shores and landscapes from the air.
AUD1375.4
Mt Fyffe Heli Gin Scenic Flight with Grazing Platter - 90 Minutes
Kaikoura

Mt Fyffe Heli Gin Scenic Flight with Grazing Platter - 90 Minutes

from $3496.00
Mt Fyffe Heli Gin Scenic Flight with Grazing Platter - 90 Minutes
South Pacific Helicopters & Wings Over Whales
58 West End, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Marvel at breathtaking mountain views as you fly around Kaikoura on a helicopter ride and sip on gin and a grazing platter from the foothills of Mt Fyffe.
AUD3496
Kaikoura Family Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Family Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours

from $124.20
Kaikoura Family Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours
Seal Kayak Kaikoura
18 Beach Road, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Looking for Kaikoura family activities that everyone will love? Look no further than the three-hour Kaikoura seal kayak family tour. Book now!
AUD124.2
Kaikoura Scenic Helicopter Flight - 40 Minutes
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Scenic Helicopter Flight - 40 Minutes

from $731.40
Kaikoura Scenic Helicopter Flight - 40 Minutes
South Pacific Helicopters
Kaikoura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā, Canterbury 7374
On this 40 minute Kaikoura flight you'll discover the stunning scenery of the coastline, mountain ranges and even witness earthquake damage from the air.
AUD731.4
Kaikoura Premier Whale Watching Helicopter Flight - 1 Hour
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Premier Whale Watching Helicopter Flight - 1 Hour

from $1150.00
Kaikoura Premier Whale Watching Helicopter Flight - 1 Hour
South Pacific Head Office
58 West End, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Taking you to the tops of the Seaward Kaikoura Ranges for a landing in the alpines, this 1 hour whale watching helicopter flight is one not to be missed.
AUD1150
Whale Watch Explorer Helicopter Flight - 30 Minutes
Kaikoura

Whale Watch Explorer Helicopter Flight - 30 Minutes

from $230.00
Whale Watch Explorer Helicopter Flight - 30 Minutes
South Pacific Helicopters
Kaikoura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā, Canterbury 7374
Book this 30 minute Kaikoura scenic helicopter flight to combine a thrilling scenic joy flight along the Kaikoura coastline and whale watching from the air!
AUD230
Kaikoura Whale Watch Ocean Safari Helicopter Flight - 45 Minutes
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Whale Watch Ocean Safari Helicopter Flight - 45 Minutes

from $731.40
Kaikoura Whale Watch Ocean Safari Helicopter Flight - 45 Minutes
South Pacific Helicopters & Wings Over Whales
Kaikoura Airport, 617 State Highway 1, Peketā, Canterbury 7374
Enjoy abundant Kaikoura marine life including playful dusky dolphins and curious New Zealand fur seals on this 45 minute whale watching helicopter flight.
AUD731.4
Kaikoura Seal Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours
Kaikoura

Kaikoura Seal Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours

from $124.20
Kaikoura Seal Kayak Pedal Tour - 3 Hours
Seal Kayak Kaikoura
18 Beach Road, Kaikōura, Canterbury 7300
Get up close to New Zealand fur seals on a three-hour Kaikoura seal kayak tour, an adventure filled with wildlife encounters and picturesque scenery.
AUD124.2

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Featuring a delightful blend of both land and marine activities, Kaikoura offers something for anyone who's got an appreciation for the outdoors. The extensive list of things to do in Kaikoura includes whale watching and dolphin-watching experiences just off the coast, coloured scuba diving spots, caving adventures and scenic hiking opportunities. The things to do in Kaikoura, New Zealand, prove why this region is growing in popularity every year. But, the best way to admire the scenery is above on breathtaking helicopter flights that will hover over the animal sanctuary for a spot of whale watching or a unique landing on a secluded glacier. Book your experiences below with a few simple clicks and transform your Kaikoura visit into something truly unforgettable.