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Basic Camping

Molesworth Cob Cottage Campsite

Camping, Molesworth Station

Molesworth Cob Cottage Campsite

Camping, Molesworth Station

Camp near the original cob homestead built in 1885 close to the Molesworth Farm Park boundary

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Overnight Camping Site Cost	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10) You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10) You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.
Overnight Stay Rules	Camping and any vehicle Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.
Campsite Managing Organisation	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? DOC Managed This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? DOC Managed This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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Sea Kayaking

Kaikoura Kayaks

100% Success rate for Seal Viewing! Voted "Top Choice" Lonely Planet, Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator Est:1998. Paddle with playful Fur Seals...

316 Reviews

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4WD Adventures

Glenstrae Farm 4 Wheel Adventures

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Dive Kaikoura

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Aerobatics

Kaikoura Aero Club

Try Flying

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Cultural Experiences

Maori Tours Kaikoura

47 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

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Amazing rock formations on the peninsula

Kaikoura Peninsula Carpark Seal Watching

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Payment Requirement	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

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Salt Water Fishing

Top Catch Fishing Charters

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Salt Water Fishing

Fish Kaikoura

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4 Face-to-Face

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Basic Camping

Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway

11.7 km return | 3 hours return

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Track Difficulty	Moderate walk Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Moderate walk	Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Moderate walk
Payment Requirement	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.
Track Duration	2 to 4 hours Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 2 to 4 hours Shorter walks are on offer. From a 5 min climb to viewpoint to a short stroll around the coast.	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 2 to 4 hours Shorter walks are on offer. From a 5 min climb to viewpoint to a short stroll around the coast.

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Seal Swim Kaikoura

Swim with wild New Zealand fur seals in the shallow bays of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula. This is an experience you do not want to miss! No...

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35 Face-to-Face

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Horse Trekking

Dolphin Encounter Kaikoura

Swim with and watch wild dolphins in Kaikoura

254 Reviews

210 Face-to-Face

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Camping NZ App

Every camping site on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.

Mount / Mt Lyford Horse Treks

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Hunting
Salt Water Fishing

Kaikoura Fishing Charters

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Wings Over Whales

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Basic Camping

Hurunui River Mouth Reserve and Camping Ground

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Overnight Camping Site Cost	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10) You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Low Cost Camping (NZ$1 to 10) You can expect very basic facilities only and often a beautiful location. A nominal fee is charged.
Overnight Stay Rules	Only in a vehicle Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Only in a vehicle Overnight stays are only permitted within a vehicle. Camping in a tent or out in the open is not allowed.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Only in a vehicle Overnight stays are only permitted within a vehicle. Camping in a tent or out in the open is not allowed.

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Bird Watching

Albatross Encounter Kaikoura

Get up close and personal to the largest wingspan in the world!

17 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

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Salt Water Fishing

Koura Bay Fishing Charters

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Scenic Flights

Air Kaikoura

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Surfing

Board Silly Surf Adventures

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Nick Morrison

Take the 1 minute drive down Kiwa Rd, directly off State Highway. Fantastic rest areas and one of Kaikoura's most consistent surf spots. Jump in the water or just take time next to the mighty Pacific Ocean.

Sea Kayaking

Ohau Point Seal Colony

Off SH1 - Nth of Kaikoura

Watch NZ Fur Seals play - right next to State Highway 1.

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Payment Requirement	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

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Kaikoura i-SITE Visitor Information Centre

The Kaikoura i-SITE knows all the best things to do, places to stay and ways to get there plus we’ll take care of the bookings.

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Payment Requirement	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.	Payment Requirement Is there a cost for this experience or is it free? Free access/participation The experience costs no money to access or take part in.

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Diving

Kaikoura Snorkeling Tours

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Whale Watching

Whale Watch is a multiple national and international award winning New Zealand nature-based Tourism Company owned and operated by the indigenous Ngāti Kuri people of Kaikōura, a Māori sub-tribe of the South Island's larger Ngāi Tahu Tribe.

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Kaikoura Peketa Beach Holiday Park

The team at Kaikoura Peketa Beach welcomes you to our Holiday Park and we hope to make your stay a spectacular and memorable Kiwi camping experience.

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Overnight Camping Site Cost	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30) Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30) Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.
Overnight Stay Rules	Camping and any vehicle Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. Campervans, caravans, tents or sleep in your vehicle	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle. Campervans, caravans, tents or sleep in your vehicle
Campsite Managing Organisation	Owner Operated Campsite Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Owner Operated Campsite This campground is independently operated by the owner.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Owner Operated Campsite This campground is independently operated by the owner.

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Kaikoura TOP 10 sites with stunning mountain views

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park

Kaikoura Top 10 extends a warm welcome to this maritime wonderland.

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Overnight Camping Site Cost	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30) Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Premium Camping (NZ$21 to 30) Top quality facilities, powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people.
Overnight Stay Rules	Camping and any vehicle Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Camping and any vehicle You are permitted to stay overnight and camp (with a tent) or in any vehicle.
Campsite Managing Organisation	TOP 10 Holiday Park Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? TOP 10 Holiday Park This holiday park is a member of the TOP 10 Holiday Parks group. TOP 10 Holiday Parks have, for over 35 years, set the standard for New Zealand Holiday Parks, so you can be assured of great value for money and beautiful clean facilities.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? TOP 10 Holiday Park This holiday park is a member of the TOP 10 Holiday Parks group. TOP 10 Holiday Parks have, for over 35 years, set the standard for New Zealand Holiday Parks, so you can be assured of great value for money and beautiful clean facilities.

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Camping, Molesworth Station

Camping, Molesworth Station

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Kaikoura

Kaikoura

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Camping NZ App

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Off SH1 - Nth of Kaikoura

Off SH1 - Nth of Kaikoura

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