Gorgeous Kaikoura has plenty to offer visitors with its unique landscape and variety of tourism attractions. Take the time to try everything Kaikoura has on show, from whale watching to sky diving, you can do it all in Kaikoura. Listed are 5 fun-filled adventures sure to please everyone.
Whale Watching
Whale watching is famous in Kaikoura and the tours south island attract thousands every year, hop on board a purpose built 'Whale Watch' catamaran and head out for an experience of a lifetime!
The tours run for 2.5 hours, giving you plenty of time to see whales, dolphins, sea birds and the beautiful Kaikoura peninsula. Watch as whales breach the water before raising their flukes high in the air to dive - a stunning event to witness up close.
The staff are helpful and provide plenty of information on sea currents, the landscape and marine life. They are also particularly helpful for those who aren't as 'in touch' with their 'sea legs' as they may have hoped. Whale watch also boasts a 95% success rate of seeing a whale and if you don't they happily refund 80% of your ticket price.
Kaikoura Wilderness Walk
Get back to nature with an authentic wilderness hike through three distinct eco-systems, while still having the opportunity to stop and enjoy the marvelous flora and fauna along the way. The tour is guided by experienced hike aids that are familiar with the area and will treat you to a fantastic experience on the Alpine slopes.
An average level of fitness is needed and there are only a few 'steep' parts on the journey. The scenery in the Puhi Peaks Nature Reserve is just astounding and the tour guides provide lots of neat facts about the region too.
Albatross Encounter
Hop on board the 'Albatross Encounter Tour' and have a chance to witness some of the most amazing sea birds in New Zealand!
'Albatross Encounter' offers a unique experience where you experience the birds up close and in some cases even hand feeding them! The boat used for the tours is small so to guarantee your place on this sea bird experience bookings are essential.
Experience Skydiving
Take a break from the subdued nature of the wildlife encounters and gear up for an extreme adrenaline rush with a tandem skydive over Kaikoura's picturesque landscape. Once in the air the views are absolutely jaw-dropping, with stunning mountains to one side and the ocean peninsula of Kaikoura on the other.
Skydive Kaikoura ensure you have the safest most comfortable experience possible and you are made fully aware of the procedure well before the jump. The family owned business is renowned for their personal touch and offering unique skydives that are sure to please newbies as well as more experienced skydivers.
Seal Watching
Experience an up-close encounter with the cheeky seals that habitat the Kaikoura peninsula while enjoying a paddle in a kayak too!
Once the formalities are aside you hop into a kayak and paddle out into the Kaikoura Peninsula with your group. The first thing you see is NZ fur seals bathing on the rocks and as you paddle closer watch as they swim about looking for dinner. You will also see many different species of birds and friendly dolphins. The tours operate all year round and are suitable for all ages, definitely give it a go. Image Credits http://www.whalewatch.co.nz http://www.flickr.com/photos/nznationalparty/3660505501/sizes/m/in/photostream/
Whale Watching
Whale watching is famous in Kaikoura and the tours south island attract thousands every year, hop on board a purpose built 'Whale Watch' catamaran and head out for an experience of a lifetime!
The tours run for 2.5 hours, giving you plenty of time to see whales, dolphins, sea birds and the beautiful Kaikoura peninsula. Watch as whales breach the water before raising their flukes high in the air to dive - a stunning event to witness up close.
The staff are helpful and provide plenty of information on sea currents, the landscape and marine life. They are also particularly helpful for those who aren't as 'in touch' with their 'sea legs' as they may have hoped. Whale watch also boasts a 95% success rate of seeing a whale and if you don't they happily refund 80% of your ticket price.
Kaikoura Wilderness Walk
Get back to nature with an authentic wilderness hike through three distinct eco-systems, while still having the opportunity to stop and enjoy the marvelous flora and fauna along the way. The tour is guided by experienced hike aids that are familiar with the area and will treat you to a fantastic experience on the Alpine slopes.
An average level of fitness is needed and there are only a few 'steep' parts on the journey. The scenery in the Puhi Peaks Nature Reserve is just astounding and the tour guides provide lots of neat facts about the region too.
Albatross Encounter
Hop on board the 'Albatross Encounter Tour' and have a chance to witness some of the most amazing sea birds in New Zealand!
'Albatross Encounter' offers a unique experience where you experience the birds up close and in some cases even hand feeding them! The boat used for the tours is small so to guarantee your place on this sea bird experience bookings are essential.
Experience Skydiving
Take a break from the subdued nature of the wildlife encounters and gear up for an extreme adrenaline rush with a tandem skydive over Kaikoura's picturesque landscape. Once in the air the views are absolutely jaw-dropping, with stunning mountains to one side and the ocean peninsula of Kaikoura on the other.
Skydive Kaikoura ensure you have the safest most comfortable experience possible and you are made fully aware of the procedure well before the jump. The family owned business is renowned for their personal touch and offering unique skydives that are sure to please newbies as well as more experienced skydivers.
Seal Watching
Experience an up-close encounter with the cheeky seals that habitat the Kaikoura peninsula while enjoying a paddle in a kayak too!
Once the formalities are aside you hop into a kayak and paddle out into the Kaikoura Peninsula with your group. The first thing you see is NZ fur seals bathing on the rocks and as you paddle closer watch as they swim about looking for dinner. You will also see many different species of birds and friendly dolphins. The tours operate all year round and are suitable for all ages, definitely give it a go. Image Credits http://www.whalewatch.co.nz http://www.flickr.com/photos/nznationalparty/3660505501/sizes/m/in/photostream/
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