Kaikoura Whale Watching Tour Reviews

4.7 Rating 38 Reviews

Get up to $15 cash back per person when you book with us Join one of New Zealand's best whale watching tours 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale Possible dolphin and New Zealand fur seal sightings Onboard 'World of the Whales' visual presentation Please note: Bookings are on request and available departure times may vary. Our team will be in contact within 72 hours should a tour time not be available.

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Ann Fitzgerald

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“I opted for the VIP package as this was going to be a once in a lifetime opportunity. It meant we had more freedom to move to each side of the boat and the food given to us was delicious. I felt a bit sea sick so took it away with me as it was neatly packaged up . The commentator was clear with the information and great explanation of what they doing to search for the whales. We saw Spike the sperm whale and then visited another bay to see the small Hector Dolphins . So glad I did it !”

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Posted 10 months ago

Bibiana Orcasberro Varela

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“Just one whale saw. It was a good tour but could be better.”

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Posted 10 months ago

Kathryn Falls Roberts

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“Amazing tour and crew. We saw a Sperm Whale, two Humpback Whales, the cutest Dusky Dolphins, Albatross and a seal. Highly recommend this tour. A+”

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Posted 1 year ago

Bruce Farquhar

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“These guys are pros The whole experience was well organised and our family had a great time. We saw five different whales and a huge pod of dusky dolphins.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“Wow what a great time on the sea. We didn't see whales but saw a very large dolphin pod. This was made up 3 different species playing. Took some really good photos as I kept shooting the camera and didn't know how they would turn out. Is it worth it? Yes it is and glad my wife and I did this trip. If we went there again we would do the whale watch again.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“A wonderful boat with a very informative commentary about the Sperm Whale. This was a great experience and is highly recommended.”

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Posted 1 year ago

“The most incredible trip!!! We saw 3 sperm whales on our trip, and also had the luck of seeing all three tail flicks as they dive down under the water. It was such a special experience and run really well making sure we didn’t get too close to the whales so they were scared. We also saw a huge group of dolphins which swam right up close to the boat and doing lots of tricks for us which was so wholesome. All in all this was by far the best trip I’ve ever been on and would recommend to anyone!!!”

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Posted 1 year ago

Rachel Soudakoff

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“Very friendly and helpful staff who took our accommodations needs seriously and did their best to ensure that we had a great experience. Saw a couple of whales and hundreds of dolphins! Amazing”

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Posted 1 year ago