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  • Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
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    Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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    Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a...
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  • Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
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    Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit...
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  • Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura
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    Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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    A half day of adventure in nature awaits you in Kaikōura, with five zipline flights, totalling 2.2km, above lush rolling farmland, native forest, an interpretive...
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  • Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
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    Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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    This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak...
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  • Whale Watching Flight in Kaikoura
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    Whale Watching Flight in Kaikoura

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    Come fly with Wings Over Whales for an incredible opportunity to witness the largest toothed whales in the world from above! Whale watching from the...
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  • Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony
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    Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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    Spend quality time with one of the world's most exotic animals. You trek with your own llama, who walks on a lead, at your side,...
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  • Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

    Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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    Discover Kaikōura’s world renowned sperm whales & marine life with an unforgettable Whale Watching Flight. From above, you’ll have the ultimate vantage point to admire...
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  • Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

    Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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    Enjoy a 1hr Taster Llama Trek - along the Kowhai River banks and riverbed. Surrounded throughout by protected native woodland, and abundant wildlife....
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  • Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura
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    Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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    You’re going to love how easy it is to kayak in and around the beautiful Kaikōura Peninsula using the Hobie Mirage Drive Pedal. We have...
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  • Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

    Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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    Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty Sperm Whales that live...
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  • Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
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    Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit...
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  • Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

    Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! 100% guaranteed to view Fur Seals on all tours. Family Friendly -...
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  • 45 Minutes Whale Watching Ocean Safari Helicopter Tour Kaikoura
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    45 Minutes Whale Watching Ocean Safari Helicopter Tour Kaikoura

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    Depart from the helipads and head directly over the Kaikōura Whale Sanctuary to witness some of nature's most extraordinary marine life. This extended tour offers...
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     1 hour 15 minutes  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • 1-Hour Guided Whale Watching Premier Tour in Kaikōura

    1-Hour Guided Whale Watching Premier Tour in Kaikōura

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    This one hour whale watch experience shows you the incredible marine wildlife that exists here in Kaikōura, then takes you to the tops of the...
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  • Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

    Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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    Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North...
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

    Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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    Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from...
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  • Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
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    Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

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    An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you...
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

    Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

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    Within minutes of taking off from our beach from helipads, you will be in the spectacular environment that plays host to one of the worlds...
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  • 1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura
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    1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

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    This tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends. We are sure that you will enjoy this unique experience and...
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

    Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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    Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from...
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure
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    Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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    Cruise down the Kaikoura coastline to our exclusive hill top landing site where an ATV ( All-Terrain Vehicle) will be waiting to take you on...
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Q: What are the best kid-friendly options for Kaikoura Tours?

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