Kaikoura Whale Watching Tours: The 4 Trips That Deliver

1.Kaikoura: Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,089 reviews · 3h 30m · from $104Our pick

Review of Kaikoura’s whale watching cruise, with sperm whales, dolphins, seals, albatross, practical tips, pricing, and seasickness advice.

“Very enjoyable - tow sperm whales and a host of dolphins found pretty easily!”

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2.Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,906 reviews · from $111

Review of Kaikoura whale watching by catamaran, with sperm whales, dolphins, seals, sea birds, practical tips, pricing, and seasickness advice.

“Amazing afternoon on the water lot of dolphins and 1 whale lovely staff and great boat would recommend”

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3.Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight with Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 823 reviews · 40 min · from $131

See Kaikoura’s whales from above on a 30-minute Air Kaikoura flight with guaranteed window seats, commentary, and mountain views.

“A great experience, we saw pods of dolphins and a 16 metre sperm whale,”

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4.Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 221 reviews · from $170Top rated

Review of Air Kaikoura’s 40-minute whale-watching flight, with whale sightings, mountain views, practical tips, price advice, and booking details.

“Captain Ben flew us over Hikurangi Marine Reserve, searching for whales and finding many while providing fantastic information about the locale and the marine life. He professionally and effortlessly delivered a five star memorable experience. Highly recommended.”

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