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  • SundayJanuary 23
  • Sailing10:00:00 AM

Need more information? Call (NZ) 0800 655 121 or email res@whalewatch.co.nz

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KAIKOURA WEATHER

Next cruise status

  • SundayJanuary 23
  • Sailing10:00:00 AM

Need more information? Call (NZ) 0800 655 121 or email res@whalewatch.co.nz

Kia Ora!

Welcome to Whale Watch Kaikoura

New Zealand's Ultimate Marine Experience.

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Our place Kaikōura

A magical world where the mountains meet the sea.

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Our nature perfect tail shot

Get close to nature, as you've never seen it before.

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Our people rich culture

The people, the land, the sea and all living things as one. Visit and hear our stories.

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Your experience Whale Watching Tours

Giant sperm whales are the stars of the show and year-round residents.

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Our Region

ALPINE PACIFIC TOURING ROUTE

New Zealand’s newest touring route, 450kms of spectacular scenery winding past wineries, alpine thermal pools, wild surf, and wildlife.

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Whale Watch monitors the latest public health advice and adapts the operation accordingly.

Key Themes:

  1. If you are unwell, have been to a place of interest in the last 14-days or are awaiting a covid test please stay home.
  2. Contact tracing is required so we ask you to scan in with the covid tracer app or use the manual sign-in option provided.
  3. We ask that you wear a face covering.
  4. Our cleaning procedures have been enhanced and hand sanitizer is available.
  5. We ask that you listen to all instructions provided by our team, please be patient and kind.

Vaccination Mandates - The Vaccine Pass - Covid19 Protection Framework

From Friday 3rd December 2021 all customers to Whale Watch will be required to present a valid New Zealand Government vaccine pass as part of the New Zealand Governments Covid19 Protection Framework to travel on our tours and enter our premises unless they are exempt.

You are exempt if;

  1. You are ineligible for vaccination.
  2. Children under 12-years and 3-months of age.
  3. People who are clinically exempted.

Please note: You may also be required to show a valid form of ID in the form of a current New Zealand drivers license, Passport or 18+ Kiwi Access Card to validate your ID. Please ensure you have one of these options readily available upon request.

The message from the New Zealand Government is clear. To enjoy the full life everyone in New Zealand deserves, get vaccinated today. If you are already vaccinated, do your best to help your friends and family get their vaccinations so we can all enjoy life within the new system. 

Covid19 Protection Framework

Should you have any concerns or questions in this regard, please do not hesitate to contact our Customer Support Services team.