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Discover 16 Experiences in Kaikoura on Trip.com, updated February 6, 2026, with experiences lasting from 1 to 11 hours. Find the perfect adventure for your day!

From INR 3,463.55 per person, with an average total of INR 12,449.83. Choose the option that suits your plan.

With 850 verified reviews, Experiences Kaikoura boast an average rating of 4.9.

This week's most popular Experiences: "Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise", with 328 reviews and a 4.5 rating.

Now on Trip.com: "Whale Watch Kaikoura", a 3-hour adventure in Kaikoura!

The next available day tour departs on February 7, 2026. Book now to secure your spot!

Kaikoura Experiences usually take about 3 hours — perfect for a relaxed, immersive experience!

100% of Kaikoura Experiences now offer English-speaking guides

February is the perfect time to visit Kaikoura! Choose from Experiences available day tours, including seasonal favorites like Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise.

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Whale Watch Kaikoura
󱩳Year-round is the perfect time to observe the sperm whale, one of Earth's largest toothed whales.
Free cancellation
Duration: 3 hrs
FromINR 9,387.69
Whale Watching in Kaikoura, New Zealand [Optional Cruise/Flight Tour]
󱩳Answer the call of the ocean! In Kaikoura, you'll witness the magnificent sight of whales breaching the surface and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature!
Free cancellation
Duration: 4.5 hrs
43 booked
FromINR 9,500.34
Kaikoura whale watching cruise [Please check availability before booking]
󱩳Very few spots left in February, please inquire before placing your order.
Duration: 3 hrs
FromINR 14,153.09
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Milford Sound cruise sightseeing tour [Multiple vessels available + wildlife encounters and waterfall visits]
󱩳Cruise through Milford Sound, witness the 155m waterfall cascading down, dolphins leaping out of the water, and glacial U-shaped valleys with mirror-like reflections, forming a pristine landscape poem.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–3 hrs
4.8/5
Very good· 6 reviews· 130 booked
FromINR 7,686.17
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New Zealand Mount Cook Tasman Glacier/Fox Glacier/Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Tour + Glacier Hike [Professional equipment provided, blue ice cave experience]
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162 travelers saved
Free cancellation
Duration: 3–4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 5 reviews· 299 booked
FromINR 39,310.92
Queenstown Skyline cable car round-trip with 3/5/6 Luge rides option
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37 bookings in 7 days
Free cancellation
English
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews· 626 booked
FromINR 3,463.55
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Free cancellation
Duration: 210 mins
4.3/5
Good· 229 reviews
FromINR 9,923.60
Whale Watch Kaikoura Experience with Optional VIP Viewing Cabin (Close-up Whale Watching, Over 95% Success Rate)
󱩳Features a sickle-shaped hull design for enhanced seafaring adaptability, offering panoramic viewing with an additional spectator stand at the bow.
Free cancellation
Duration: 1.5–2 hrs
FromINR 8,854.17
Kaikoura Sea Fishing in South Island, New Zealand - Captain IAN (Experienced Local Captain + Lobster Catching and Fishing at Sea)
󱩳Led by a seasoned local captain in Kaikoura, the fishing boat is equipped with professional electric fishing rods
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 3 reviews· 122 booked
FromINR 8,152.18
Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain TOMO in New Zealand's South Island [Experienced Local Crew + Lobster Catching]
󱩳Accompanied by local crew members familiar with the fishing conditions in Kaikoura waters, you can locate fish schools and lobster habitats, making it easy for beginners to get started quickly.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews· 21 booked
FromINR 5,343.94
Kaikoura Rodfather Fishing & Lobster Catching Tour in New Zealand - 2.5 hr or 4 hr Options Available
󱩳Fishing and crayfish fishing tours, perfect for beginners and family outings.
English
FromINR 8,704.15
Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch
Free cancellation
Duration: 11 hrs
4.2/5
Good· 67 reviews
FromINR 20,455.28
Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Ian in New Zealand's South Island [Local experienced captain leads fishing trips, catch giant crayfish]
󱩳With the help of local crew members familiar with the fishing conditions in Kaikoura waters, even beginners can quickly get the hang of it.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 2 reviews
FromINR 8,582.69
Queenstown Skyline Cable Car Restaurant Stratosfare Restaurant Buffet Lunch/Dinner | Optional Window Seat
󱩳Queenstown Skyline cable car restaurant offers a seafood feast at the mountaintop with optional window seats
Free cancellation
English
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 97 booked
FromINR 7,669.28
Fox Glacier Heli-Hike: Scenic Helicopter Tour + Glacier Walk with Fast Ticket Issuance + Professional Equipment
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87 travelers saved
Free cancellation
Duration: 4 hrs
4.7/5
Very good· 7 reviews· 251 booked
FromINR 38,724.19
New Zealand Fox Glacier/Franz Josef Glacier/Mount Cook helicopter sightseeing + glacier snow landing
󱩳Take a scenic helicopter ride to admire the breathtaking views of New Zealand's glaciers and explore the remote inland areas.
Duration: 20–40 mins
FromINR 22,023.50
North Island, New Zealand: Waitomo Glowworm Caves, Ruakuri Cave & Aranui Cave Glowworm Cruise Tour
󱩳The Waitomo Glowworm Caves boat tour offers a mesmerizing experience as you glide through caves illuminated by thousands of twinkling glowworms.
Duration: 1–4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 28 booked
FromINR 3,849.64
South Island, New Zealand: Aoraki/Mount Cook Helicopter Glacier Scenic Cruise - Tasman Glacier Helicopter Tour - Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park Southern Alps - M
󱩳Classic Aoraki / Mount Cook activity in New Zealand: Helicopter glacier experience with one glacier landing, allowing you to disembark for sightseeing and photos before reboarding to continue the scenic flight.
Free cancellation
English
FromINR 24,145.16
New Zealand Milford Sound 1-day tour [Optional departure locations | Choose between RealNZ or Southern Discoveries | Optional transfers, explore nature's hidden gem in 1 day]
󱩳Support flexible departures from multiple locations, allowing you to choose between Queenstown or Te Anau for pickup as needed. No extra travel required for assembly, seamlessly fitting different accommodations and itineraries to easily start your fjord adventure.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 5 reviews· 69 booked
FromINR 8,204.84
KJet Queenstown Jet Boat Ride on the Kawarau and Shotover Rivers
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94.7% of travelers recommend
Free cancellation
Duration: 1 hr
4.8/5
Very good· 188 reviews· 24 booked
FromINR 8,237.59
New Zealand Mount Cook Helicopter Sightseeing + Alpine/Snow Landing Helicopter Line + Optional Glacier Hike (20–55 min options + Departing from Glentanner)
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124 travelers saved
Free cancellation
Duration: 0.5–1 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 197 booked
FromINR 19,333.11
Auckland Dolphin and Whale Watching Eco-Safari Cruise
Free cancellation
Duration: 270 mins
4.5/5
Satisfied· 328 reviews· 29 booked
FromINR 12,184.26
Scenic flight + cruise to Milford Sound from Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand
󱩳45-min one-way flight with guaranteed window seat and transfer from most Queenstown hotels
Duration: 2–5 hrs
FromINR 9,662.28
Queenstown skydiving NZONE/Wanaka skydiving Skydive [Multiple heights and time slots available + free fall + professional instructors]
󱩳Optional dual landmark viewing: Unlock New Zealand's top aerial views, admire the lake and mountain scenery in Queenstown, enjoy the wilderness panorama in Wanaka, with stable air currents turning the descent into a scenic journey.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–4 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 46 booked
FromINR 19,378.53
Kaikoura's viral The Pier Hotel restaurant highlight: lobster meal
󱩳A highly-rated seafood restaurant on TripAdvisor, renowned for its garlic and butter roasted lobster that receives rave reviews!
English
FromINR 3,962.87
New Zealand South Island Aoraki / Mount Cook Tasman Glacier Ice Explorer Boat - Tasman Glacier Lake Explorer Tour - Magnificent Views of New Zealand's Glacial Lakes
󱩳An extraordinary activity in New Zealand, experience surreal sensations in unique natural surroundings, explore the distinctive glacial lake formed beneath glaciers, all at great value.
Free cancellation
Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
41 booked
FromINR 16,856.32
Milford Sound Sightseeing Cruise Ticket in Queenstown, New Zealand [RealNZ Monarch/ Southern Discoveries/ Mariner/ Sinbad]
󱩳Board the luxury cruise known as the "Gem of the Fjords" and embark on an unforgettable water voyage
Duration: 1–3 hrs
21 booked
FromINR 8,007.82
Queenstown Wanaka Real Guns Professional Shooting Experience [Multiple Time Slots Available + One-on-One Guidance from Professional Instructors + Legal Real Gun Shooting]
󱩳Professional certified instructors and strict safety standards, with a variety of firearms to choose from,
Free cancellation
English
58 booked
FromINR 8,710.94
Kaikoura Fishing with Captain TOMO/IAN [Deep Sea Fishing & Lobster Catching]
󱩳Kaikoura fishing lets you experience the joy of angling, catch a variety of ocean delicacies, and enjoy the pleasure of being a fisherman!
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–4 hrs
82 booked
FromINR 8,214.23
Kaikoura Whale Watching Cruise in New Zealand [Whale Watching at Sea]
󱩳Answer the call of the ocean! Witness the magnificent sight of whales breaching the surface in Kaikoura and feel the awe-inspiring power of nature!
Free cancellation
Duration: 3–3.5 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review· 121 booked
FromINR 9,419.10
Captain Ian's Kaikoura Fishing & Lobster Catching Tour (Electric Fishing Rods/Led by Experienced Local Captain) - South Island, New Zealand
󱩳Relax and enjoy the scenery of the sea, lakes, and mountains along the coastline. We depart from South Bay Pier to the nearest fishing spot, just a 10-minute drive away.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2.5 hrs
FromINR 8,071.99
Kaikoura Deep Sea Fishing with Captain Melcome in New Zealand's South Island [Led by an Experienced Captain, Even Beginners Can Reel in Fish and Catch Giant Lobsters]
󱩳With the help of local crew members familiar with the fishing conditions in Kaikoura waters, even beginners can quickly get the hang of it.
Free cancellation
Duration: 2–3 hrs
5.0/5
Excellent· 1 review
FromINR 8,221.18

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Reviews: Milford Sound cruise sightseeing tour [Multiple vessels available + wildlife encounters and waterfall visits]

Guest User2026-02-01

Great boat ride. Beautiful views. Just dress warmly, the wind is strong and cold.

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Reviews: New Zealand Mount Cook Tasman Glacier/Fox Glacier/Franz Josef Glacier Helicopter Tour + Glacier Hike [Professional equipment provided, blue ice cave experience]

Guest User2025-09-16

The blue ice cave on this tour wasn’t quite as breathtaking as the photos online, but it was still well worth the visit

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Reviews: Queenstown Skyline cable car round-trip with 3/5/6 Luge rides option

Guest User2025-12-14

Easy to book through app. Present booking confirmation at the Skyline ticketing counter to get a ticket for the gondola and luge rides. View from the top was very nice, and luge rides was fun with 2 tracks to choose from.