Whale tales and seaside adventures: Kid friendly activities in Kaikōura

Kids playing mini golf with their parents on a sunny day.
Looking for things to do with the kids in Kaikōura? You've come to the right place.

Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway

Sandy bay with cliffs on Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway, Kaikōura.
Place Kaikōura
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The Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway has it all; the wild ocean, rugged cliff tops and mountain views capped with snow throughout winter, and an abundance of marine wildlife.

Mt Fyffe Distillery

Hand holding a bottle of Shearwater Gin from Mt Fyffe Distillery, Kaikōura.
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On the foothills of Mt Fyffe, Kaikōura, you’ll stumble across one of New Zealand’s smallest nano gin distilleries, Mt Fyffe Distillery.

Middle Hill MTB

Man doing little jump on his mountain bike.
Place Kaikōura Editor's Pick
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For the ultimate adrenalin fix.

Hapuku Kitchen

Owner of Hapuku Kitchen, Fiona.
Place Kaikōura Editor's Pick
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A food and nature lover’s wonderland.