Title: Things to Do in Kaikōura in 2026 | Expedia.com [Kaikōura Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura.dx6048104)[Hotels in Kaikōura](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-Hotels.d6048104.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kaikōura](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kaikoura.d6048104.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Kaikōura](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kaikoura.d6048104.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kaikōura Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura.d6048104.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Kaikōura ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kaikōura Types of activities Where to stay [Kaikōura Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kaikura.dx6048104) ![Peninsula Walkway featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/f79b56a0-0e8e-4fe0-bf76-d8c86fb20768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peninsula Walkway featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/f79b56a0-0e8e-4fe0-bf76-d8c86fb20768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peninsula Walkway which includes general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/82a8e5ef-616a-46ea-bc7f-1aa9b82b23ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Peninsula Walkway featuring landscape views, mountains and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/17125fc8-3997-4e81-86a0-dd5a563ef5df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Kaikoura featuring an aircraft and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048104/6a027f1e-140e-4b9f-b2d8-2404942cb06c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Kaikoura Attractions There are opportunities for fun everywhere you look in Kaikoura. From action-packed activities to fascinating tourist attractions, this captivating small city has something for everyone. Ready to begin working on your itinerary? If you're ready to hit the streets of Kaikoura, join a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048104&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let an expert show you some of the most popular sites. 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[](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-helicopters-classic-whale-watch.a2545613.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4004001/d7146054-b1e2-4628-a5a0-93d68fabf57a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight 1h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $402 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-helicopters-top-n-tail-whale-watch-flight.a4004001.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3870858/bb457ad2-2ab7-4364-9021-bf7714ec543b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch 40m 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $303 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-helicopters-extended-whale-watch-flight.a3870858.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47304136/d80569b3-06a1-44be-8dfa-b2d0f99a2285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip 3h 30m 10/10 56 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-zipline-and-native-forest-adventure-trip.a47304136.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50730970/9a7270dd-edd9-456a-96bb-fece2ac59468.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Day Trip including Whale Watch from Christchurch 10h Free cancellation available $398 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by 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Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47855380/cc38844d-ac73-48f8-a1ac-b113e5f4c299.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour 10/10 15 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-seal-watching-pedal-kayak-tour.a47855380.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46690934/a8d08fcc-5859-4db9-aaaa-587f1adec487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura 3h 7.4/10 3 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $83 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/sunset-kayak-tour-in-kaikoura.a46690934.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura: Guided Family Kayaking 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activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47304136/d80569b3-06a1-44be-8dfa-b2d0f99a2285.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip 3h 30m 10/10 56 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $125 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-zipline-and-native-forest-adventure-trip.a47304136.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50712268/e39184a3-4ba9-4372-938e-b1f38f85a7ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Kayaking Adventure Small Group Tour from Christchurch 11h Free cancellation available $525 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/kaikoura-kayaking-adventure-small-group-tour-from-christchurch.a50712268.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47420345/7863a483-0509-4b24-a7bc-f0ff481b0f59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura 3h 30m 10/10 7 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $119 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-zipline-adventure-in-kaikoura.a47420345.activity-details?&rid=6048104&location=Kaik%C5%8Dura&swp=off) ![Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45890300/c64c99ca-2489-4c08-80fb-f814d6a3fd7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure 3h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $585 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults 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[Book now](https://expedia.com/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6048104) ## Recommended things to do in Kaikōura | Number of things to do | 29 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura](/things-to-do/private-seal-kayaking-and-wildlife-tour-in-kaikoura.a49191379.activity-details): $81 | | Top 5 things to do | [Kaikoura: Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour](/things-to-do/kaikoura-sunset-kayaking-tour.a4537901.activity-details)[Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip](/things-to-do/kaikoura-zipline-and-native-forest-adventure-trip.a47304136.activity-details)[Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-kaikoura-whale-watching-tour.a250044.activity-details)[Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)](/things-to-do/kaikoura-whale-watching-flight-extended.a45004857.activity-details)[Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/kaikoura-seal-watching-pedal-kayak-tour.a47855380.activity-details) | | Under $25 | | | With kids | [Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip](/things-to-do/kaikoura-zipline-and-native-forest-adventure-trip.a47304136.activity-details)[Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour](/things-to-do/full-day-kaikoura-whale-watching-tour.a250044.activity-details)[Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)](/things-to-do/kaikoura-whale-watching-flight-extended.a45004857.activity-details)[Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour](/things-to-do/kaikoura-seal-watching-pedal-kayak-tour.a47855380.activity-details)[Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat](/things-to-do/whale-watching-in-kaikoura-by-boat.a1392818.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kaikōura - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Kaikoura A vacation in Kaikoura need not cost a fortune. You won't have to spend a penny if you check out: **Kaikoura Beach** \- Devour your favorite magazine or play some tunes while sitting in the sunshine. **Peninsula Walkway** \- Unwind and let the natural beauty quieten your mind. ### Things to Do in Kaikoura with Kids There's fun for the whole family wherever you wander in Kaikoura. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=6048104&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) you can enjoy together that are bound to make your break a blast: - [Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-kaikoura-whale-watching-tour.a250044.activity-details) - [Full-Day Albatross Tour in Kaikoura](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-albatross-tour-in-kaikoura.a250058.activity-details) - [Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/swim-with-dolphins-in-kaikoura.a250050.activity-details) - [Adrenalin Forest Christchurch](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/adrenalin-forest-christchurch-adventure-park.a258670.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Kaikōura? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kaikōura ![Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/d71eb8e8-9026-4bc1-9a2b-dbc49b31c449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Peninsula-Walkway-Kaikoura-Peninsula.d553248621532610371.Vacation-Attraction) #### Mount Fyffe 4.5/5(6 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Fyffe-Kaikoura-Flat.d6112878.Vacation-Attraction) #### Point Kean Seal Colony 4.5/5(23 reviews) Find out about the history of Kaikōura when you spend time at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Point-Kean-Seal-Colony-Kaikoura-Peninsula.d553248621526967047.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fyffe House 5/5(1 review) You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a visit to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Fyffe-House-Kaikoura.d6112876.Vacation-Attraction) #### Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park 5/5(2 reviews) Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.com/Fyffe-View-Ranch-Adventure-Park-Kaikoura-Flat.d553248621532610370.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-District-Museum-Kaikoura.d553248621526967048.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-Museum-Kaikoura.d6112874.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Kaikōura ![Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975863478/07835b38-36c7-4f1b-81c5-1ce4c585ed80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Bay While there might not be top attractions in South Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Peninsula Walkway and Fyffe House. [](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-South-Bay.dx553248635975863478) ![Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693050283542646784/ccc72232-f1ac-4685-8914-9796d8abce12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Flat If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-Kaikoura-Flat.dx693050283542646784) ![Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/693050288060006400/75e8d9f0-38ac-4fc8-b0ff-775832bafb19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kaikoura Peninsula While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony. [](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura-Kaikoura-Peninsula.dx693050288060006400) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Kaikoura.dx6048104.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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