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Canterbury - Kaikoura Whales, Dolphins, Seals and Penguins

Kaikoura, famous for its crayfish, is located in the Canterbury region. Kaikoura is a popular tourist destination for whale watching and swimming with the dolphins.

Experience a unique whale, dolphin, seal or penguin encounter in Kaikoura, New Zealand. Take a whale or dolphin watching cruise, swim with whales or dolphins, or visit a seal or penguin colony.

Select whales, dolphins, seals and penguins in Kaikoura, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Canterbury area.

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DOLPHIN ENCOUNTER - Kaikoura

Dolphin watching and swimming in Kaikoura. Get wonderful views of the spectacular and acrobatic dusky dolphins from one of our boats. See the dolphins in their natural environment with the option to swim amongst these friendly creatures. Swimming with the dolphins is an experience of a lifetime...(more)

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+64 3 319 6777

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0800 733 365 (only within NZ)

Address

96 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand

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WHALE WATCH - Kaikoura

New Zealand's ultimate year-round nature experience offering exciting close encounters with giant sperm whales. Kaikoura's semi-resident sperm whales share their unique world with other whale and dolphin species, seals and albatross—all regularly sighted. Our 95% success rate means we guarantee an 80% refund if your tour doesn't see a whale...(more)

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Phone

+64 3 319 6767

Toll Free

0800 WHALES (only within NZ)

Address

Railway Station Road, Kaikoura, New Zealand

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WINGS OVER WHALES - Kaikoura

While you are in New Zealand head for Kaikoura and go whale watching, by aeroplane! It's the way to view whales and mountains. In a 30-minute flight you will see the majestic Sperm Whale preparing for his next dive and up to 500 Dusky Dolphins. You may also fly over Kaikoura Peninsula and see evidence of Maori fortifications...(more)

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Phone

+64 3 319 6580

Toll Free

0800 2CMOBY (only within NZ)

Address

Kaikoura Airfield, PO Box 55, Kaikoura, New Zealand

Kaikoura Kayaks - Kaikoura '
The Kaikoura coast is home to an abundance of marine life and sea birds. There is no better way to explore this fascinating environment than to paddle your own sea kayak on a safe, guided tour with us. No experience or swimming ability necessary!..(more)