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Kaikōura, on New Zealand’s South Island, is a coastal paradise with dramatic landscapes and vibrant marine life. Enjoy thrilling whale and dolphin encounters, scenic hikes, and fre
Kaikōura, on New Zealand’s South Island, is a coastal paradise with dramatic landscapes and vibrant marine life. Enjoy thrilling whale and dolphin encounters, scenic hikes, and fresh seafood in this stunning destination.
The Ngāi Tahu iwi have lived in Kaikōura since 1670, drawn by its abundant food sources. The region is also the only nesting site for the Hutton's shearwater.
Kaikōura's nutrient-rich waters from the Southern Ocean sustain thriving populations of plankton, krill, squid, and fish, drawing in a variety of marine mammals and abundant seabirds.
Year-round
Kaikōura is accessible via three airports: Kaikōura Airport (15 minutes away), Christchurch Airport (2.5 hours south), and Blenheim Airport (1.5 hours north).
Photograph from hapuku-lodge, an outpost in this place.
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