South Bay Travel Guide

Kaikoura
Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

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Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway
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Mount Fyffe

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikoura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe
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Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony
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Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park
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Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House
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Kaikoura District Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Top hotels in South Bay

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
3 out of 5
69 Beach Road, Kaikoura
The price is ₹3,895 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹3,895
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3-star holiday park in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (348 reviews)
"Only stayed for one night but this place was great. Enjoyed an evening dip in the hot tub under the stars. Was in a room with ensuite and it was clean and large. Bed was super comfy."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (96 reviews)
"Enjoyable and convenient stay near dolphin, orca and seal watching."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2024

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Sudima Kaikoura
Sudima Kaikoura
4.5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ₹8,727 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
₹8,727
per night
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (156 reviews)
"Beautiful clean property. The staff are great! Has the ocean view room which was absolutely beautiful."

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

Sudima Kaikoura
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
3 out of 5
126 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ₹6,516 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
₹6,516
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and premium TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (388 reviews)
"Great apartment, excellent location, staff were very helpful"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
3.5 out of 5
1 Kersage Drive - Ocean Ridge, Kaikoura
The price is ₹7,593 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
₹7,593
per night
12 Jun - 13 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star beach aparthotel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Popular attractions Kaikoura Golf Club and Kaikoura District ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (334 reviews)
"Great that we could park the camper van."

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

The Fairways Luxury Accommodation Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura
Mondello Kaikoura
3 out of 5
29 Beach Rd, Kaikoura, Canterbury
The price is ₹6,937 per night from 13 Jun to 14 Jun
₹6,937
per night
13 Jun - 14 Jun
Stay at this 3-star motel in Kaikoura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (282 reviews)
Great place.
"Great place, recommended."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Mondello Kaikoura
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Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula
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Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Mount Fyffe and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Flat

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