The Kaikōura Visitor Centre has reopened - 75 Westend, Kaikōura
Explore. Retreat. Recharge.
Join us for unforgettable guided walks through diverse terrains and striking geological formations, where you may encounter rare and endangered wildlife protected under a QEII Covenant. Experience educational tours that feature interactive sessions on the station’s rich history, geology, biodiversity, and conservation efforts.
As night falls, be enthralled by Kaikōura’s renowned Dark Sky Sanctuary, with our remote location offering breathtaking views of stars, planets, constellations, and the Milky Way in skies untouched by light pollution. Stay in our eco-friendly, off-grid accommodations nestled among spectacular mountain landscapes, and immerse yourself in the unparalleled natural beauty and pristine dark skies of Puhi Peaks.