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Discover 15 Experiences in Kaikoura on Trip.com, updated January 19, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!
From TRY 1,862.20 per person, with an average total of TRY 5,220.06. Choose the option that suits your plan.
With 325 verified reviews, Experiences Kaikoura boast an average rating of 4.6.
This week's most popular Experiences: "Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat", with 229 reviews and a 4.3 rating.
Now on Trip.com: "Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Whale Watching at Sea]", a 3-hour adventure in Kaikoura!
The next available day tour departs on January 20, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!
Kaikoura Experiences usually take about 3 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!
100% of Kaikoura Experiences now offer English-speaking guides
January is the perfect time to visit Kaikoura! Choose from Experiences available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat.
Your trip, worry-free! All day tours are run by licensed suppliers with verified reviews, and many include free cancellation before departure.
15 results for Kaikoura Experiences
![Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Whale Watching at Sea]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0353i12000p7ci6cpC89A_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3–3.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 118 bookedFromTRY 4,222.51![Kaikoura whale watching cruise [Please check availability before booking]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0356a12000p5v42cu237F_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 3 hrsEnglishFromTRY 6,747.10
FromTRY 4,220.99![Milford Sound cruise sightseeing tour [Multiple vessels available + wildlife encounters and waterfall visits]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582a12000qxnsctv4425_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
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Duration: 2–3 hrsEnglish4.8/5Very good· 4 reviews· 128 bookedFromTRY 3,545.82![New Zealand Mount Cook Tasman Glacier/Fox Glacier/Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Tour + Glacier Hike [Professional equipment provided, blue ice cave experience]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586p12000n184j7s11FF_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Trip.SelectDuration: 3–4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 5 reviews· 283 bookedFromTRY 18,135.10
Trip.SelectDuration: 2–4 hrsEnglish4.5/5Satisfied· 2 reviews· 61 bookedFromTRY 8,742.75
Duration: 2–4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 3 reviews· 126 bookedFromTRY 3,832.35
FromTRY 3,786.47![Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Melcome in New Zealand's South Island [Led by an Experienced Captain, Even Beginners Can Reel in Fish and Catch Giant Lobsters]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0584e12000qabggli9CE8_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 2–3 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 reviewFromTRY 3,685.49![Kaikoura Fishing with Captain TOMO/IAN [Deep Sea Fishing & Lobster Catching]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582612000qx3abep90EC_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 2–4 hrsEnglish58 bookedFromTRY 3,789.43![Whale Watching in Kaikoura, New Zealand [Optional Cruise/Flight Tour]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586212000o2u8q6e6B32_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 4.5 hrsEnglish30 bookedFromTRY 4,382.74
Duration: 4 hrsEnglish1.0/5· 1 reviewFromTRY 3,913.32
FromTRY 9,423.67![Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain TOMO in New Zealand's South Island [Experienced Local Crew + Lobster Catching]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0585n12000q69q1ztC185_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 2–4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviewsFromTRY 2,465.30![Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Ian in New Zealand's South Island [Local experienced captain leads fishing trips, catch giant crayfish]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0582h12000qaynvgi89F5_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 2.5 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 2 reviewsFromTRY 3,959.41![Captain Steve's Kaikoura Sea Fishing in New Zealand's South Island [Experienced Captain, Deep Sea Fishing + Crayfish Potting Dual Experience]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images//0586w12000qaugpwfFED5_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
Duration: 2–4 hrsEnglish5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 24 bookedFromTRY 4,606.86![New Zealand Waitomo Glowworm Caves / Ruakuri Cave Half-Day Tour [North Island Must-Visit]|Multiple packages available](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0356h12000p6q1aww1CBF_C_568_320.png?_fr=wc)
English5.0/5Excellent· 6 reviews· 48 bookedFromTRY 1,862.20![Queenstown Wanaka Real Guns Shooting Experience [Multiple Time Slots Available + Ammunition Included]](https://ak-d.tripcdn.com/images/0350k12000mgw6yin46F3_C_568_320.jpg?_fr=wc)
English5.0/5Excellent· 1 review· 134 bookedFromTRY 4,177.53
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