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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Extended Flight Whale Watching & Mountain Tour
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Top hotels in South Bay
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Bay Cottages
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2025
Beach front cottage
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay | Great View | Classic Kiwi Bach
Other neighbourhoods around South Bay
Kaikoura Peninsula
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.
Kaikoura Flat
While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.