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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 SAR 533 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
SAR 533
SAR 612 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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! (491 reviews)
The room was very comfortable with an amazing sea view. It was quiet and staff friendly. The restaurant food was average and the seafood platter not worth the money!

Reviewed on 1 February 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is SAR 316 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
SAR 316
SAR 363 total
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (450 reviews)
Great compact accommodation

Reviewed on 6 February 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is SAR 388 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
SAR 388
SAR 447 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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! (410 reviews)
Good location, room had everything we needed for a one night stay.

Reviewed on 3 February 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
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! (81 reviews)
Clean and comfy studio. Located just across the street from the beach.

Reviewed on 5 February 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! (414 reviews)
Clean & comfortable

Reviewed on 29 January 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 8 January 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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