Kaikoura Whale Watching Vacations

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Kaikoura- wildlife viewing | Jun 17 07'

by Beverley and Jamie a 26 year old female traveling as a couple from Essex, on vacation in Kaikoura

"Saw 2 sperm whales, whale watching, good hostel and bought mum a tree!"

On the way from Christchurch to Kaikoura we stopped at Hanmer Springs. There they had nice natural hot springs, so thought we should stop to warm u... Continue reading »
Whale Watching! | Feb 18 07'

by Adria a real traveler from Washington, on vacation in Kaikoura

We arrived with enough time left in the day to set up a whale watching tour for the next morning - 7:45 AM to be exact - ouch! I was really hoping... Continue reading »
Getting friendly with the Dolphins in Kaikoura! | Mar 11 08'

by Mike & Madeline a 32 year old female traveling as a couple from Exminster, on vacation in Kaikoura

"all around us, a pod of about 450 Dusky dolphins! "

The Ferry…or Le ferry?! So up we got and headed down to the InterIslander ferry port for our 7.30am check in. It was reminiscent of waiting at Pl... Continue reading »
Seaside and Whale-Watching | Apr 02 07'

by Cate a 20 year old female from Beverley, on vacation in Kaikoura

"Whales are very big and dolphins very funny"

So we bumped around in the back of the campervan for what seemed like days until we arrived at Kaikoura...there were people...are cafes and BARS!!!... Continue reading »

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Day 64: Wellington – Picton - Kaikoura

This morning we boarded the ferry to Picton, leaving the North shore (and its rain hopefully) behind us and commencing our tour of the So... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler D&J
South Island makes fantastic first impression

28th: Left my Wellingtonian home behind me and set out for the South Island. Is about a 3 hour ferry crossing, but I got to watch Happy F... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Flo
Dolphins and Whales :o)

Jes:Our travels from the grey place took us on to Hamner Springs where Al had a fantastic time (hopefully he will wright about this) then... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler Jes & Al's Travels
Day 65: Kaikoura - Christchurch

Breakfast served on the balcony in our room, having been upgraded – another spectacular view of the sea and the mountains. Today’s big ev... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler D&J
Wellington to Kaikoura

Super ferry trip from Wellington to the South Island through lots of little inlets, very scenic, beautiful weather. Then a day in Kaikour... Continue reading »

by Real Traveler MaxAndJackie