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Kaikoura Region

Squeezed between two giants, a dramatic point where the Southern Alps and Pacific Ocean meet.

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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 Department of Conservation 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 Department of Conservation This campsite is managed by the Department of Conservation. DOC is a New Zealand government organisation.

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Bird Watching

Albatross Encounter Kaikoura

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

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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...

54 Reviews

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4WD Adventures

Glenstrae Farm 4 Wheel Adventures

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Aerobatics

Kaikoura Aero Club

Try Flying

Kaikoura Aero Club

Try Flying

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Dive Kaikoura

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Cultural Experiences

Maori Tours Kaikoura

47 Reviews

7 Face-to-Face

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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...

325 Reviews

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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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Jimmy Armers Beach, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

Jimmy Armers Beach, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

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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? Free Camping (NZ$0) It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Free Camping (NZ$0) It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.
Overnight Stay Rules	Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.
Campsite Managing Organisation	Local Council Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Local Council This experience is managed by a local council.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Local Council This experience is managed by a local council.
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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Camping Grounds
Cafes

The Store

Kekerengu

The Store

Kekerengu

Take a front row seat, next to the Pacific Ocean

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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? Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20) Standard facilities of powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people. $12 p/p	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20) Standard facilities of powered sites and hot showers can be expected. Price is per person per night, based on a powered site for two people. $12 p/p
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	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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South End Railway Station Carpark, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

South End Railway Station Carpark, Kaikoura

Overnight Campervan Parking

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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? Free Camping (NZ$0) It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.	Overnight Camping Site Cost What is the approximate per-person cost to camp or park your vehicle overnight? Free Camping (NZ$0) It costs nothing to stay overnight. In general this means that you should not expect any facilities.
Overnight Stay Rules	Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.
Campsite Managing Organisation	Local Council Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Local Council This experience is managed by a local council.	Campsite Managing Organisation What type of organisation operates this campsite? Local Council This experience is managed by a local council.
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

Fish Kaikoura

24 Reviews

4 Face-to-Face

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Horse Trekking

Fyffe View Ranch

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Salt Water Fishing
Hunting

Kaikoura Fishing Charters

8 Reviews

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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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Dolphin Encounter Kaikoura

Swim with and watch wild dolphins in Kaikoura

254 Reviews

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Mount / Mt Lyford Horse Treks

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Ohau Point Seal Colony

Off SH1 - Nth of Kaikoura

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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Wings Over Whales

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24 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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Cymen Crick

New Zealand

If you like crayfish then Nin's Bin is well worth stopping for. Located within a seaside caravan, on the roadside of SH1, overlooking the Pacific ocean. Super fresh and the prices are much cheaper than in town.

Surfing

Board Silly Surf Adventures

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Sea Kayaking

Seal Kayak Kaikoura

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Salt Water Fishing

Kaikoura Fishing Tours

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Basic Camping

Donegal House Irish Hotel

Kaikoura

Donegal House Irish Hotel

Kaikoura

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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? Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20) Standard facilities of 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? Medium Cost Camping (NZ$11 to 20) Standard facilities of 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	Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.	Overnight Stay Rules What are the accommodation rules for overnight stays at this campsite? Self-contained motorhomes only Overnight stays are only permitted if your vehicle is certified as being 'self-contained'. The vehicle must display the "Responsible Camper" sticker.

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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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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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Kaikoura Helicopters World of Whales

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Camping, Molesworth Station

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Try Flying

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Overnight Stay Rules

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Kekerengu

Kekerengu

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