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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch

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5 Jan
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6 Jan
Tue
7 Jan
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Whale watch by boat, includes lunch at a local restaurant
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Next availability: Sun, 5 Jan

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NZD 417

Tour excluding Lunch

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Whale watch by boat, excludes lunch
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Next availability: Sun, 5 Jan

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NZD 380

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Highlights

Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty Sperm Whales that live in these waters along with Dusky Dolphins, New Zealand Fur Seals and Seabirds. Admire breathtaking views of the snow-capped Kaikoura Ranges during your free time in Kaikoura's township and visit a seal colony on land. Wrap up the day with a scenic drive back to Christchurch and a wine tasting at a vineyard in North Canterbury (time permitting). Your experienced guide shares informative commentary throughout the day on this fun and fascinating tour.

Itinerary

  • Kaikōura

    Your day starts with pickup from your Christchurch hotel, then travel in a comfortable coach for about 2.5 hours to reach Kaikoura, taking a scenic road through the North Canterbury region.

What's included

INCLUDED

Fur seal colony viewing
Whale watching tour by boat
Air-conditioned vehicle
North Canterbury vineyard visit and wine tasting (time permitting)
Lunch (if option is selected)
Live commentary on board

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The Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch receives high praise for its professional and knowledgeable guides, as well as the exceptional whale-watching experience, often featuring sightings of Sperm Whales, dolphins, and seals. Customers appreciate the scenic drive, the informative commentary, and the delicious lunch option. Overall, the tour is highly recommended for its well-organized and memorable experience.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation, if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Please note, infants under 3 years of age may not join the cruises but may travel on the light aircraft tours
Once the tour has commenced only the unused portion of the tour will be refunded should the boats not sail or the planes not fly.
If due to whale sightings or weather conditions the boat offers a partial refund, this refund will be passed on to our customers.
If whale watch is undertaken by light aircraft and no whales are seen, no refund applies.
A decision is made at 6:30am each day, based on local weather conditions, as to whether the tour will depart Christchurch or be canceled. If the tour is cancelled, clients are notified by 7:15am and no cancellation fees are charged. If the tour travels to Kaikoura and the whale watch cruises are canceled, whale watch plane tours are offered as an alternative. If clients do not wish to fly, or the plane tours are also canceled, a cash refund of NZD 120.00 per adult is given. Refund is issued on the day of the tour by the tour operator in Christchurch.
As the wineries close at 5pm daily and on selected public holidays, a stop may not be possible. On these occasions no refund is applicable.

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