Best views from here of both bays. The backdrop of the moutain range & ocean is just breath taking. Every day is different. Been here many times in various seasons, hard to chose a favorite. Can also stop & have your lunch or dinner up here, alfresco- (Rubbish bins available) Its also free, so no charge.Which is what also makes Kaikoura unique & has a nostalgic feel of what NZ used to be like...
Read moreKaikōura township is located between the sea and the foot of the Seaward Kaikōura Ranges, which has more than half a dozen peaks over 2,000 metres.
The Seaward Kaikoura Range rises up almost directly out of the sea in places.
The Kaikoura Ranges are an impressive sight, visible for quite some distance. On a clear day you can see the ranges from the southern coast of the...
Read moreA really good point in Kaikoura. We havent found this on TripAdvisor. From this place you have an amazing view over Kaikoura. You can get there easy by car. You should just follow the sign of "Kaikoura Lookout". You have then a gravel parking area and some options to sit. On the left side of the carpark you can climb a few stairs to have a better view in the...
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