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Discover the beauty of the Kaikoura Coast on a day tour from Christchurch. Enjoy a scenic drive, explore Kaikoura, and choose from optional activities like wildlife tours or eco-ziplining.

Highlights

• Savor a delicious lunch in Kaikoura and explore the charming town
• Enjoy a scenic drive along State Highway 1 with ocean views
• Choose from optional activities like whale/dolphin watching or a scenic flight
• Visit local seal colonies and walk the coastal pathways in Kaikoura
• Relax on the return drive to Christchurch with drop-off at your hotel

Description

Discover the highlights of New Zealand’s spectacular Kaikōura Coast on a small-group day trip from Christchurch. Start your adventure with a convenient hotel pickup or meet your guide in the city center before travelling north along the scenic State Highway 1. Enjoy sweeping ocean views and dramatic coastal landscapes, with a stop en route to enjoy morning tea. Upon reaching Kaikōura, we'll sit down for a delicious lunch. After lunch, choose how you’d like to spend your time. Wander through the seaside township, stroll along the coastal walkways, or visit one of the area’s famous seal colonies. You can also upgrade your experience with a range of iconic Kaikōura wildlife encounters and adventure activities. Options include whale watching, dolphin or albatross tours, a Wings Over Whales scenic flight, or an eco-friendly zipline experience. **Please note: Optional activities are operated by independent third-party providers and availability is not guaranteed, especially for last-minute bookings. We will check availability after we receive your booking. If your chosen activity is unavailable on your travel date, our standard tour cancellation policy applies. Cancellations within 24 hours of departure are non-refundable. Activities are weather-dependent and may be cancelled at short notice. If an activity cannot go ahead due to weather or sea conditions, you will receive a full refund for that activity only. At the end of your visit to Kaikoura, relax and enjoy the journey back to Christchurch, where you’ll be dropped off at your accommodation or in the city center.

Includes

Hotel pick-up and drop-off Morning tea Lunch Hot/cold drinks A/C transport Local guide

Important Information

• Optional activities are subject to availability and may be affected by local weather conditions. These activities may be unable to run due to local weather conditions or sea state. If an activity cannot take place, you will receive a full refund for that activity.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund