New Zealand is now at Alert Level 1. We ask that you maintain good hygiene by making use of hand sanitiser placed around our facilities. Face coverings are encouraged on our tours but are not mandatory. If you are experiencing any flu like symptoms, please stay at home. Contact us if you have any questions. Be safe and be kind.

Whale Watching tours operate every day except Christmas Day. 

Whale Watch ® Kaikōura is New Zealand’s ultimate year round nature experience offering visitors exciting close encounters with Giant Sperm Whales. An impressive 95% success rate means that you are guaranteed an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale. The minimum age limit for children traveling on a Whale Watch tour is 3yrs+. See our Child Policy for further details. Due to popularity, advanced bookings are essential.

Times mentioned below are check-in times only, Please do not come earlier than the times specified.

Captain’s Cabin - Looking for greater comfort and exclusivity? The Captain’s Cabin is situated in the wheelhouse alongside the skipper and watch keeper. This cabin provides our guests with exclusive access to the skipper as they go about their duties as well as a dedicated guide for the duration of the tour.

Ocean Cabin - The main passenger cabin is enclosed and large outside decks offer great viewing and photo opportunities. Spacious air-conditioned interiors are fitted with comfortable seating while large plasma screens display our award-winning marine wildlife animations. Passenger numbers for each tour are kept well below our vessel carrying capacity to ensure your tour experience remains a personal one.