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Kaikoura Hotels

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8.3

Alpine-Pacific Holiday Park

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8.3

Kaikoura Motor Inn

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Kaikoura Quality Suites

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Bella Vista Motel Kaikoura

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9.1

Willowbank Motel

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Kaikoura Gateway Motor Lodge

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Blue Seas Motel

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7.8

Mediterranean Motel Kaikoura

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8.8

Kaikoura TOP 10 Holiday Park

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8.3

Kaikoura Boutique Hotel and The Courtyard Accommodation

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8.5

Alpine View Motel

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8.7

Admiral Court Motel Kaikoura

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9.6

Nikau Lodge

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8.3

Lobster Inn Motor Lodge

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9.6

Bendamere House Bed & Breakfast

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9.7

Fyffe Country Lodge

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8.9

Brook House B&B & Cottages

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8.2

Donegal House

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9.3

Inn the Bay Bed & Breakfast

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8.2

Dolphin Lodge

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8.9

Koura Bay Golf Resort

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9.9

Manakau Lodge

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8.8

The Fairways Accommodation Kaikoura

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9.3

Te Mahuru Retreat

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8.7

The White Morph - Heritage Collection

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8.3

Sierra Beachfront Motel

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9.8

The Factory Luxury Accomodation

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9.0

Panorama Motel

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8.5

The Point B&B

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9.7

The Hamptons

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9.4

Hapuku Carriages Kaikōura

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7.9

A1 Kaikoura Motel & Apartment

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8.4

Wacky Stays - unique farm-stay glamping rentals, FREE animal feeding tours

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7.7

Dusky Lodge

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9.0

A Room With a View

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8.9

Barnacle Bills

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8.8

Bay Cottages

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8.7

Kakatu Retreat

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9.4

Kanuka Terrace - Luxury Strawbale House

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9.7

Awatea Country Bed & Breakfast

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9.6

Manakau PurePod

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9.4

Kahutara PurePod

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9.6

Sky Harbour

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9.9

Cubby House Stay Kaikoura

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7.1

Dylans Country Cottages

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9.0

The Anchor Inn Beachfront Motel

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K'orca Cottage by the Sea

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9.0

Driftwood Villa

Landmarks & Activities

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Here are some recommended attractions and sights for you.
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Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Grand Alpine Helicopter Tour

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Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

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Private Helicopter Trial Flight in Kaikōura

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40-minute Mt Fyffe Summit Heli Tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Kaikoura Helicopters Helijet

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Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

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Marine Biologist Whale Watching Helicopter Tour Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Flight - Ultimate Experience

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura Helicopters Top n Tail Whale Watch flight

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Kaikoura: Whale Flight - Ultimate Experience

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Kaikoura: Whale Flight - Ultimate Experience

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Kaikoura Helicopters Extended Whale Watch flight

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Kaikoura: Whale Flight - Ultimate Experience

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Llama Trek (Taster) - Kowhai River Valley and Native Woodland Tour

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Kaikoura Helicopters ATV Adventure

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Sunset Kayak tour in Kaikoura

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Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura

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Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight (Extended)

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

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Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

Attractions in Kaikoura

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Historic Center, Kaikoura

You can walk the streets for a taste of local color, but also head to the coast to catch a glimpse of whales, dolphins, and seals.

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Fyffe House, Kaikoura

Kaikoura’s oldest standing building houses a small museum, tracing local history from Maori fishing trade to European whaling period.

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Maori Leap Cave, Kaikoura

Full of stalagmites, stalactites, and a large variety of other geological formations, this cave is favored by travelers and locals.

Popular Itineraries in New Zealand

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10-16 days

Quick New Zealand Trip

Auckland | Queenstown

Travel from the Northern island to the southern one, and go through all the major attractions on the way - Rotorua with its unique Maori culture, central and interesting Christchurch, and Queenstown with its numerous natural attractions

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9-13 days

New Zealand's Southern Island

Christchurch | Christchurch

Explore the Southern island in depth and get know all the places that make it so special, from awe inspiring Glaciers and fjords, to unique culture and buzzing cities

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14-20 days

Classic Trip Around New Zealand

Christchurch | Auckland

Take the ultimate New Zealand trip and visit all the must see attractions - from the gorgeous Fox Glacier, to Milford Sound Glacier, to the Maori culture attractions around the country

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6-10 days

Southern New Zealand Highlights

Auckland | Christchurch

A quick tour of New Zealand's Southern island, including all the main cities and day trips to the must see attractions

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17-22 days

Classic New Zealand Grand Tour

Auckland | Christchurch

Explore New Zealand from top to bottom on this grand tour from Auckland down to Christchurch, with stops in Paihia for the Bay of Islands, the stunning nature of Fox Glacier, they geysers of Rotorua, Greymouth's Shantytown, Timaru's preserved Edwardian precinct, and much more.

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11-13 days

New Zealand South Island Trip

Christchurch | Christchurch

Starting in the European style Christshurch, explore the best of the South Island, including Greymouth's Shantytown, the stunning scenery of Fox Glacier, Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu, and finally Dunedin also known as "Edinburg of the South" on this South Island getaway,

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9-12 days

New Zealand North Island Trip

Auckland | Auckland

From Auckland in the north to Wellington in the south, explore the North Island from top to bottom with stops in Paihia to see the Bay of Islands, Rotorua to see the geysers, the rocky shores of Wellington, and the gorgeous resorts of Taupo.

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15-19 days

Classic New Zealand

Auckland | Christchurch

Starting your trip in Auckland on New Zealand's North Island, travel to the South Island's Christchurch, with stops at the geysers of Rotorua, the rocky shores of Wellington, the breathtaking nature of Fox Glacier, and more on this classic New Zealand getaway.

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9-11 days

New Zealand's Natural Gems

Auckland | Auckland

Head outdoors on this exciting adventure, which boasts the best natural scenery of the North Island, including geothermal springs, mountains, beaches, and forests.

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9-11 days

New Zealand Nature

Auckland | Auckland

The perfect trip for outdoorsy families. Get to know the North Island's natural features on this trip through beaches, forests, geothermal springs, and mountains.

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9-11 days

Nature of New Zealand's North Island

Auckland | Auckland

Enjoy New Zealand's incredible nature, hiking through forests and bushland, and discover the fascinating culture of the Maori on this memorable North Island trip.

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9-11 days

New Zealand's Nature and Culture

Auckland | Auckland

With fascinating natural features from lakes to hot springs to volcanic remains, as well as a wealth of Maori culture, this trip will introduce you to the best of New Zealand.

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12-14 days

Southward New Zealand

Auckland | Queenstown

Spectacular beaches, a wealth of museums, magnificent natural beauty, and superb Pacific cuisine awaits you and your friends on this adventure in New Zealand.

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10-12 days

Solo Travel in the South Island

Christchurch | Queenstown

A blend of big city chic and the outdoors, this trip offers the South Island's highlights, including museums, mountains, beaches, and rich New Zealand heritage.

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10-12 days

New Zealand Mountains and Museums

Christchurch | Queenstown

The perfect mix of cities and nature, culture and active, museums and mountains, there is something for the whole family to love on this exciting adventure.

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10-12 days

Best of New Zealand's South Island

Christchurch | Queenstown

Discover the South Island - visit breathtaking fiords, hike through picturesque forests, enjoy fresh seafood, and lose yourselves in the vibrant energy of New Zealand.

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12-14 days

New Zealand Top to Bottom

Auckland | Queenstown

Explore New Zealand from top to bottom on this amazing family getaway that includes busy cities, Maori heritage, idyllic beaches, soaring mountains, geothermal springs, and more.

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12-14 days

New Zealand's Best Destinations

Auckland | Queenstown

With a bustling capital, stunning beaches, world-class wineries, breathtaking nature, Maori culture, and more, New Zealand will bewitch you on this diverse getaway.

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7-9 days

Best of the North Island

Auckland | Wellington

From modern urban centers, to traditional Maori villages, with stunning nature and volcanic features, get to know the best of the North Island on this wonderful trip.

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7-9 days

Along the North Island for Families

Auckland | Wellington

Get to know the treasures of New Zealand's North Island on this amazing trip which offers urban centers, Maori culture, stunning nature, and unique volcanic features.

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7-9 days

New Zealand's North Island

Auckland | Wellington

From volcanic features to buzzing cities, incredible nature and a multitude of museums, this trip offers a great variety of activities and landmarks for all tastes.

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7-9 days

North Island Highlights

Auckland | Wellington

Enjoy the diversity of the North Island, where fine cities and towns welcome all, nature is strewn with lakes and volcanic remnants, and Maori culture thrives.

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9-10 days

North and South Islands

Auckland | Queenstown

Traverse the lengths of this country, starting in Auckland heading down to Queenstown for a trip that boasts major cities, stunning nature, idyllic beaches, and more.

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13-16 days

Highlights of New Zealand

Christchurch | Auckland

Explore the ins and outs of this amazing country on an all around adventure, taking you through big cities, small towns, stunning nature, and breathtaking beaches.

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9-10 days

New Zealand North to South

Auckland | Queenstown

From Auckland in the north down to Queenstown in the south, travel the length of this amazing country to discover the exciting cities and diverse nature it has to offer.

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9-10 days

New Zealand's Largest Cities

Auckland | Queenstown

Travel southward visiting New Zealand's best cities, where European and Maori cultures mix, and picture-perfect nature awaits.

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13-16 days

New Zealand Adventure

Christchurch | Auckland

Truly get to know New Zealand and all it has to offer on this wonderful trip, which takes you through some of the best major cities and off-the-beaten-path attractions in the county.

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13-16 days

All Around New Zealand

Christchurch | Auckland

Merging off-the-beaten-path towns with New Zealand's most exciting cities, as well as popular natural attractions, this route is the perfect adventure for you and your friends.

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8-9 days

New Zealand's South Island Metropolises

Christchurch | Dunedin

Visit three of the South Island's major cities to enjoy local culture, nightlife, and excellent museums, as well as explore its pristine beaches and towering mountains.

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8-9 days

Big Cities of the South Island

Christchurch | Dunedin

Visit three of the South Island's major cities, getting to know local culture, and exploring stunning nature, world-class museums, pristine beaches, and towering mountains.

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8-9 days

South Island Metropolises

Christchurch | Dunedin

Explore the major cities of the South Island, where culture, history, and nature merge to offer a variety of activities for all tastes, from hikes to galleries and more.

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6-8 days

New Zealand Between Nature and Culture

Auckland | Auckland

With museums and culture, beaches and waterfalls, lush forests and geothermal springs, get a taste of New Zealand on this exciting adventure.

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6-8 days

From the City to the Outdoors for Families

Auckland | Auckland

Starting in the bustling metropolis of Auckland, head down to Rotorua to enjoy the amazing geothermal springs, followed by Whangarei's majestic waterfall.

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6-8 days

Seven Nights in New Zealand

Auckland | Auckland

A great trip for some outdoor fun, this route takes you northward through breathtaking nature, as well as cities rich with culture and fine beaches.

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6-8 days

New Zealand in a Week

Auckland | Auckland

Get to know the North Island with your loved one, discovering a wealth of natural gems, marvelous beaches, bustling cities, and plenty of great restaurants.

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7-8 days

A Week in New Zealand's North Island

Auckland | Auckland

There's something for every type of traveler on this week-long new Zealand adventure which features rich culture, breathtaking nature, vibrant nightlife, and more.

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7-8 days

Taste of New Zealand's North Island

Auckland | Auckland

Get a taste of New Zealand exploring the North Island on a trip that features local culture, indigenous heritage, breathtaking nature, idyllic beaches, and more.

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7-8 days

New Zealand for Friends

Auckland | Auckland

With exciting club scene, diverse culture, great food, and superb beaches, New Zealand promises to be the perfect getaway for you and your friends.

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7-8 days

Northern Island Trip

Auckland | Auckland

Fall in love with New Zealand on this trip, where a little bit of everything awaits you two, from lush nature, to perfect beaches, to cultural venues and fun nightlife.