South Bay

Kaikoura
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway

Mount Fyffe

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

Mount Fyffe

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

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

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Kaikoura District Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Things to do

Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

S$324
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

S$142
Per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

S$288
Per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Picture 6 for Activity Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

S$152
Per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kaikoura: 40-Minute Whale Watching Flight with Commentary
Flock of sea birds near boat for Kaikoura Albatross encounter boat tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura

S$284
Per adult
Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Dolphin Encounter Luxury Small Group Tour

Kaikoura Dolphin Encounter Luxury Small Group Tour

S$565
Per adult
Kaikoura Dolphin Encounter Luxury Small Group Tour
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Top hotels in South Bay

Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura
The price is S$134 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
S$134
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (97 reviews)
"Lovely cottage with everything you need to be self sufficient. Beautiful beach across the road. Super comfy bed and pillows."

Reviewed on 13 Oct,2024

Bay Cottages
Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is S$127 per night from 5 Dec to 6 Dec
S$127
includes taxes & fees
5 Dec - 6 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (211 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Great location. Plenty of storage"

Reviewed on 28 Nov,2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is S$156 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
S$156
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (453 reviews)
"Property manager Poppy was so kind and made our stay comfortable and memorable. The property is in a great location that’s walking distance to the Kaikoura town centre. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Kaikoura."

Reviewed on 20 Nov,2024

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is S$138 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
S$138
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (357 reviews)
"A little faraway from the town but it’s nice and quiet with very good amenities for your travel needs! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 25 Nov,2024

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Alpine View Motel
Alpine View Motel
3 out of 5
146 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is S$132 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
S$132
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (485 reviews)
Whale Watching
"Location ideal for whale whatching & dolphin excursions. Querky museum, watch plenty of fur seals from roadside on road into Kaikoura. Check in great, owner very chatty & welcoming. Lovely Irish pub Donegal on outskirts, lovely food. Supermarket close by."

Reviewed on 24 Nov,2024

Alpine View Motel
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is S$85 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
S$85
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (371 reviews)
"Lovely quiet room with amazing shower pressure, friendly staff, easy check-in, nice clean spa and pool 😊 beeeeeautiful views out the back, must be an incredible place to watch the sunset on a clear day"

Reviewed on 22 Nov,2024

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bay

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Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula
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Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Flat

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