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Whale Watch Kaikoura Whale Watching in Kaikoura, New Zealand [Optional Cruise/Flight Tour] Kaikoura whale watching cruise [Please check availability before booking]

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Whale Watch Kaikoura
󱩳Year-round is the perfect time to observe the sperm whale, one of Earth's largest toothed whales.
Free cancellation
Duration: 3 hrs
FromJPY 16,059
Whale Watching in Kaikoura, New Zealand [Optional Cruise/Flight Tour]
󱩳Answer the call of the ocean! In Kaikoura, you'll witness the magnificent sight of whales breaching the surface and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature!
Free cancellation
Duration: 4.5 hrs
48 booked
FromJPY 16,251
Kaikoura whale watching cruise [Please check availability before booking]
󱩳Very few spots left in February, please inquire before placing your order.
Duration: 3 hrs
FromJPY 24,032
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Free cancellation
Duration: 210 mins
4.3/5
Good· 229 reviews
FromJPY 16,935
Whale Watch Kaikoura Experience with Optional VIP Viewing Cabin (Close-up Whale Watching, Over 95% Success Rate)
󱩳Features a sickle-shaped hull design for enhanced seafaring adaptability, offering panoramic viewing with an additional spectator stand at the bow.
Free cancellation
Duration: 1.5–2 hrs
FromJPY 15,035
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Free cancellation
Duration: 11 hrs
4.2/5
Good· 67 reviews
FromJPY 34,924
Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Ian in New Zealand's South Island [Local experienced captain leads fishing trips, catch giant crayfish]
󱩳With the help of local crew members familiar with the fishing conditions in Kaikoura waters, even beginners can quickly get the hang of it.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews
FromJPY 14,682
Captain Ian's Kaikoura Fishing & Lobster Catching Tour (Electric Fishing Rods/Led by Experienced Local Captain) - South Island, New Zealand
󱩳Relax and enjoy the scenery of the sea, lakes, and mountains along the coastline. We depart from South Bay Pier to the nearest fishing spot, just a 10-minute drive away.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2.5 hrs
FromJPY 13,487
Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Whale Watching at Sea]
󱩳Answer the call of the ocean! Witness the magnificent sight of whales breaching the surface in Kaikoura and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature!
Free cancellation
Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 134 booked
FromJPY 15,657
2-Hour Paddleboarding [Kaikoura Wildlife Canoe Adventure (Spot Adorable Fur Seals on Your Canoe)]
󱩳Join the seal-watching kayak adventure and enjoy the breathtaking coastal views of Kaikoura
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Duration: 3 hrs
FromJPY 19,633

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Reviews: Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

Guest User2024-06-05

One of the things we love about New-Zeeland, is the fact that wildlife is kept wild. This also means that there is a big distance with the sperm whale. Therefore it’s sometimes hard to see or imagine how big they are We encountered 4 of them. One time they were swimming with them 3 next to each other. Even the crew was exited about this. We were lucky and the sea was also pretty calm, thank god for that haha. Crew was funny and kept us entertained. Don’t forget to look back when you are outside on the boat to see the mountain range. However, if we would do it again, we probably would go on a plane tour!

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Reviews: Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

Guest User2024-09-21

As this is a weather and nature/wildlife dependent activity, there is never a 100% guarantee that you will see whales. So, do approach with an open mind. The alternative nature tour offered was equally rewarding. We got to watch several dolphin pods playing, swimming near the catamaran and jumping off the waters, seals, several varieties of sea birds, albatrosses running on the water’s edge to take flight and so on. So, I still had a fun day.