South Bay
Kaikōura
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.
Point Kean Seal Colony
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.
Mount Fyffe
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.
Fyffe House
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.
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.
Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Things to do
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
South Bay Hotel Deals
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
"It's lovely little place to stay, just was not clean when we got there. But we will stay again."
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
"BBQ was the best I've seen at a batch"
Reviewed on Apr 18, 2026
South Bay | Cosy | BBQ Area - KK61334
"Lovely clean, comfortable and well set up accommodation. Good location one street back from beach. Kylie our host was wonderful to deal with so courteous and helpful. This was our second stay here with our little dog Cora. We could all relax and enjoy our stay confident in the knowledge that Cora ..."
Reviewed on May 6, 2026
South Bay | Classic Kiwi Bach | Close to Beach - KK48126
"This property has only 1 bathroom/toilet, though there are 2 bedrooms with several beds."
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Waterfront 3 -bedroom bungalow opposite the South Bay Marina and public slipway
"We loved the views from this quintessential NZ bach and the lovely walks in the surrounding area. It was well equipped and the beds and top quality sheets were appreciated."
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Beach front cottage
"Always the best place to stay"
Reviewed on May 24, 2026
Other neighborhoods around South Bay
Kaikoura Peninsula
While visiting Kaikoura Peninsula, you might make a stop by sights like Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony.
Kaikoura Flat
If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Flat, Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach are top sights worth seeing.
