Kaikoura Day Tour From Christchurch with Kayak Experience (Small Group & Carbon Neutral)

Although often overlooked, Kaikoura's small coastal town feel is an absolute "must-see" in New Zealand. With breathtaking views of turquoise waters and snow-capped mountains, it offers the perfect blend of serenity and adventure. Join our friendly and knowledgeable guides on a journey from the Garden City to the place where the mountains meet the sea, making it the ultimate destination to encounter marine life, take scenic coastal walks, and indulge in amazing local food.

This day tour to Kaikoura invites you to sit back, relax, and soak in all the natural beauty the town has to offer. A surfer's paradise and home to an abundance of wildlife - which you'll soon start to spot as we near the town - the pairing of the vibrant blue Pacific Ocean against the towering Kaikoura ranges offers stunning photo opportunities and the chance to experience a region like no other. And hey, we encourage you to add on a few extra activities to make the most of your time!

You’ll travel comfortably in our modern Mercedes Sprinter (or similar vehicle) packed with extras to make your journey as smooth as possible. Our passionate and fun guides will bring the trip to life, ensuring that you have a day filled with adventure and memories!

During your time in Kaikoura, you will also embark on a Kayak Experience:

"This adventure around the beautiful coastal waters 100% guarantees seal viewing and takes in the breath-taking views of sheer cliff faces, craggy rocks and mountain ranges while searching for chance encounters with dusky dolphins and blue penguins. The guided wildlife kayaking tour is suitable for all ages and abilities while operating year round and doesn't require any previous kayaking experience. You will stay warm and dry in our enclosed stable sea kayaks with all equipment provided including GORE-TEX dry pants in winter, jackets, wetsuit booties for your feet and dry bags for camera's."

Highlights:

• Picture-perfect scenery
• Kayak Tour with marine life encounters
• Wine Tasting (time-dependent)

Itinerary:

Christchurch - We begin our adventure by leaving the Garden City and heading north towards Kaikoura. Along the way, your driver will share interesting facts and highlights about the city of Christchurch, and wider Canterbury region.

Cheviot (15 min) - Our first stop is in Cheviot, a hidden gem on one of New Zealand’s largest coastal routes. This is a perfect spot to stretch your legs and refuel. After our brief break, we’ll continue through the stunning Hundalee Hills, where you’ll have a chance to spot surfers and local wildlife, including seals! The scenic drive offers spectacular views all along the way.

Kaikoura: Upon arrival in Kaikoura, you’ll have the opportunity to grab lunch before heading off on your kayak adventure! Glide across the water with the chance to spot seals, dolphins, penguins, and albatross while taking in spectacular views of the Kaikoura Peninsula. Afterwards, our driver will pick you up from the reception as we begin our journey back towards Christchurch.

If Time Allows: Waipara - If time permits, we’ll stop at Waipara, a renowned wine region surrounded by lush vineyards and green hills. Here, you can taste a selection of locally produced wines from a family-owned vineyard. Don’t worry if wine’s not your thing – beer is available as an alternative!

Christchurch - After a fantastic, action-packed day in Kaikoura, we’ll head back to Christchurch, where you can relax and reflect on a day full of stunning landscapes, wildlife sightings, and memories that will have your camera roll bursting with photos!

Please note: This tour is focused on kayaking and water activities, so there will be no opportunities for local walks or shopping. Additional stops for bathroom breaks will be included.

Inclusions:

• Small Group
• Carbon Neutral
• Kayak Experience
• Fish and chips lunch
• Bottled Water
• Local Kiwi Snacks
• Wi-Fi and USB Charging
• Wine Tasting (if time allows)
• Commentary from our expert guide
• 100% Kiwi Experience

We at Cheeky Kea Travel believe it is our small groups, our guides, the journey, and all those little details that set our tours well apart. Secret stops, wildlife viewings, specially designed vehicles, complimentary refreshments, and many other fun surprises ensure our tours are an experience to remember. 

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