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  • Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
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    Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

    Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a...
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     3 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation
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  • Whale Watching Flight in Kaikoura
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    Whale Watching Flight in Kaikoura

    Come fly with Wings Over Whales for an incredible opportunity to witness the largest toothed whales in the world from above! Whale watching from the...
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     30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
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    Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation
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  • Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour
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    Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

    Enjoy a 1hr Taster Llama Trek - along the Kowhai River banks and riverbed. Surrounded throughout by protected native woodland, and abundant wildlife....
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     1 hour 30 minutes  Free Cancellation
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  • Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
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    Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

    This tour offers 2 different kayaking options for you to choose from: Seal Kayak tour and the Sunset Kayak Tour. It is the first kayak...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony
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    Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

    Spend quality time with one of the world's most exotic animals. You trek with your own llama, who walks on a lead, at your side,...
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     3 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation
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  • 45 Minutes Whale Watching Ocean Safari Helicopter Tour Kaikoura
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    45 Minutes Whale Watching Ocean Safari Helicopter Tour Kaikoura

    Depart from the helipads and head directly over the Kaikōura Whale Sanctuary to witness some of nature's most extraordinary marine life. This extended tour offers...
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     1 hour 15 minutes  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
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    Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! New Zealand's only Sea Kayak operator that holds a marine mammal permit...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation
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  • 1-Hour Guided Whale Watching Premier Tour in Kaikōura

    1-Hour Guided Whale Watching Premier Tour in Kaikōura

    This one hour whale watch experience shows you the incredible marine wildlife that exists here in Kaikōura, then takes you to the tops of the...
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     1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
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    Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

    Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty Sperm Whales that live...
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     11 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Instant Confirmation
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  • Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
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    Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

    Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North...
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     12 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Instant Confirmation
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  • Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

    Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

    A half day of adventure in nature awaits you in Kaikōura, with five zipline flights, totalling 2.2km, above lush rolling farmland, native forest, an interpretive...
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     3 hours 30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • 1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura
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    1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

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    This tour is perfect for a romantic getaway, family adventure or group of friends. We are sure that you will enjoy this unique experience and...
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     1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

    Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

    Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator - Est 1998 Celebrating over 25 years of operation! 100% guaranteed to view Fur Seals on all tours. Family Friendly -...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation
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  • Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

    Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

    Discover Kaikōura’s world renowned sperm whales & marine life with an unforgettable Whale Watching Flight. From above, you’ll have the ultimate vantage point to admire...
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  • Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
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    Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

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    An intimate privately guided wildlife experience around the Kaikoura peninsula on hands free pedal kayaks, allowing for the ultimate kayaking experience. Let us take you...
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     3 hours  Hotel pickup offered  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure
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    Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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    Cruise down the Kaikoura coastline to our exclusive hill top landing site where an ATV ( All-Terrain Vehicle) will be waiting to take you on...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation
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  • Helicopter Gin Tasting Tour in the Mountains Kaikoura

    Helicopter Gin Tasting Tour in the Mountains Kaikoura

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    EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE!! PRICE IS PER TRIP - up to 5 passengers, not per adult. Relax, sit back & enjoy a scenic flight around the Peninsula...
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  • Marine Biologist Whale Watching Helicopter Tour Kaikoura

    Marine Biologist Whale Watching Helicopter Tour Kaikoura

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    PRIVATE TOUR - Price is for up to 5 passengers, not per adult. This exciting new product is the only one of its kind in...
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     3 hours  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

    Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

    Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from...
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     30 minutes  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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  • Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

    Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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    Helicopters depart from our centrally located beach front helipads, lifting off on your scenic helicopter tour to view the Kaikoura Coast. View Sperm Whales from...
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     1 hour  Free Cancellation  Instant Confirmation
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