Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

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Từ NZD 179.49

4.45
2.743 đánh giá

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Whale Watch is located in the small coastal town of Kaikōura on the East Coast of New Zealand’s South Island a scenic two and a half-hour drive north from Christchurch and two hour drive south from Picton. Kaikōura is a special place of lush pastures and towering, snow covered peaks that fall to the sea. This rare magic continues just offshore where a deep undersea canyon combines with unusual sea currents to attract an extraordinary abundance of marine life, the most famous being the Giant Sperm Whale.

Whale Watch is New Zealand's only vessel-based whale watching company offering visitors an exciting up-close encounter with the world’s largest toothed predator the Giant Sperm Whale in their natural environment at all times of the year. Whale Watch scheduled tours operate daily. Our 95% success rate means we guarantee an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale. Whale Watch tours are extremely popular so we recommend booking early.

Thông tin khác

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tours operate all year: 7.15am, 10.00am, 12.45pm & 3.30pm (Nov-Mar)—Please note that these are check-in times only - please do not come earlier than the times specified.

The minimum age limit for children traveling on a whale watch tour is 3yrs+, although Whale Watch Kaikōura maintains the right to raise the age limit depending on sea and weather conditions at the time of check-in.

All our tour are subject to favourable weather & sea conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.

Whale Watch staff constantly monitor the weather and respond professionally to any changes. This may mean a tour is cancelled or safety restrictions placed on children or passengers with medical problems. Passenger comfort and safety is always our priority. Passengers travelling to join us on the day of their tour are strongly advised to telephone the FREEPHONE number 0800 655 121 for a sea conditions update.

Dress warmly and wear flat shoes. If you wish to spend time on the outside decks of our vessels you may need light waterproof clothing depending on the sea conditions.

Don't let sea sickness ruin your whale watch tour experience. Purchase motion sickness pills to help prevent sea sickness, car sickness, or any type of travel sickness from our Retail Store before you travel.

The actual time on the water is up to 2.5 hours. Including check-in time, safety briefing and bus transfers you should allow 3.5 hours in total.

If travelling in a wheelchair please contact us prior to arrival so we can provide additional details and advise how we can assist you

Chính sách hủy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Bao gồm

Experienced knowledgeable staff providing a running commentary throughout your tour

Bus ride to and from our marina

95% success rate backed up by an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale

Award winning onboard animations

Tours operates all year round

Modern fleet of purpose built catamarans

Food and drinks

Tùy chọn

10.30am Departure

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time - Please allow 3.5 hours with us.

7.45am Departure

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time - Please allow 3.5 hours with us.

1.15pm Departure

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time - Please allow 3.5 hours with us.

Đánh giá

4.45

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  • Well worth an outing

    ANTONY F,

    21 thg 3, 2025

    4.00

    We had a great 2 hours or so. The commentary was fun and informative. We saw Albatross a couple of seals and one Sperm whale. The boat was excellent

  • Go! Make Your Reservation, Enjoy the Beauty and the Experience

    Ellen J,

    17 thg 3, 2025

    5.00

    We drove up to Kaikoura from Christchurch. To find the WhaleWay Station Road - be aware it's the road right after Railway Station Road, so it's an immediate second right. Don't miss the chance to see the Sperm Whales, Dusky Whales, and whatever else nature brings your way. The vessel is superb, plenty of excellent viewing locations and cushy seats too. They have TV monitors and a naturalist inside so you can get more information about the whales and the environment. I am so glad we finally got a chance to visit this wonderful place. I hope you do too!

  • Whale and dolphin watching tour

    Michael G,

    17 thg 3, 2025

    5.00

    This was one of the best excursions I have ever been on. The guide was excellent and knowledgeable. We saw a whale for approximately 1 hour. We then moved on to see a pod of dozens of dolphins. The trip was one of the best experiences I have had in New Zealand

  • Loved it. Saw two sperm...

    Alice W,

    17 thg 3, 2025

    5.00

    Loved it. Saw two sperm whales, super professional staff, friendly and knowledgeable. Incredible experience

  • Well organized and...

    RAFAEL V,

    14 thg 3, 2025

    3.00

    Well organized and informative tour but perhaps would be better if there were more whales in the area.