Kaikoura is one of New Zealands well-known Coastal Towns. It is located on the east coast of the South Island approximately half way between Christchurch and Picton. Today it has become a very popular tourist stop due mainly to its famous Whale Watch Tours. It is also a spectacular vista with the Kaikoura Mountain Range coming right down to meet the coast.

Popular Activities within the Region: Whale Watch Tours Swim with Dolphins and Seals Diving and Fishing Boating Surfing Caving Wine Tours Mountain Biking

Popular Attractions within the Region: Whale Watch by Boat or Helicopter Seals on rocks Local Arts and Crafts Fresh Lobster Albatross Encounter Eco-Tours Bird Watching

Kaikoura is one of those 'must see' destinations for Tourists travelling in the South Island. It combines its famous whale watching activities with quite unique spectacular scenery.
Within 2 hours: Christchurch, Hanmer Springs, Blenheim, Picton.

Backpacker Accommodation Providers in Kaikoura

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Dusky Lodge Kaikoura Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5959 Sleepy Whale Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 7014 Adelphi Lodge Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5141 Bad Jelly Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5538 Lyell Creek Lodge Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 6277 Topspot Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5540

A1 Kaikoura Motels & Holiday Park Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5999 Albatross Backpacker Inn Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 6090 Dolphin Lodge Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5842 Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5362 Maui Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 5931 The Lazy Shag Backpackers Kaikoura Ph: 64 3 319 6662