Only 2.5 hours North of Christchurch, discover the heart of
Kaikoura district with its astonishing wildlife, spectacular
coastline, breathtaking scenery and fascinating Maori and European
history.
Kaikoura is the leading eco-tourism destination in New Zealand.
Kaikoura's coastal waters are home to an amazing array of marine
mammals and birdlife. Perhaps the most famous residents who can be
seen on virtually a daily basis are the mighty sperm whales who
share this part of the Pacific Ocean with dusky dolphins, fur seals
and albatross to name but a few! As well as these residents which
can be viewed year round, migrating species such as the rare
Hector's dolphins, humpback and blue whales and Orca are frequent
visitors.