From Christchurch: Kaikōura Day Tour with Whale Watching
Title as written by Cheeky Kea Tours
About This Experience
A 10-hour small-group day with pickup from 15 central Christchurch locations, the Whale Watch Kaikoura cruise of about 2 hours, lunch, snacks and a time-permitting Waipara wine tasting.
The sections below quote the operator's own listing. Where it says "we" or "us", that is the operator, so send questions such as dietary needs to them through your booking.
In the Operator's Own Words
- Search for sperm whales, humpbacks, orcas & dolphins on 2-hour cruise
- Spot fur seals on Kaikōura Peninsula & seabirds along Pacific coast
- Included lunch with Kiwi snacks
- Travel carbon-neutral in Mercedes Sprinter with small group (max 16)
- Experience an optional Waipara wine tasting (not guaranteed, if time permits)
What's Included
- ✓ Whale Watch Kaikoura cruise (approx. 2 hours on water) with expert naturalist guides
- ✓ Small-group tour with maximum 16 guests for personalized attention
- ✓ Carbon-neutral tour—100% offset emissions through certified NZ forestry projects
- ✓ Lunch included (vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options with advance notice)
- ✓ Wine tasting at Waipara family vineyard (strictly time permitting, approx. 60% of tours; we do not refund if this part of the tour is skipped)
- ✓ Expert local Kiwi guide with live commentary throughout the day
- ✓ Bottled water and authentic Kiwi snacks provided
- ✓ Modern Mercedes Sprinter with air conditioning, WiFi, and USB charging
- ✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off from 15 central Christchurch locations
Good to Know
- Please notify the activity provider of any dietary requirements prior to travelling
- If you are prone to sea sickness, bring some anti-nausea pills with you
Not Suitable For
- Children under 4 years
