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4 Best Christchurch Whale Watching Tours

The trips worth booking.

The 4 christchurch whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.

4 Best Christchurch Whale Watching Tours

Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch - Kaikoura whale watching: sperm whales, dolphins, and a real wildlife plan
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Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

1.Kaikoura Private Whale Watching Day Trip from Christchurch

Private Kaikoura day trip from Christchurch for sperm whales, seals and dolphins, with pickup and a short Kahutara River Walk.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“Totally worth taking this tour—it was a great idea. Kaikōura is truly a hidden gem of New Zealand, rich in marine life. We were lucky enough to spot three whales, seals, and a huge number of dolphins. This tour is a must for anyone who loves wildlife, nature, or wants to try fresh seafood”

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Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch - Whale watching cruise: the part that depends on weather
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Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch - Small Group - Cheviot and Hundalee Hills: fur seals and quick legs
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch – Small Group

3.Kaikoura Whale Watch Tour from Christchurch – Small Group

Small-group whale watching from Christchurch to Kaikōura, with hydrophones, a naturalist crew, fur seals, and optional Waipara wine tastings.

★ 4.5

“due to the terrible weather the whale watching was cancelled. Our brave and determined guide did her best to make the day worthwhile. She did her best but in the in the rain it is pretty difficult. 3 highlights-an extraordinary seal colony; great wine testing and out guide Diane. She taught us a great deal…”

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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train - Timing, lunch choices, and how not to feel rushed
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Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

4.Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

Coastal Pacific train to Kaikoura for live-guided whale watching, then fur seals and a possible Waipara Valley wine stop.

★ 5.0

“We took the train to Kaikoura, nice view with the awesome open air carriage to take some nice photo. Manage to catch the whale after several try. We prefer train ride over the sightseeing van but the van ride offers nice commentary from the lovely tour guide. Kaikoura worth a stay if you have time.”

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