South Bay Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Nicole Smelson
Photo by Nicole Smelson

Popular places to visit

Peninsula Walkway

Peninsula Walkway

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more.

Peninsula Walkway

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

4/5(6 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikoura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park

Mount Fyffe

4/5(27 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikoura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Mount Fyffe

Point Kean Seal Colony

4.5/5(80 reviews)

Find out about the history of Kaikoura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Point Kean Seal Colony

Fyffe House

4/5(13 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Kaikoura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Fyffe House

Kaikoura District Museum

4.5/5(27 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikoura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.

Kaikoura District Museum

Activities

Whale watching in Winter

Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat

AU$163
per adult
Whale Watching in Kaikoura by Boat
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip

AU$171
per adult
Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip
Jumping dolphins in Kaikoura dolphin swimming tour in Christchurch New Zealand.

Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura

AU$372
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Swim with Dolphins in Kaikoura
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura

AU$122
per adult
Private Seal Kayaking and Wildlife Tour in Kaikoura
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Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour

AU$122
per adult
Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour
1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Tour in Kaikoura

1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura

AU$376
per adult
1-Hour Private Heli-Picnic Mountain top tour in Kaikoura
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Our pick of the best South Bay Hotel Deals

Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
South Bay
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (150 reviews)
Great stay
"It was a great stay thanks so much"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

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Wakatu (wait a while) Cottage
Bay Cottages
Bay Cottages
3 out of 5
29a South Bay Parade, Kaikoura
The price is AU$197 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$197
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 3-star beach cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and free bicycles on site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (103 reviews)
"LOVELY AND RELAXING STAY"

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2025

Bay Cottages
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
South Bay
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (137 reviews)
Peaceful and relaxing
"This was the perfect bach for us. Quiet, private, just the right size. The back deck and small garden were nice and they even had a compost bin."

Reviewed on 4 Feb. 2025

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Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
South Bay
Stay at this cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy patios, an in-room coffeemaker, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (132 reviews)
Cosy Cottage
"Petite and Perfect- loved our stay in this cosy cottage. Enjoyed using the front covered veranda for dining and relaxing . Very clean and tidy- comfortable beds . Lots of bird song and easy walk down to the waterfront. Nice and close to the start of the Peninsula walkway. Would love to stay agai"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

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Cheerful Cosy Cottage in South Bay, Kaikoura
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Kaikoura
The price is AU$317 per night from 24 Feb to 25 Feb
AU$317
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this vacation home in Kaikoura. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Great location
"All you need in convenient location"

Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025

Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!
Beach front cottage
Beach front cottage
Kaikoura
The price is AU$310 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$310
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar
Stay at this cottage in Kaikoura. Enjoy free WiFi, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (20 reviews)
All good
"Right by the water. A lot of dock activity—fun area! Hosts were nearby—very nice people!"

Reviewed on 7 Feb. 2025

Beach front cottage
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Other neighbourhoods around South Bay

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Kaikoura Peninsula

If you're spending some time in Kaikoura Peninsula, Peninsula Walkway and Point Kean Seal Colony are top sights worth seeing.

Kaikoura Peninsula
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Kaikoura Flat

While visiting Kaikoura Flat, you might make a stop by sights like Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park and Kaikoura Beach.

Kaikoura Flat

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