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Explore the stunning Kaikōura coast on this full-day small-group tour from Christchurch. We'll pick you up from your hotel or a central meeting point, then set off along State Highway 1, where dramatic cliffs, sweeping ocean views, and rolling farmland create the perfect backdrop for a day of adventure. Stop along the way for morning tea before arriving in Kaikōura for lunch.
Then stroll the scenic Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, visit seal colonies, or explore the charming township at your own pace. For wildlife enthusiasts and thrill-seekers, upgrade to include a whale-watching cruise, dolphin or albatross encounter, scenic flight, or an eco-zipline adventure.
*Please note: Independent third-party providers operate these activities, and availability is not guaranteed, particularly for last-minute bookings. Our standard tour cancellation policy applies.
After your Kaikōura adventure, relax on the scenic drive back to Christchurch, where you'll be dropped at your hotel or in the city.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be driving a whit minivan or car with Adventure By Nature Branding on the sides. They will also be dressed in an Adventure By Nature uniform, making them easy to find.
If you are being picked up at your hotel, please wait in the lobby; your guide will find you.
Itinerary
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1Kaikoura
Step inside the Kaikōura Museum to discover the region's rich history - from Māori heritage to early European settler stories to natural-history exhibits including local marine life and tsunami history.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Optional activity: The Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway is one of the region's most iconic coastal tracks, offering spectacular views and close encounters with wildlife. The walk loops around the peninsula and can be enjoyed as a short stroll or a longer hike, depending on your preference.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
Kaikoura (Pass by)
Enjoy the stunning coastal mountain ranges and dramatic sea views as you approach the township of Kaikōura.
Admission ticket free -
3
Optional activity. Explore the Kaikoura coast and see dolphins on a 3.5 hors dolphin encounter experence
3 hours • Admission ticket not included -
4
Optional activity. This immersive 3.5-hour experience begins with collection from central Kaikōura and a fully guided scenic journey in one of our air-conditioned minibuses to the beachfront airfield. From here, guests board a custom-built 4x4 vehicle to cross the iconic, braided waters of the Kahutara River. The adventure continues with a leisurely off-road ascent through the verdant valleys of Rakanui Station, past grazing stock and native bush, towards the starting point of their ziplining experience.
4 hours • Admission ticket not included -
5
Visit Ohau Point and see New Zealand Fur Seals in their natural habitat.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour includes 5 hours of travel from Christchurch to Kaikōura following state Highway 1
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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