South Bay

Kaikōura

Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand
South Bay

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Mount Fyffe

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Kaikoura Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Kaikoura Museum during your travels in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura Museum

Kaikoura District Museum

4/5(3 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Fyffe House

You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Things to do

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

RM486
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Whale tail splashing in water in the Kaikour whale watching tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour

RM861
per adult
Full-Day Kaikoura Whale-Watching Tour
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight

Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)

RM640
per adult
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
EcoZop Kaikoura dual ziplines

Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura

RM463
per adult
Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura
Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

RM418
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight

RM407
per adult
Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight
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Top hotels in South Bay

Bay Cottages

Bay Cottages

3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura
Stay at this beach cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum ...
9/10 Wonderful! (110 reviews)
Super great little place with courteous hosts !

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

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Sudima Kaikoura

Sudima Kaikoura

5 out of 5
Esplanade, 114 Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is RM406 per night from 3 May to 4 May
RM406
RM466 total
3 May - 4 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (549 reviews)
Fantastic location with views from the room to die for…. Worth the money to stay here if you love the ocean and Mountain View’s. Rooms are clean with option for extra towels for the heated pool. Staff friendly and food good but limited menu

Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Sudima Kaikoura
Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park

3 out of 5
69 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is RM197 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
RM197
RM227 total
28 Apr - 29 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday park in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Kaikoura Museum and Kaikoura District Museum are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (480 reviews)
Hot tub was lovely and very welcome after a dip in the pool

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Alpine-pacific Holiday Park
Kaikoura Quality Suites

Kaikoura Quality Suites

3.5 out of 5
154 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is RM267 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
RM267
RM307 total
20 Apr - 21 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (459 reviews)
Roomy, great bathrooms, comfy beds. No hob/pans in the room (only a microwave) but they have BBQs. Very relaxed atmosphere. Would stay again!

Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Kaikoura Quality Suites
Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments

3 out of 5
126 Esplanade Kaikoura Canterbury
The price is RM371 per night from 12 May to 13 May
RM371
RM427 total
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bike hire on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (615 reviews)
Great location, tidy and clean. Friendly staff.

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments
Alpine View Motel

Alpine View Motel

3 out of 5
146 Beach Road Kaikoura
The price is RM273 per night from 1 May to 2 May
RM273
RM315 total
1 May - 2 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (558 reviews)
Clean and tidy also right on the beach

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

Alpine View Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bay

Beautiful unique adorable new zealand fur seal resting on the rocks spotted in Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Canterbury. Amazing marine mammals spotted in New Zealand

Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula
Walking around Kaikoura Peninsula, New Zealand on a beautiful Spring day.

Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Kaikoura Beach and Mount Fyffe.

Kaikoura Flat

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