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Whale Watch Kaikoura
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in New Zealand

Whale Watch Kaikoura

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Whale Watch Kaikoura is an iconic marine experience in Kaikoura on New Zealand's South Island. What makes the Kaikoura waters unique is a submarine canyon approx. two kilometers deep that runs close to the coast, creating a rich marine food chain that keeps sperm whales in nearshore waters year-round—making it one of the few places in the world where wild sperm whales can be viewed up close throughout the year. After setting out to sea by boat, a common sight is a massive male sperm whale surfacing to blow a spout, then raising its tail flukes high and diving deep into the sea, with a single dive typically lasting several tens of minutes. Along the way, there is also a chance to encounter pods of dusky dolphins, known for their acrobatic flips and leaps, with a single pod numbering up to several hundred; Hector's dolphins are a small dolphin species endemic to New Zealand, appearing in small groups near the coast and are quite rare; New Zealand fur seals also often rest on the rocks along the route. Migratory cetaceans such as humpback whales and killer whales occasionally appear, mostly in the winter months. The landscape of Kaikoura, backed by snow-capped mountains and facing the sea, is itself an impressive sight during the voyage. Weather at sea is changeable, and trips may be canceled when the wind and waves are strong, so checking the day's sailing conditions before you set out can save you an unnecessary trip.

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1-day Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island, New Zealand [Includes Weta Workshop + Themed Lunch]
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Wellington: Wētā Workshop 90-minute Tour
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Wellington's Original LOTR Experience - includes Weta and Lunch
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Wētā Workshop Guided Transfers & Tour
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Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour
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Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting
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Marlborough: Full-Day Wine and Seafood Tour with Cruise
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Full Day Winemakers Tour in Marlborough
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From Picton: Marlborough Sounds Cruise with Seafood
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Quad Biking Adventure - Bayview Circuit
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Queen Charlotte Track: Cruise & Self-Guided Hike from Picton
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Wellington City to Coast Highlights Guided Tour
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Wellington City to Coast Highlights Tour (with Lunch)
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Pure New Zealand Wilderness Tour
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Nelson: Guided Quad Biking Tour Through Forest and Farmland
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E70***48August 16, 2021
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alright not too bad I would say

Cloudy Bay Vineyards

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TodemmyMay 22, 2020
5.0
This is a really good museum center. The quality, detail and variety of the exhibits are impressive. The design and layout are very well thought out. I was particularly impressed and even shocked by the Stalingrad exhibit. This is an experience not to be missed.

Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre

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111***97October 24, 2026
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I took seasickness medication beforehand. The sea wasn't too windy that day, but there were still some swells, and I felt a little seasick when the boat first set off at a low speed. The boat was very clean, and the crew was very attentive to service. We didn't see many whales that day, and the ones we did see weren't very big; I only caught a glimpse of a whale's tail once. Overall, it was a good experience. The only downside was that it's about a 2.5-hour drive from Christchurch, but thankfully, the journey passes through vineyards, and there are a few wineries worth visiting.

Whale Watch Kaikoura

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王海娃子October 20, 2019
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New Zealand has only a hundred years of history, and the museum mainly tells the history of the Maori people. The totems and handicrafts of the indigenous people still have their shining side from the perspective of modern people.

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Don't miss these attractions in Blenheim: Cloudy Bay Vineyards, Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre, and Pollard Park. If you like Culture & history, try 1-day Lord of the Rings Tour in Wellington, North Island, New Zealand [Includes Weta Workshop + Themed Lunch]. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour.

You can give Marlborough: Hop-On Hop-Off Wine, Brewery, and Wonders Tour and Taste the Valley Wine Tour in Marlborough with Wine Tasting a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

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