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Discover 21 Experiences in Kaikoura on Trip.com, updated March 1, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From USD 69.77 per person, with an average total of USD 121.17. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 538 verified reviews, Experiences Kaikoura boast an average rating of 4.4.

This week's most popular Experiences: "Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat", with 229 reviews and a 4.3 rating.

Now on Trip.com: "Whale Watching in Kaikoura, New Zealand [Optional Cruise/Flight Tour]", a 4-hour adventure in Kaikoura!

The next available day tour departs on March 2, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!

Kaikoura Experiences usually take about 4 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!

84% of Kaikoura Experiences now offer English-speaking guides

March is the perfect time to visit Kaikoura! Choose from Experiences available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat.

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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
41 booked
FromUS$105.58
Kaikoura whale watching cruise [Please check availability before booking]
󱩳Very few spots left in February, please inquire before placing your order.
Duration: 3 hrs
FromUS$158.37
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
FromUS$104.33
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
FromUS$99.08
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Free cancellation
Duration: 210 mins
4.3/5
Good· 229 reviews
FromUS$109.96
Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain TOMO [Local Experienced Crew + Lobster Catching] in New Zealand's South Island
󱩳With local crew members familiar with Kaikoura's fishing conditions, they can locate fish schools and lobster habitats, making it easy for beginners to get started quickly.
Free cancellation
English
FromUS$69.77
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
FromUS$88.88
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.
Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews
FromUS$95.38
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Free cancellation
Duration: 11 hrs
4.2/5
Good· 67 reviews
FromUS$226.16
3-Hr Kayaking at Ohau Point Seal Colony [Kaikoura Pedal Kayaking Seal Watching Experience | Sunset Kayaking Adventure]
󱩳Join our popular seal kayaking tour for a close-up experience with playful fur seals in their natural habitat
Free cancellation
Duration: 3 hrs
FromUS$87.13
Kaikoura Whale Watching Flight Experience [40-minute flight experience + unique whale watching perspective + plenty of whale watching opportunities]
Duration: 40 mins
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review
FromUS$137.51
New Zealand Tourism South Island Kaikoura Sea Fishing Cruise Sea Lobster Steve/Tomo Captain RodFather
Duration: 4 hrs
FromUS$97.63
Kaikoura Sea Fishing Tour
Duration: 2–4 hrs
1.0/5
· 1 review
FromUS$83.64
Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise|Kaikoura Whale Watch
Duration: 4 hrs
FromUS$111.84
Kaikoura Whale Watching Tour in South Island, New Zealand - Regular Whale Watching Group - Go out to sea to watch the giant sperm whale - Go out to sea to watch the global whale migration in the northern and southern hemisphere / a variety of wild animals
Duration: 3–4 hrs
FromUS$129.41
Kaikoura Whale Watching in New Zealand [Optional Fixed Wing Aircraft/Helicopter|Multiple departure time available|Different cabins]
English
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review
FromUS$106.83
Kaikoura Wildlife Kayaking Experience | With English Guide
Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
FromUS$88.62
Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Go out to sea to watch whales]
Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
38 booked
FromUS$101.44
New Zealand South Island Kaikoura 3.5-hour boat trip to watch whales (free WIFI on board + no printing of e-tickets)
English
FromUS$104.20
Kaikoura Fixed Wing Whale Watching & Sightseeing Tour
Duration: 1–2 hrs
FromUS$161.64
Kaikoura sea fishing - ocean fishing and lobster catching (Captain Malcolm + 2-hour/3-hour options available) manual fishing rods. No trips from June 29 to July 10 due to winter break.
Duration: 2–4 hrs
FromUS$92.49
Hanmer Springs Bungy Jump, New Zealand
Duration: 30 mins
4.9/5
Excellent· 16 reviews
FromUS$134.45
Hanmer Springs Quad Bikes
Duration: 2 hrs
4.6/5
Satisfactory· 46 reviews
FromUS$109.77
Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough
Duration: 390 mins
4.9/5
Excellent· 143 reviews
FromUS$131.12

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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!