It's a magnificent place some say like nowhere else in the world - Southern Alps come down to meet the sea, wildlife of such wonder is plentiful, and the exciting adventures us Kiwi's are known for along with fascinating history await you.
A 2 hour 40 minute drive north from Christchurch, you'll find Kaikoura the seaside town which could be New Zealand's leading eco-tourism destination, with an amazing variety of marine and birdlife along its dramatic rugged coastline.
See the Whales or Seals don’t forget the dolphins albatrosses, rock lobster and shellfish.
Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway
This walk was definitely one of our favorites. On a good day it is splendid and well worth the effort with awesome views.
Observe seals and seabirds, explore historic pā and whaling sites and enjoy clifftop views of the sea and mountains. Suitable for families, the whole walkway takes three hours but you can also explore a range of shorter tracks.
The track crosses the peninsula’s clifftop, with great views of the Seaward Kaikōura Range, ocean and coastline, to South Bay. It returns to the township via South Bay and Toms Track.
Distinctive marker posts and, at some locations, interpretation signs link a loop walkway, from West End the town centre, to Point Kean car park.
To fully explore and enjoy the features of the walk, allow at least three hours to complete the whole walkway.
