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View Fur Seals as they frolic and swim close to the boat. See Albatross as they spread their enormous wings and take flight. Experience the excitement of fishing for your dinner. Then relax on board our boat as we journey along breathtaking ...

In amongst the varied and vibrant sea life found off Kaikoura is the spectacular dusky dolphin, found in pods of up to several hundred strong and one of the most delightfully exuberant characters of the Southern Ocean. Dolphin Encounter operates ...

** WHALE WATCH FLIGHTS ** View the mighty sperm whale, the largest toothed whale in the world, from the comfort of an aircraft. Typical flights are 30 minute duration over the Kaikoura sea canyon which is situated just off shore, at a depth ranging ...

Albatross Encounter, is a well established pelagic boat tour operating from the seaside township of Kaikoura. Kaikoura is the pelagic seabird capital of New Zealand with a large range of species, including many species of albatross, just 15 minutes ...

Welcome aboard the Rodfather for the ultimate Kaikoura fishing charter experience. Kaikoura is the only seaside town where the mountains meet the sea. Here you will see the unique marine life and the stunning mountain views of the Kaikoura Ranges ...

Discover Our Wild Wonders. The Kaikoura coastline is abundant with sea life which makes diving with us an unforgettable experience. We will take you to explore the kelp forests and limestone reefs, home to octopus, crayfish, encrusting sponges and ...

Kaikoura is well known to be one of the best fishing spots in New Zealand not only for sports & hobby fisherman but also for commercial fishing. All the gear you need is supplied and any fish you catch will be filleted and bagged for you ready to ...

WHALE WATCH EXPERIENCES Come and fly with South Pacific Whale Watch for that unique perspective only we can provide. “The Wild is closer than you think” Flights from 30mins to 60mins. Why fly with South Pacific Whale Watch? * South Pacific Whale ...

Experience Kaikoura’s mighty Sperm whale, playful Dusky Dolphins, and majestic scenery from above! With towering mountains, panoramic ocean views and a year-round whale and dolphin population, Kaikoura is a spectacular place. Whale watching by ...

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 ...

Kaikoura's Original Kayak Operator Est 1998. Award winning ½ day guided “Seal Kayaking” tours with 100% seal viewing success and chance encounters with Dusky Dolphins, Blue Penguins and Albatross amongst other marine life. Watch Fur Seals ...

Come and see the entire Whale from ‘head to tail’ with Kaikoura Helicopters - the most experienced aerial whale watching company in the world. Kaikoura Helicopters was established in 1990, and continues to grow and develop as a professional ...