Things to Do in Kaikoura
Located on the east coast of New Zealand, Kaikoura is home to alpine and coastal scenery as well as a great range of things to do.
One of the greatest things about Kaikoura is its ability to act as a base for a wide range of tourist attractions. This is because, as well as being home to some of the most uniquely beautiful scenery in the world, Kaikoura is also accessible to enough activities and attractions to keep you busy for a long time!
Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park understands that there is a lot to see and do in the area so they offer a range of local savings for many of Kaikoura’s leading attractions and restaurants. By becoming a TOP 10 Club Member, you have access to discounted campsite, cabin or motel accommodation as well as local savings on some of the area’s most popular attractions.
TOP 10 Club Members Discounts Include:
Whale Watch Kaikoura
Offering daily tours, Whale Watch Kaikoura can give you the chance to get close to a range of New Zealand marine wildlife while experiencing the unique combination of alpine and coastal scenery.
www.whalewatch.co.nz
Encounter Kaikoura
With Encounter Kaikoura tours you can enjoy two of Kaikoura’s most popular forms of wildlife up close. Take a boat trip with Albatross Encounter and experience up to 14 different species of this beautiful bird or take a tour and see some of the area’s playful dolphins with Dolphin Encounter (discount does not apply to swimming with dolphins).
www.encounterkaikoura.co.nz
Seal Swim Kaikoura
For a totally unique experience, you can swim with some New Zealand Fur Seals. A curious, friendly and playful bunch, this is an experience that you will never forget.
www.sealswimkaikoura.co.nz
Maori Cultural Tours Kaikoura
A family owned and operated business, Maori Tours Kaikoura gives a rare and authentic cultural experience. Experience the history of New Zealand’s indigenous people and see how traditional Maori values have been adapted into today’s world.
www.maoritours.co.nz
Skydive Kaikoura
Enjoy Kaikoura’s breath-taking scenery from a unique angle. The area hosts mountains on one side and oceans on the other so you can get a full view of what makes Kaikoura such a beautiful place.
www.skydivekaikoura.co.nz
Top Catch Fishing Charter
With the abundance of marine life in Kaikoura it is no wonder that the area makes for prime fishing. Try your luck with a line or even potting for crayfish and catch yourself some delicious fresh fish to eat.
www.kaikourafishingcharter.co.nz
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
Home to a great range of activities, there is something for the whole family here. Check out the horse trekking, archery, luge and even a farm park with animals which range from a cockatoo to an emu or even a Himalyan Tahr.
kaikourahorsetrekking.co.nz
Walks Kaikoura
Though renowned for its wildlife, Kaikoura is also an ideal place for hiking, with tracks to suit whatever you wish to see. A great way to explore Kaikoura, guided walking tours can expose you to alpine, bush and cultural scenery all in the one area.
www.walkskaikoura.com
The Kaikoura Golf Club
Nestled between mountains and the ocean, Kaikoura’s golf course offers great scenery and a great game. This 18 hole golf course has something for every golfer, whatever the skill-level.
www.kaikouragolf.co.nz
Local Restaurants
After a big day of experiencing Kaikoura and all of its attractions, then you will likely be hungry. Check out the delicious food at local restaurants Tuti’s or Corianders and enjoy a meal with friends and family.
www.tutis.co.nz
www.corianders.co.nz
Book your Kaikoura accommodation with TOP 10 Holiday Parks so that you can start exploring this uniquely beautiful area of New Zealand.
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