Whale Watch Kaikoura Ltd

Activity Whale Watch Kaikoura Ltd Kaikoura Qualmark endorsed - $145.00  (NZD)

Designed for whale watching, Whale Watch operates a fleet of modern catamarans with great viewing and photo opportunities.

UNFORGETTABLE – Whale Watching

Off the Kaikoura coastline is a marine environment so rich in nutrients that it attracts some of the most magnificent creatures with which we share our planet. Among them are Giant Sperm Whales that can grow up to 20 metres and weigh over 50 tons. These whales can be seen all year round making Kaikoura one of the most popular whale watching locations in the world.

In addition to the sperm whale a number of different species of may also be seen, depending on the season, as they follow their migratory route. This unique marine experience also provides an opportunity to sight high-spirited Dusky Dolphins, the rare and endangered Hectors Dolphin, New Zealand Fur Seals and a wide variety of sea birds including the Royal Albatross.

We can take you on an unforgettable journey, in purpose built vessels that provide great viewing and photographic opportunities.

Up to 4 tours scheduled daily.

Due to high demand advance booking is Essential.

Adverse sea conditions may cause Cancellation.



Contact: Shelley Fissenden
Phone: +64 3 319 6767
Free phone: 0800 655 121
NZ Only
Fax: +64 3 319 6545
Address: Whaleway Station Rd
Kaikoura 7340
Email: res@whalewatch.co.nz
Web Site: www.whalewatch.co.nz

Hours:

7am - 5.30pm

Directions:

Whale Watch is located in the town of Kaikoura, 2.5 hours drive north of Christhchurch. The Whale Watch Reservations office can be found in the Kaikoura Railway Station building, Kaikoura. All our Whale Watch tours check in and leave from here.

Facilities:

Disabled Access Restaurant: Licensed cafe on site, open daily for breakfast, lunch and snacks.

Sperm whale diving off Kaikoura coast in winter :: Click to enlarge Towering snow-covered peaks fall to the ocean, while just offshore a deep undersea canyon attracts an extraordinary abundance of marine life, the most famous being the Sperm Whale :: Click to enlarge Kaikoura's resident Sperm Whales are the biggest of the toothed whales and the worlds' largest carnivore :: Click to enlarge Sperm whale diving off Kaikoura coast :: Click to enlarge

Click on an image for detailed view

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