Where to go · NEW ZEALAND WHALE WATCHING TOURS
Local boats, local seasons. These 7 new zealand whale watching tours are compared on price, sailing length and how close the encounters usually get.
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!”
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”
Review of Auckland’s 4.5-hour dolphin and whale safari, with marine scientists, island views, conservation support, and practical tips.
“Nice views of the harbor and seeing dolphins. No whales however. All over a worth while and fun experience.”
Review of Auckland’s 4.5-hour whale and dolphin eco-cruise, with wildlife tips, boat details, pricing, conservation, and practical advice.
“couldn't fault it, had a great day with the Dolphins and Gannets, some fantastic pictures and the crew were very informative and polite.”
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,”
Review of Auckland’s Tikapa Moana whale and dolphin cruise, with Rotoroa Island or Waiheke wine stop, practical tips, value, and timing.
“I loved visiting the Rototoa Island. And we loved to watched dolphins. It was amazing experience!”
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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