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Kaikoura Region

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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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Camping Grounds

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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Petrol Stations

BP 2go Kaikoura

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Diving

Kaikoura Snorkeling Tours

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Mount / Mt Fyffe Walk

Superb views over the Kaikoura Plain and Peninsula reward those who climb on Mt Fyffe.

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Track Difficulty	Hard walk Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Hard walk	Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Hard walk
Track Duration	8+ hours (incl overnight) Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 8+ hours (incl overnight) These walks generally have overnight options. And often the track's end point is different from the start point. 8 hours return	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 8+ hours (incl overnight) These walks generally have overnight options. And often the track's end point is different from the start point. 8 hours return
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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Bird Watching

Albatross Encounter Kaikoura

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

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Kaikoura Farmers Market

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Locally Produced	60%+ locally sourced Locally Produced How locally produced are the products? 60%+ locally sourced More than 60% of food and drink is locally sourced or produced.	Locally Produced How locally produced are the products? 60%+ locally sourced More than 60% of food and drink is locally sourced or produced.

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Fyffe-Palmer Track

1 hr 45 mins 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
Track Duration	1 to 2 hours Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 1 to 2 hours 1 hour 45 minutes return	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 1 to 2 hours 1 hour 45 minutes return
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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Omihi Reserve Campsite

South Kaikoura

Omihi Reserve Campsite

South 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? 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.

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The Kaikoura Coast Track

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Dive Kaikoura

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Salt Water Fishing

Top Catch Fishing Charters

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Museums and Galleries

Kaikoura Museum

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Mount / Mt Lyford Horse Treks

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Surfing

Board Silly Surf Adventures

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Cycling

Dusky Lodge Bike Hire

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Snow and Ice

Mount / Mt Lyford Alpine Resort

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Hunting

Adventure Kaikoura

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Backpackers

Sunrise Lodge Backpackers Hostel

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4WD Adventures

Roving Adventures

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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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Puhi Puhi Scenic Reserve

800 m return | 15 minutes return

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Track Length	From 500m to 1km Track Length What is the physical length of this track? From 500m to 1km	Track Length What is the physical length of this track? From 500m to 1km
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	10 to 30mins Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 10 to 30mins	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 10 to 30mins
Track Difficulty	Easiest walk Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Easiest walk	Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Easiest walk

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Barratts Bivvy

no longer exists

Barratts Bivvy

no longer exists

The bivvy was destroyed in the November 2016 earthquake.

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Track Difficulty	Hard walk Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Hard walk	Track Difficulty Considering the track's terrain, safety, facilities - how hard is this walk to complete? Hard walk
Track Duration	4 to 8 hours Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 4 to 8 hours Hapuku Carpark to Barratts Bivvy is 5 hours one way.	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 4 to 8 hours Hapuku Carpark to Barratts Bivvy is 5 hours one way.
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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Nick Morrison

New Zealand

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.

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Ice Cream Shops

Poppy's Real Home Made Ice Cream & Cafe

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Lower Mount Fyffe Lookout

4 km return | 2 hours return

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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.
Track Length	3km to 10km Track Length What is the physical length of this track? 3km to 10km	Track Length What is the physical length of this track? 3km to 10km
Track Duration	1 to 2 hours Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 1 to 2 hours	Track Duration How long does it take to walk this track on average? 1 to 2 hours
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

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Kaikoura Cheese

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Locally Produced	60%+ locally sourced Locally Produced How locally produced are the products? 60%+ locally sourced More than 60% of food and drink is locally sourced or produced.	Locally Produced How locally produced are the products? 60%+ locally sourced More than 60% of food and drink is locally sourced or produced.