Beachcombing is a relaxing activity the whole family can get into. So, why not take the children to Kaikoura Beach to see what you can spot strewn along the shore?

This stretch of coastline is located in Canterbury. Once you've seen everything you can at Kaikoura Beach, check out nearby Peninsula Walkway, Point Kean Seal Colony, and Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park.

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Bush Inn Court Motel

Sockburn

$189

per person

Sep 24 - Sep 26

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

8/10 Very Good! (101 reviews)

Nice clean and warm - pet friendly a major bonus as I was travelling with my dog

Reviewed on Apr 18, 2025

298 Westside Motor Lodge

Upper Riccarton

$194

per person

Sep 24 - Sep 26

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

9/10 Wonderful! (371 reviews)

Nice tidy property central to a lot of shops etc

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

$260

per person

Sep 24 - Sep 26

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)

Great restaurant, location and room

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore Kaikoura Beach

Tours & day trips

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Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Free cancellation available

Cruises & boat tours

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Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

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Water activities

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Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Free cancellation available

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

5/5(30 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.

Just north of Kaikoura is Ohau point, where you can find baby seals frolicking on the rocks and in the water

Ohau Point Lookout

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Half Moon Bay when you spend time at Ohau Point Lookout. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.

Kaikoura Museum

5/5(8 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.