Kaikoura

Kaikoura is a small coastal town with a wealth of fantastic marine life close to its shores.

Kaikoura boasts a number of tourist attractions including whale watching, dolphin swimming, seal colonies, trout and salmon fishing, and amazing coastal walks, all set under the magnificent Kaikoura ranges.

The whale watching, though, has to be the most spectacular activity in Kaikoura. Whale watch tours will take you right up to giant Sperm whales (which can be up to 20 meters long). Other whales that can be sighted included the Humpback Whale and the Orca.