Kaikoura Whales, Dolphins, Seals and Penguins
Kaikoura is a popular holiday town, backed by the dramatic Kaikoura Seaward Range. The town is famous for its crayfish, whales, dolphins and seals. Many nature cruises offer exciting whale watching or dolphin watching experiences. If you don't mind getting wet, you may be able to swim with the dolphins or whales. You can also visit a penguin colony or stroll the coast to see Kaikoura seals. more
Kaikoura Whale Watching
Whale watching in Kaikoura is famous world wide and not to be missed. Humpback, beaked, blue, minke, sei, fin, pilot and killer whales are often sighted in Kaikoura at different times of the year, but almost always there are the huge resident sperm whales. These sperm whales enjoy the rich diet of the Kaikoura waters while building up their strength to move to the mating grounds of the warm north. Whales regularly dive to depths of one kilometer and sperm whales have been known to dive to 3 kilometres. They can hold their breath for up to two hours. Often other marine life is seen such as dolphins and seals. Whale Watch Kaikoura have been operating whale watch tours for many years while you are also able to fly to gain a birdseye view.
Kaikoura Swimming with Dolphins
Another popular activity in Kaikoura is a swim with dolphins. This is available year round and another ‘must do’ activity. Kitted out in a wetsuit, you will be taken by boat to get close to the dolphins. A swim with the dolphins can get you as close as an arms length away and the dolphins may be in a playful. While you aren’t guaranteed to see or swim with the dolphins, most dolphin tours offer some sort of refund in the unlikely event that this should occur.
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DOLPHIN LODGE
DOLPHIN LODGE
Small, homely hostel situated just two minutes walk from Kaikoura town centre, Spectacular sea and mountain views. No traffic noise. Relax and enjoy the view from the sunny deck or garden in peace. Lounge in the hot spa or hammock or cosy up by the log fire. We can arrange tours for swimming with dolphins, whale watching. Bikes for hire....