Kaikoura Holidays
Kaikoura holidaysin South Island
The small town of Kaikoura enjoys a spectacular setting wedged between the mountains and the ocean on the north east coast of South Island. It's the perfect place for marine life encounters, with whales, fur seals and dolphins living permanently in the surrounding coastal waters. Indeed Kaikoura is one of the only places in the world where you can easily see sperm whales. The region also offers excellent seafood, particularly the famous Kaikoura crayfish.
Why Visit Kaikoura?
- Whale watching in Kaikoura
- Dolphin and fur seal encounters
- Famous Kaikoura crayfish
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Kaikoura Travel Guide
Best time to go
Nelson and Marlborough are relatively sheltered and are New Zealand’s sunniest region. Warm, dry and settled weather is usual in summer, and while winter days may start with a frost are usually mild overall. Kaikoura also enjoys a mild and generally warm climate, although there is significant rainfall throughout the year. Whale watching is available year round.
Travel Information
Kaikoura is about 2 hours drive from either Christchurch or Picton.
Local currency
New Zealand dollar
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