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Kaikoura Travel Guide 2025: Top Attractions, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | December 2025
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Things to do in Kaikoura
What to do
Looking for things to do in Kaikoura? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Whale Watch Kaikoura
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Boat tour
Point Kean Viewpoint
4.8
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Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway
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51 Review
Hiking
Ohau Point Seal Colony
4.6
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6 Review
Where to stay
Discover the most popular places to stay in Kaikoura, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Sudima Kaikoura
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171 Review
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
4.6
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67 Review
Kaikoura Quality Suites
4.5
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124 Review
Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park
4.4
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74 Review
Alpine View Motel
4.7
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75 Review
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
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106 Review
Mondello Kaikoura
4.7
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139 Review
Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park
4.5
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128 Review
The White Morph - Heritage Collection
4.2
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102 Review
Kaikoura Luxury Apartments - Formerly Waves Luxury Apartments
4.6
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57 Review
Kaikoura Motor Inn
4.3
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112 Review
Boutique Hotel Kaikoura
4.2
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80 Review
What to eat
Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Kaikoura dishes and foodie spots.
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Kaikoura Seafood BBQ Kiosk
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15 Review
Seafood
Sea view
Avg. $33/person
Kaikoura Indian Restaurant
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Southeast Asian
Avg. $14/person
Cods & Crayfish
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Seafood
Avg. $95/person
Zephyr Restaurant, Kaikoura - Open daily from 5.30pm
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Western-style
Avg. $15/person
Strawberry Tree Kaikoura Ltd.
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Bars/Bistros
Coopers Catch
5.0
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9 Review
Seafood
Avg. $40/person
Bean Me Up
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Coffee Shops
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Why Not Cafe
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Western-style
Black Rabbit Pizza
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Western-style
Avg. $14/person
Allure Cafe and Gallery
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Barbeque
Avg. $43/person
The Craypot Kitchen & Bar Kaikoura
5.0
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9 Review
Seafood
Avg. $13/person
Slam Club
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Coffee Shops
Avg. $12/person
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Whale Watch Kaikoura
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Boat tour
Point Kean Viewpoint
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Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway
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/5
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Hiking
Ohau Point Seal Colony
4.6
/5
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Fyffe Country Lodge
9.8
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Mr & MRS Smith Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses
9.5
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43 Review
The Marlborough
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23 Review
Beaufort House Akaroa
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21 Review
Montrose Estate
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Picton Waterfront Apartments
9.3
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60 Review
Ratanui Lodge
9.6
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55 Review
Goldfield Suites
9.5
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40 Review
Top 10 Premium Hotels near Kaikoura
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Escape to Picton Boutique Hotel
8.8
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39 Review
Pihopa Retreat
10.0
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Bay Of Many Coves Resort
9.6
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48 Review
Hotel Montreal
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InterContinental Wellington
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Popular Types of Attractions in Kaikoura
Nature and wildlife
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Natural scenery
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Beaches and shores
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Mountain climbing
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Cultural institutions
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Museums
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Themed exhibition halls
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Historical attractions
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Sightseeing tours
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Night view
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Boat tour
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Leisure activities
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Spa/massage
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Farms and pastures
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Camping and campsites
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Outdoor activities
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Cycling
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Mountain climbing
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Hiking
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Exhibitions & events
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Performances
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Concerts
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Skybound experiences
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Seal beach
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Kaikoura Beach
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Hislops Wholefoods Ltd
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The Point Sheep Shearing Show
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Popular Restaurants in Kaikoura
Kaikoura Indian Restaurant
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Cods & Crayfish
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Zephyr Restaurant, Kaikoura - Open daily from 5.30pm
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Strawberry Tree Kaikoura Ltd.
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Coopers Catch
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Bean Me Up
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Why Not Cafe
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Black Rabbit Pizza
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Allure Cafe and Gallery
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The Craypot Kitchen & Bar Kaikoura
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Slam Club
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Café Encounter
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Continental Seafoods
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Green Dolphin Restaurant and Bar
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Donegal House
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Chiwis Cafe & Takeaway
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The Whaler Bar and Restaurant
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The Pier Hotel Restaurant
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Beach House Cafe
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Hiku
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Tipsy Foodies Kaikoura
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Poppy's Parlour
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The DAIRY - Kaikoura
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Chiwis Cafe
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Kaikoura Bakery
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Bee Box
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Sunny’S Kitchen
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Charli's Seaside Refreshments
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Sime's Kitchen
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Kaikoura, New Zealand: A must-visit coastal town! Get up close to whales + delicious crawfish! 🐳🦞
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Kaikoura Whale Watching Experience is Wonderful
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Kaikōura Peninsula Trail
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Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Melcome in New Zealand's South Island [Led by an Experienced Captain, Even Beginners Can Reel in Fish and Catch Giant Lobsters]
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