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Home/Destinations/Christchurch/Kaikoura Whales

Kaikoura Whale Watching Tours

Giants of the deep: day trips from Christchurch reach Kaikoura, where the deep offshore canyon draws sperm whales year-round, plus dolphins, seals and albatross, against a backdrop of snow-capped peaks. A world-class wildlife experience.

146 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikoura
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
4.5(3,041)·3h 30min
from$103/ person
via Viator
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
Christchurch
Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings
4.5(514)·5h 30min
from$114/ person
via Viator
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Wildlife Sea Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
4.8(501)·3 hours
from$95/ person
via Viator
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
−14%
Kaikoura
Seal Kayaking Adventure in Kaikoura
5.0(446)·3 hours
from$71$83/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
4.9(387)·13 hours
from$158/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch
4.6(306)·9h 30min
from$166/ person
via Viator
Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Seal Swimming Tour from Kaikoura
5.0(282)·2h 30min
from$103/ person
via Viator
Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included)
Christchurch
Mt Cook & Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch (lunch included)
4.8(242)·13 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
Christchurch
Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch with Lunch
4.5(238)·13 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
Kaikoura
Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes)
4.9(229)·40 min
from$169/ person
via Viator
Whale Watching in Kaikoura - Ultimate Experience
Kaikoura
Whale Watching in Kaikoura - Ultimate Experience
4.7(203)·30 min
from$152/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Kaikoura
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
4.4(193)·11 hours
from$224/ person
via Viator
Queenstown to Christchurch One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
Queenstown
Queenstown to Christchurch One-Way Tour via Mt Cook & Lake Tekapo
4.6(172)·14 hours
from$218/ person
via Viator
Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony
Kaikoura
Llama Trek (Half-day) - Kaikoura Bay, Beaches & Seal Colony
5.0(170)·3h 30min
from$143/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight
Kaikoura
Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight
4.8(112)·30 min
from$126/ person
via Viator
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Sunset Evening Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
4.8(91)·3 hours
from$95/ person
via Viator
Day Trip Sheep Farm, Lunch, Winery & Christchurch sightseeing.
Christchurch
Day Trip Sheep Farm, Lunch, Winery & Christchurch sightseeing.
5.0(63)·6 hours
from$198/ person
via Viator
Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour
Christchurch
Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour
4.3(53)·3 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
Kaikoura
Private Wildlife Kayaking Tour - Kaikoura
4.9(47)·3 hours
from$230/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
Kaikoura
Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
4.5(29)·12 hours
from$286/ person
via Viator
Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Mount Cook and Lake Tekapo Day Trip from Christchurch
5.0(17)·10–13 hours
from$192/ person
via Viator
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo
Christchurch
Mt. Cook Private Day Trip From Christchurch Via Lake Tekapo
4.9(15)·13h 30min
from$198/ person
via Viator
Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola
Christchurch
Christchurch City Private Day Tour with Gondola
4.7(14)·8 hours
from$135/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return
Christchurch
Akaroa Day Tour from Christchurch Return
5.0(12)·7–8 hours
from$152/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group
Christchurch
Kaikōura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group
4.4(11)·8–10 hours
from$218/ person
via Viator
Christchurch To Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour (Including Ticket)
Christchurch
Christchurch To Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour (Including Ticket)
4.6(11)·8–10 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook
Christchurch
Christchurch to Queenstown One Way Tour Via Lake Tekapo & Mt Cook
5.0(11)·13 hours
from$342/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch
5.0(10)·9 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa Private Group Day Trip from Christchurch
5.0(10)·6 hours
from$178/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train
Christchurch
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train
4.2(9)·12 hours
from$336/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch
4.2(9)·2 days
from$562/ person
via Viator
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Private Day Tour from Christchurch
5.0(7)·7–8 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch
Christchurch
Mt. Cook Full Day Private Tour via Tekapo from Christchurch
5.0(7)·13 hours
from$184/ person
via Viator
Christchurch Half Day Tour
Christchurch
Christchurch Half Day Tour
4.5(6)·4–5 hours
from$114/ person
via Viator
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch
Christchurch
4 Day Tour to Milford Sound, Mount Cook & More from Christchurch
5.0(5)·4 days
from$2,052/ person
via Viator
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers
Christchurch
Lyttleton Port Excursion Day Tour 3 options for Cruise travelers
4.8(4)·7–8 hours
from$187/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)
Christchurch
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch (Small Group, Carbon Neutral)
4.7(3)·8–10 hours
from$129/ person
via Viator
Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch
Christchurch
Private Kaikoura Whale Watching Day Trip From Christchurch
5.0(1)·11 hours
from$166/ person
via Viator
Christchurch To Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour(Including Ticket)
Christchurch
Christchurch To Akaroa Dolphins Day Tour(Including Ticket)
5.0(1)·8–10 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Kaikoura Whale Watching Private Day Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch
Kaikoura Whale Watching Private Day Tour from Christchurch
9 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch Flight
Christchurch
Kaikōura Day Tour From Christchurch With Whale Watch Flight
10–11 hours
from$273/ person
via Viator
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Private Day Trip from Christchurch
Christchurch
Waipara Valley Winery Tour Private Day Trip from Christchurch
5–6 hours
from$172/ person
via Viator

Kaikoura Whales in Christchurch — FAQ

Can you see whales at Kaikoura?
Yes — Kaikoura is famous for resident sperm whales, seen year-round by boat.
How far is Kaikoura from Christchurch?
It is about 2.5 hours north and a long but rewarding day trip.
What wildlife is at Kaikoura?
Sperm whales, dusky dolphins, fur seals and seabirds like albatross.

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