How long does the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura trip take?

Actual time on the water is a maximum of 2.5 hours. Including check-in and bus travel, you should allow a total of 3.5 hours.

Can I bring food and drinks on board?

Food and beverages are not served on board. However, you may bring your own snacks or cold drinks, or purchase them at Flukes Cafe.

What marine animals can I expect to see on the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura trip?

The highlight is the giant sperm whale, which resides in the area year-round. There's also a chance to see other whale species like blue whales, humpback whales, orcas, as well as dolphins, New Zealand fur seals, and various seabirds.

Where is the check-in point for the trip?

The check-in point is the reservation office, located at Whaleway Station, Kaikoura.

Are there transfers to the harbor?

Coach transfers to the harbor are available from the reservation office.

Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Q: How do I book the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura?

Upon completing your booking, you will receive a tour voucher. Please print and present the voucher on the day of your visit. You must also call the service provider to specify your desired trip time.

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Inclusions
* Air conditioned vessel with comfortable seating and large plasma screens for marine wildlife animations * Whale Watch coach transfer to harbor * Viewing of Giant Sperm Whales * Opportunity to see other marine mammals such as Blue, Fin, Sei, Humpback, Minke, Pilot, Orca and Southern Right Whales, Common Dolphins, Bottlenose Dolphins, Elephant Seals and Leopard Seals

Exclusions
* We do not offer food or refreshments onboard, however, please feel free to bring a light snack or cold drinks along with you which can be purchased at the Flukes Cafe. A water fountain is available onboard

Highlights
* Each tour is a unique experience and the sightings vary. The Giant Sperm Whale is the star of the show and is resident in the area all year round. In addition to the Sperm Whale, a number of different species of whale have been sighted off our coastline, including Blues, Humpbacks, Rights and Orca. As well as sighting whales, a typical trip will cruise by colonies of New Zealand Fur Seals and perhaps take in groups of dolphins. In addition to the marine mammals, Kaikoura has a wide variety of off-shore birds. These include Albatross, Shearwaters, Petrels, Gulls, Penguins and Gannets

Duration
* The actual time on the water is up to 2.5 hours. Including check-in time and transfer by bus, you should allow 3.5 hours in total

Departure Location
* Our reservations office is located at the Whaleway Station, Kaikoura. This is the check-in point * Please click [here](https://cdn.experienceoz.com.au/assets/catalogueType/2/miscPDF/81324.pdf) to view the road status and travel time information

Booking Information
* Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking * Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience * For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher * Upon completion of your booking, you will need to phone the operator to advise of your preferred trip time

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About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

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About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Each trip offers a unique experience with varying marine life sightings. Giant sperm whales are the stars, residing in the area year-round. You may also encounter other whale species like blue whales, humpback whales, orcas, as well as New Zealand fur seals and various dolphin species. Beyond marine mammals, Kaikoura is home to diverse seabirds such as albatrosses, shearwaters, petrels, gulls, penguins, and gannets.

Why Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura is a must

Witness giant sperm whales, a year-round highlight, with opportunities to see other whale species and diverse marine life, including seals and dolphins. This trip offers air-conditioned vessels with comfortable seating and large monitors displaying marine animal footage.

Top things to do at Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Enjoy close-up views of giant sperm whales and potentially spot other whale species such as blue whales, fin whales, sei whales, humpback whales, minke whales, pilot whales, orcas, and southern right whales. Also, look out for common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, elephant seals, and leopard seals, as well as New Zealand fur seals and various seabird species.

How to get to Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

The check-in point is our reservation office, located at Whaleway Station, Kaikoura. Coach transfers to the harbor are provided.

Location of Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

The reservation office is located at Whaleway Station, Kaikoura.

Opening hours of Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Actual time on the water is a maximum of 2.5 hours. Including check-in and bus travel, please allow a total of 3.5 hours.

Facilities at Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

The vessel is air-conditioned with comfortable seating and large plasma screens for displaying marine animal footage. Drinking water is available on board.

Know Before You Go

Please note that each trip is a unique experience, and sightings may vary. Food and beverages are not served on board, but drinking water is available. You may bring your own snacks or cold drinks, or purchase them at Flukes Cafe. Booking confirmation will be received as a tour voucher upon reservation. Please print and present the voucher on the day of your visit. After booking, you must call the service provider to specify your desired trip time.

Frequently Asked Questions About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

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Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

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About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Why Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura is a must

Top things to do at Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

How to get to Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Location of Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

Opening hours of Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

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Frequently Asked Questions About Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura

1. How do I book the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura?

2. How long does the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura trip take?

3. What facilities are available on the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura vessel?

4. Can I bring food and drinks on board?

5. What marine animals can I expect to see on the Whale Watching Cruise Kaikoura trip?

6. Where is the check-in point for the trip?

7. Are there transfers to the harbor?