Where is it?

In the middle of the South Island, about a hundred miles north of Christchurch

Find it in Print

Lonely Planet, p. 454

What's There?

Whale watching!!! Sperm Whales are most likely to be seen in October.

And, in town, beautiful views -- it's at the foothills of the Seaward Kaikoura mountains. Also:

• Fyffe house, a relic of the old whaling days of that era.
• Point Sheep Shearing Show
• A water tower with a lookout, with amazing views
• Seafront walkways, with good views of seal colonies (make sure to go near low tide!)

Where to stay

How to get there