Book Kaikoura Whale Watching Tours

• Sail across the Kaikoura waters for an amazing whale-watching experience on a modern catamaran.
• Enjoy comfortable seating within the spacious and air-conditioned enclosed passenger cabins.
• Upgrade your ticket to VIP Captain's Cabin for greater comfort and exclusivities like priority boarding, transport, and cold drinks with a delicious local food pack.
• Learn about Kaikoura’s marine wildlife through the virtual display of “World of the Whales.”
• Capture beautiful photos of the surrounding view on the outside deck.
• Look out for marine mammals such as whales, seals, dolphins, and different species of sea birds.
• Feel welcomed and completely safe with a friendly team of experienced captains and tour hosts.

Inclusions

• 3-hour whale-watching cruise
• Spacious air-conditioned interiors
• Access to outside decks
• Marine wildlife animation on plasma TVs
• Free Wi-Fi aboard the cruise
• Priority boarding and transport (optional)
• Business-class seating (optional)
• Full-tour English narration (optional)
• Access to all other passenger areas (optional)
• Locally-made food boxes and cold drinks (optional)
• Exclusive viewing area on the top deck (optional)

The ticket has the following options you can choose from:

• Ocean Cabin
• VIP Captain’s Cabin

• Requests to upgrade bookings after the tour check-in begins will not include a food pack.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Ready for a unique whale of a time? Hop aboard a 30-minute flight over Kaikoura and catch the world's biggest mammal in their natural habitat.
• Sperm whales, humpback whales, Orca, and more—you will spot them all from the comfort of your window seat. Uninterrupted views are guaranteed!
• Get the lowdown on Kaikoura's sperm whales and marine life in a 15-min pre-flight briefing by an experienced crew, and feel secure with onboard gear.
• Not just whales, but also dolphins and birdlife await your lens in Kaikoura's canyon, against the picturesque backdrop of snow-capped mountain peaks.

Inclusions

• 30-min Kaikoura whale-watching flight
• 15-min pre-flight information and safety briefing
• Life jacket and safety equipment

• Tip: Bring polarized sunglasses to help reduce glare on the water's surface, making it easier to spot whales and other marine life beneath the surface.
• Each adult can accompany only 1 infant under 3 years old.
• Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests over the weight of 135kg (297.62lb).
• This experience is wheelchair accessible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Take to the skies and marvel at mighty Sperm Whales in all their glory – from head to tail!
• Fly low (as low as 150 meters!) over the ocean on this 30-minute whale-watching helicopter ride from Kaikoura.
• Get unobstructed views of the coastal shores and Kaikoura Seaward Mountain Ranges, with guaranteed window seats.
• Spot massive Sperm Whales – they're up to 18 meters long! Learn loads about these 60-ton behemoths during the engaging briefing.
• Go further offshore on the 40-minute flight or opt for the full experience with a 60-minute flight circling Mt. Fyffe.

Inclusions

• 30/40/60-minute flight (as per option selected)
• Informative briefing

Exclusions

• Hotel Transfers
• Audio guide

• Tip: Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins – they sometimes join the whale-watching party.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Escape to Kaikoura on a comfy day trip! Witness giant sperm whales, explore a lively seal colony, and indulge in Canterbury wines.
• Get round-trip hotel transfers from Christchurch, jump aboard a boat with an English-speaking guide, and learn about the town’s links to the Maori tribes.
• Spot whales breaching Kaikoura waters, look out for dolphins and humpbacks and watch an animated film picturing Kaikoura’s hidden fauna.
• Stretch your legs on your way back and stop by a vineyard to sip on some delicious fine wines and even meet the winemakers, all if time permits.

Inclusions

• 10-hour day trip to Kaikoura Whale Watch
• Round-trip hotel transfers in AC coach from Christchurch
• English-speaking guide
• Whale-watching tour by boat
• Fur seal colony viewing
• Vineyard visit and wine tasting (if time permits)

• Tip: Watch for the "blow" (puff of air) before whales come to the surface. It's your cue to snap pics! The blow is V-shaped for sperm whales and heart-shaped for humpbacks.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible.
• This trip accommodates 35 participants.
• Wineries close at 5pm daily and on some holidays as well. In such cases, a stop may not be possible.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 7 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Seal the deal on your visit to Kaikoura with a remarkable wildlife kayaking experience with expert guides.
• Don't miss out on the chance to get up close and personal with adorable fur seals and the rare blue penguins!
• With GORE-TEX dry pants and bonus dry bags for your camera included, you're all set for a splash-free adventure.
• Safety is key with briefing, gear, and even paddling lessons, so this experience is perfect for beginners too.
• Opt for the sunset evening tour for stunning views of the sunset as you kayak.

Inclusions

• Kayaking experience in Kaikoura
• Expert guide
• All equipment & training
• Family kayaking (optional)
• Sunset evening classic tour (optional)

• Tip: Even if you're not a morning person, join the 8:30 AM tour for the best interactions with marine life.
• It is recommended you bring sunglasses, a cap, running shoes or sandals, drinking water, a camera and a towel.
• The guided family kayaking tour requires a minimum of 2 guests.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.