South Bay

Kaikōura

Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand
Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand
Small but beautiful town. Tons to do. Sadly my seal encounter got cancelled due to weather, but my dolphin encounter was the best thing I've ever done in my entire life. And I heard the whale watching was also phenomenal. When I get back to NZ (hopefully one day), I'll definitely be doing all 3 and spending more time here!

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(30 reviews)

You can take time to visit Peninsula Walkway during your travels to Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Peninsula Walkway

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Mount Fyffe

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Kaikoura Museum

5/5(8 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura Museum

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

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Bay Cottages

3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
Super great little place with courteous hosts !

Reviewed on 24 January 2026

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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage

South Bay Kaikoura
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
Nice tidy little place. A little short on glassware but we made do. Quiet and well located near the water. Would recommend to others

Reviewed on 11 March 2026

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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay | Cosy | Private - KK1334, Cosy | Private | South Bay

South Bay | Cosy | Private - KK1334, Cosy | Private | South Bay

Kaikoura
The price is AED 364 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
AED 364
AED 602 total
17 Mar - 18 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
Kylie our host was so helpful and welcoming. Beautiful accommidation, well set up, clean a

Reviewed on 14 February 2026

South Bay | Cosy | Private - KK1334, Cosy | Private | South Bay
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!

Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!

Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
We didn't see the host at all. The property was lovely, modern and in such a fantastic location.

Reviewed on 19 February 2026

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Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
The Kaikoura Bach Retreat

The Kaikoura Bach Retreat

Kaikoura Canterbury
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikōura. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum ...
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The Kaikoura Bach Retreat
Beach front cottage

Beach front cottage

Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is AED 498 per night from Apr 12 to Apr 13
AED 498
AED 738 total
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews)
A lovely Bach old but clean overlooking the boat ramp and small harbour

Reviewed on 7 March 2026

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Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

Kaikoura Peninsula

While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Flat

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