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Whale Watch Cruise in Kaikoura
Outdoor & sports activities • Kaikoura

Whale Watch Cruise in Kaikoura

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English guided
3-5 hrs
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★ 4.5 (340) • 10K+ booked
NT$ 3,190
Wildlife Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
Tours • Kaikoura

Wildlife Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

Private tour
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★ 4.8 (43) • 1K+ booked
From NT$ 2,917
Kaikoura Small Group Whale Watch from Christchurch Tour
Tours • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Small Group Whale Watch from Christchurch Tour

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NT$ 5,542
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Kaikoura Wings Over Whales
Tours • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Wings Over Whales

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English guided
Up to 3 hrs
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★ 4.6 (18) • 400+ booked
From NT$ 4,558
Coastal Wildlife Adventure with Fur Seal Observation Tour
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Coastal Wildlife Adventure with Fur Seal Observation Tour

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★ 4.9 (8) • 50+ booked
NT$ 3,555
Seal Pedal Kayak Tour in Kaikoura
Tours • Kaikoura

Seal Pedal Kayak Tour in Kaikoura

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★ 4.2 (5) • 200+ booked
NT$ 2,534
Kaikoura Zip-line Experience
Outdoor & sports activities • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Zip-line Experience

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★ 5.0 (5) • 100+ booked
NT$ 3,628

Hotels in Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura
Hotels • Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

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★ 4.6 (274)
From NT$ 3,935
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Hotels • Kaikoura

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

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★ 4.3 (382)
From NT$ 1,798
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Hotels • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Quality Suites

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★ 4.5 (257)
From NT$ 2,914
Alpine View Motel
Hotels • Kaikoura

Alpine View Motel

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★ 4.2 (507)
From NT$ 2,749
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
Hotels • Kaikoura

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

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★ 4.5 (587)
From NT$ 6,580
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
Hotels • Kaikoura

Glenburn Coastal Retreat

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★ 5.0 (51)
From NT$ 9,403
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Hotels • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel

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★ 4.4 (326)
From NT$ 4,202
Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
Hotels • Kaikoura

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses

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★ 5.0 (4)
From NT$ 32,307
Lobster Inn Motel
Hotels • Kaikoura

Lobster Inn Motel

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★ 4.1 (9)
From NT$ 3,468
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Hotels • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

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★ 4.6 (485)
From NT$ 3,532
Lemon Tree Lodge
Hotels • Kaikoura

Lemon Tree Lodge

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★ 4.7 (38)
From NT$ 6,410
Kaikoura Beach Motel
Hotels • Kaikoura

Kaikoura Beach Motel

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★ 4.3 (304)
From NT$ 2,655

Reviews of Kaikoura activities

Nurlissya *******
2025-12-08 15:10:00
Fantastic 5.0
It was a very pleasant experience. We were prepared for sea sickness, so weren’t too badly affected despite warnings for high chance of sea sickness. It was amazing to be able to see 2 different kinds of whales up close, along with some other wildlife! Perhaps would be better if they sold some snacks or sea sickness remedies on board.
CHIU *********
2025-11-17 02:50:01
Fantastic 5.0
highly recommended!!!! the coach was very friendly and caring, also suitable for first-time player!!
Anastasiia *******
2025-08-07 21:09:07
Fantastic 5.0
We are thrilled! Top-notch! 10 out of 10! Our guide Mark is a real elf! And an incredibly cool guy. The seals are adorable.
Elle **
2025-12-28 16:46:08
Fantastic 5.0
really enjoyed myself. managed to see some seals. no paddle was required which made the ride a lot easier. guide was amazing and informative as well! will recommend :)
Klook User
2025-12-08 22:33:52
Fantastic 5.0
We had such a fun experience, the 3 guides Charlotte, Angela and Aiden were all top notch super friendly and funny. We enjoyed the mini bus ride to the mountain as well as the short nature walks between ziplines during which we spotted some local fauna and flora. Safety was excellent and the 5 ziplines were all amazing with different lengths, heights and speeds. Would do this again in a heartbeat!
Jin ***************
2025-11-26 12:51:14
Fantastic 5.0
Sizable room, beach towel can be requested, note the office hours. There is a shared laundry room with washer and dryer. There is a shared room with microwave.
클룩 회원
2025-11-23 08:58:15
Fantastic 5.0
People usually go to Kaikoura for sea, dolphin watching swims, and various activities. Mondello Kaikoura is very friendly. The accommodation is also very close to the amenities. And although it's not 100%, if you request a late check-out in advance, they will do it for free depending on the situation~ The room condition is also good and they are very friendly. It's perfect for dolphin watching swims and late check-out!! You can wash up and leave comfortably!

Quick facts about Kaikoura

Local weather

  • DEC - FEB
    21°13°

    Summer

  • MAR - MAY
    17°10°

    Fall

  • JUN - AUG
    12°

    Winter

  • SEP - NOV
    17°

    Spring

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1TWD = 0.05NZD

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    When departing from Kuala Lumpur

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