- DEC - FEB21°13°
Summer
- MAR - MAY17°10°
Fall
- JUN - AUG12°6°
Winter
- SEP - NOV17°8°
Spring
Top things to do in Kaikoura
Whale Watch Cruise in Kaikoura
3-5 hrs
Free cancellation
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RON 485.45
Wildlife Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
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Private tour
English guided
Free cancellation
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RON 432.95
Kaikoura Small Group Whale Watch from Christchurch Tour
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RON 997.15
Christchurch Kaikoura Whale Watching or Fishing Experience
English guided
Free cancellation
From
RON 1,135.35
Seal Pedal Kayak Tour in Kaikoura
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English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RON 380.49
Kaikoura Wings Over Whales
English guided
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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From
RON 655.99
Kaikoura Zip-line Experience
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RON 522.19
Coastal Wildlife Adventure with Fur Seal Observation Tour
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English guided
Free cancellation
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RON 511.69
Christchurch Kaikoura Whale Watch Small Group Day Tour
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RON 3,561.65
Sunset Kayak Experience with Seal Sighting in Kaikoura
English guided
Evening departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
RON 380.49
Hotels in Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
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From
RON 400.62
Alpine View Motel
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RON 318.65
Kaikoura Quality Suites
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From
RON 362.44
Mondello Kaikoura
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From
RON 322.65
Lemon Tree Lodge
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From
RON 997.11
Koura Bay Resort
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From
RON 448.73
Glenburn Coastal Retreat
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From
RON 1,336.16
Willowbank Motel
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From
RON 553.31
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
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From
RON 521.86
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
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From
RON 423.41
Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast
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From
RON 803.03
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
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From
RON 789.52
Reviews of Kaikoura activities
Klook客路用户
2026-06-04 09:04:07
Our driver and guide, Joseph, was very professional and responsible, and even took us to explore some extra views. We were so lucky to have clear weather today and saw sperm whales, dolphins, and seals!
Xuan *********
2026-03-16 22:28:11
safety: the safety is well done
scenery: the scenery is great
kayak experience: it's good for newbie
Klook 用戶
2026-07-24 10:42:01
The whale watching activity was canceled due to bad weather, but the tour guide seemed inexperienced and unable to arrange and execute a backup plan in a timely manner. When we stopped along the way, they also didn't announce the meeting time. Luckily, the group members were quite good and didn't cause any delays. The guide did provide some brief commentary along the way, and there was someone in our group who didn't understand Chinese, but the guide hardly used English to accommodate them.
Klook用戶
2026-05-30 12:32:27
Our tour guide was incredibly enthusiastic, taking us to Tongue Point, a spot very close to the sea lions. The itinerary was well-planned, and even though the road conditions weren't the smoothest, we felt completely at ease with our guide. You definitely shouldn't miss this!
Ai ********
2026-04-10 19:30:32
It was a choppy ride with gale warning and high chance of sea sickness. Thankful that the ride proceeded and we got to see marama and tiaki whales and a school of dusky dolphins and fur seals
Zaira ***
2026-04-13 06:53:18
Booked Sudima Kaikōura via Klook and really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is new, clean, and located right by the beach with stunning ocean and mountain views—definitely a highlight. 
Rooms were spacious, modern, and comfortable, and it’s just a short walk to town which makes it very convenient. 
overall a great option if you’re staying in Kaikōura.
Chung *******
2026-04-22 14:08:58
The basic accommodation was okay; it didn't have many amenities and was a bit old. There was a strong smell of cleaning products, so we had to open the windows to air it out, but overall it was clean. The location is excellent, just a two-minute drive to a street with many restaurants.
Kaikoura at a glance
Quick facts about Kaikoura
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +12:00
No time difference
Currency
New Zealand Dollar
1RON = 0.38NZD
Official languages
English
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
11 hours
When departing from Kuala Lumpur
What to know before visiting Kaikoura
Quick overview of Kaikoura’s draw and rhythm
Kaikoura is best known for outdoor and nature experiences, with outdoor & sports activities and tours dominating bookings. Demand follows a strong seasonal rhythm, peaking toward the end of the year and dipping in autumn.
When to visit for crowds and prices
According to Klook booking data, demand peaks in December while the quietest month is October. Prices are generally stable through much of the year but rise into December — Klook data shows December as typically the priciest month and November as typically the cheapest. Travellers seeking lower prices and smaller crowds should consider visiting in October–November, while those after a lively, peak-season atmosphere will find December at its busiest and most expensive. Overall, prices and demand move together heading into December, with both demand and prices higher at year-end.
Tips for travellers from Malaysia
Most travellers book around a month ahead, with many locking in plans about 30 days before travel and some booking earlier; last-minute flexibility is possible within roughly two weeks. If you’re travelling in December (the peak), consider booking earlier to secure popular outdoor activities and tours; for October–November trips you can often find lower prices and smaller crowds. Use Klook to compare options and reserve activities suited to your travel window.
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