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9 Wildlife Tours in Kaikoura: What to Book First

9 tours  ·  from $83 a head

The shortlist you would text a friend before they leave: 9 wildlife tours in Kaikoura that hold up, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the catch nobody mentions.

Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura - Stop one: the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway
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Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour – Kaikoura

1.Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour – Kaikoura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · from $99Our pick

Review of Kaikoura’s 3-hour wildlife sea kayaking tour, with seals, dolphins, guides, gear, weather tips, price, and practical advice.

“This is an excellent paddling adventure with knowledgeable friendly guides. We paddled with Holt and Finn who had the answers to our questions about NZ history and Māori culture as well as many details about the various bird species that Read more”

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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura - Meeting at 18 Beach Road in Kaikoura
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Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura

Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour - The safety lesson is short but useful
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Kaikoura: Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour

3.Half-Day Wildlife Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 390 reviews · 3 hours · from $95

Paddle Kaikoura’s coast with fur seals, dramatic cliffs, and possible dolphins or penguins on this friendly 3-hour wildlife kayak tour.

“Transportation was clean and comfortable, safety/instructions were thorough, and the kayaks were in very good condition. Guides were friendly, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic. Although there wasn’t as much sealife as I’d hope to see on the day I went, it was still a great outing!”

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Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura - From Gooches Beach Playground to the water
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Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura

4.Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 276 reviews · from $98

Swim beside wild New Zealand fur seals in Kaikoura with gear, guides, hot showers, and small groups. Check weather and fitness needs.

“My husband and I went on at least ten tours throughout New Zealand, and this one, by far, was my favorite. The equipment provided was wonderful, the staff super helpful in guiding us to high seal traffic areas, and this trip gave us thRead more”

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Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony - Meeting at West End and getting ready
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Llama Trek (Half-day) – Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony

Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour - Meeting at 18 Beach Road
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Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

6.Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 91 reviews · 1 day · from $83

Pedal around Kaikoura Peninsula with fur seals, penguins, and albatrosses on a relaxed, hands-free kayak tour priced at $83.

“I was excited to find this tour that fit into our cruise schedule as I want to purchase a peddle kayak and, thanks to this tour, I was able to use one!! I can start my research when I get home! Thanks Seal Kayak Tour!”

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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura - What happens from the 17 Killarney Street meeting point
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Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour – Kaikoura

Kaikōura: Kayak Sunset Tour with Seal Sightings - Pedal kayaks make wildlife watching easier
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Kaikōura: Kayak Sunset Tour with Seal Sightings

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura - Reaching the Peninsula Seal Colony by Sea
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Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

9.Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $83

Explore Kaikoura’s coast by private pedal kayak, with seals, seabirds, mountain views, local stories, photos, and flexible weather plans.

“Our guide, Logan, was both knowledgeable and personalable. Great kayaking, lovely seals and albatross, superb scenery. Could have stayed out all night, chilling on the sea.. would do again”

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