Kaikoura Peninsula
Kaikōura
Visit Kaikoura Peninsula
Popular places to visit
Peninsula Walkway
Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.
Point Kean Seal Colony
Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Mount Fyffe
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Kaikoura District Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Fyffe House
You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula
The Point Bed & Breakfast
What a fantastic B&B! A beautiful house with amazing views of the ocean! There was a little confusion about check-in I would recommend calling ahead the day before just to make sure they know you’re coming. However, Peter answered the call immediately and got us checked in. The 2 outdoor kitties ...
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025
Sudima Kaikoura
A beautiful hotel in a great location on the seafront. The staff were super helpful. A bit disappointed that the outside pool area was closed due to maintenance even though we were assured it would be open!
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Kaikoura Quality Suites
The staff was very helpfull especially the manager who was more than accomadating with our late arrival. The room was very clean and nicely laid out with everything supplied in a kitchenette. The close proximity to the water and town were very usefull.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Great place
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Mondello Kaikoura
Perfect
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
We had a lovely stay at the Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments and were well looked after by Poppy and the team. Clean and spacious apartment rooms and the oven and washer/dryer were a great bonus.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Kaikoura Peninsula
South Bay
Though South Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.
