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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Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street

Christchurch City Centre

$207

per person

Dec 10 - Dec 12

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Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

8.8/10 Excellent! (347 reviews)

Laundry was close by air conditioning perfect

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025

Hotel 115 Christchurch

Christchurch City Centre

$227

per person

Dec 10 - Dec 12

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Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

I was very disappointed with this room. In fact, I wouldn't call it a room, more a space at the end of a small corridor with a double bed squashed in against the curtains. Other than that, that staff were very nice and helpful and the location was fantastic, walking distance from everything in the inner city. Room, terrible. Staff and location, terrific.

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Christchurch City

Christchurch City Centre

$214

per person

Dec 10 - Dec 12

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Roundtrip flight included

Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC)

9/10 Wonderful! (778 reviews)

Everything was very good. Our only disappointment was that there was no Sky/Cable TV.

Reviewed on Sep 17, 2025

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Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

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Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

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

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

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

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.