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12 hours Kaikōura

Kaikōura

Beach and mountains in Kaikōura.

Think you can't experience a taste of Kaikōura in 12 hours? We can prove you wrong. We’ve gathered a neat package of activities, delicious food, scenic spots, and great entertainment that can all be squeezed within a day trip to this seaside town. 

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Walking Where Ancestors Once Walked

Maurice Manawatu sat in chair.

Maurice Manawatu

Maurice Manawatu belongs to the Ngāi Tahu hapū of Ngāti Kuri who arrived in Kaikōura many generations ago and married into the original peoples.

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6 Alternative Activities in Kaikōura

Man riding downhill through forest at Middle Hill MTB.

Stay & Explore

From llama trekking to downhill MTB tracks, there's plenty to keep you busy in Kaikōura that doesn't involve a boat.

Kaikōura Food Guide

Cooked crayfish on a plate.

Eat & Drink

With an abundance of seafood at their fingertips, it's no surprise Kaikōura has a bunch of culinary delights across town.

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