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 Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
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 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
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Top hotels in Kaikoura Peninsula
Sudima Kaikoura
The staff were helpful and welcoming
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Kaikoura Quality Suites
Perfect location for my whale watching trip.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
It was a good clean cabin and outside view in morning was mesmerising .. showers were good with full pressure and plus Hot pools were icing on top ! Having Tea Coffee amenities or cups atleast in room or kitchen for regular guest would be good .. Rest staff were good helpful ! Will visit soon.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Blue Seas Motel
Beautiful spot! Couldn’t have asked for a better spot on a clear warm night with walk up the road to point very special.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Kaikoura Boutique Hotel
Great location, very friendly staff. Wonderful place to stay.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Mondello Kaikoura
Clean room. Very clean bathroom. Great water pressure in the shower. Comfortable bed. Handy to have the kitchen for breakfasts. Very quiet. Super friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend. We will stay here again when next in Kaikoura.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
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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 Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe.
