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DESTINATION NEW ZEALAND: KAIKOURA

[F] Kaikoura, sur la côte nord-est de l'ile du Sud de la Nouvelle-Zélande, est réputée pour sa faune. Outre les baleines et les dauphins, vous aurez l'occasion de voir (de près, mais pas trop), le long des côtes, des colonies de phoques. 

[E] Kaikoura, on the north-east coast of New Zealand's South Island, is well known for its wild life. Beside whales and dophins, you'll find, along the coasts, a colony of fure seals (up close, but not too close). 


"100% Pure New Zealand Specialist":
Vous plannifiez des vacances en Nouvelle-Zélande, demandez conseils a nos experts/Planning holidays in New Zealand, ask our experts for advices — in Glendhu Bay, New Zealand — at Otago Peninsula in Otakou, New Zealand
DESTINATION NEW ZEALAND: KAIKOURA

[F] Kaikoura, sur la côte nord-est de l'ile du Sud de la Nouvelle-Zélande, est réputée pour sa faune. Outre les baleines et les dauphins, vous aurez l'occasion de voir (de près, mais pas trop), le long des côtes, des colonies de phoques. 

[E] Kaikoura, on the north-east coast of New Zealand's South Island, is well known for its wild life. Beside whales and dophins, you'll find, along the coasts, a colony of fure seals (up close, but not too close). 


"100% Pure New Zealand Specialist":
Vous plannifiez des vacances en Nouvelle-Zélande, demandez conseils a nos experts/Planning holidays in New Zealand, ask our experts for advices — in Glendhu Bay, New Zealand — at Otago Peninsula in Otakou, New Zealand
Just north of Kaikoura is Ohau point, where you can find baby seals frolicking on the rocks and in the water
We arrived at Kaikuora Seal Colony at about noon. There were about half a dozen seals, not many as it was hot and sunny in high summer. They say you can see many many more in colder seasons. But, the seagulls were everywhere, making a nuisance but was so pleasing to watch. That's how easy it was to get this lovely photo.
Just breath... Relax!
Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is ¥24,279 per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
¥24,279
¥27,921 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (478 reviews)
Loved the shower. The veiw and the comfortable bed was fantastic.

Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥17,718 per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
¥17,718
¥20,376 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (399 reviews)
Clean comfortable spacious room

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is ¥9,745 per night from Jan 28 to Jan 29
¥9,745
¥11,207 total
Jan 28 - Jan 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (441 reviews)
Everything was amazing. Staff are so great and the room was awesome. Will definitely stay there again.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Blue Seas Motel

Blue Seas Motel

3.5 out of 5
222 Esplanade Kaikoura
Stay at this aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9/10 Wonderful! (78 reviews)
Great location & friendly staff

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Blue Seas Motel
The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge Kaikoura
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (413 reviews)
Best accommodation so far on our month long trip. I could live here.

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments

5 out of 5
78 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Kaikōura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
Beautiful ocean and bay views. location is close to several restaurants all walkable!

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Kaikoura Luxury Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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