Title: South Bay Travel Guide: Best of South Bay, Kaikōura Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in South Bay](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bay-Kaikoura-Hotels.0-n553248635975863478-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kaikōura](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Kaikoura.d6048104.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kaikōura](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kaikoura.d6048104.Travel-Guide-Activities)[South Bay Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-South-Bay.d553248635975863478.Car-Hire-Guide)[South Bay Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/South-Bay.d553248635975863478.Holidays-City-Breaks) # South Bay Travel Guide ## Kaikōura ![Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975863478/07835b38-36c7-4f1b-81c5-1ce4c585ed80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Person standing at lake with Kaikoura Seaward Range, Kaikoura South Island New Zealand](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975863478/07835b38-36c7-4f1b-81c5-1ce4c585ed80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Small but beautiful town. Tons to do. Sadly my seal encounter got cancelled due to weather, but my dolphin encounter was the best thing I've ever done in my entire life. And I heard the whale watching was also phenomenal. When I get back to NZ (hopefully one day), I'll definitely be doing all 3 and spending more time here! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975863478/6c39d23f-b6cd-426b-ad9e-2bb03f662b29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit South Bay Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kaikōura travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaikura.dx6048104) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Peninsula Walkway featuring general coastal views and rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532610371/d71eb8e8-9026-4bc1-9a2b-dbc49b31c449.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Peninsula Walkway 4.5/5(10 reviews) Go wildlife spotting as you hike on a coastal route across cliff tops and down to the shoreline. See whales, seals, sea lions and much more. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Peninsula-Walkway-Kaikoura-Peninsula.d553248621532610371.Attraction) #### Mount Fyffe Explore the great outdoors at Mount Fyffe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Kaikōura. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Fyffe-Kaikoura-Flat.d6112878.Attraction) #### Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park Enjoy an outing to Fyffe View Ranch Adventure Park during your stay in Kaikōura. Wander the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fyffe-View-Ranch-Adventure-Park-Kaikoura-Flat.d553248621532610370.Attraction) #### Point Kean Seal Colony 4.5/5(11 reviews) Find out about the history of Kaikōura with a stop at Point Kean Seal Colony. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Point-Kean-Seal-Colony-Kaikoura-Peninsula.d553248621526967047.Attraction) #### Kaikoura District Museum 4/5(3 reviews) You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Kaikoura District Museum during your trip to Kaikōura. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kaikoura-District-Museum-Kaikoura.d553248621526967048.Attraction) #### Fyffe House You can learn about the history of Kaikōura with a trip to Fyffe House. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fyffe-House-Kaikoura.d6112876.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47304136/d80569b3-06a1-44be-8dfa-b2d0f99a2285.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaikōura: Zipline and Native Forest Adventure Trip £89 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kaikoura-zipline-and-native-forest-adventure-trip.a47304136.activity-details) ![Kaikoura: Whale Watching Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45004857/fed8fe75-be8d-4ac6-803d-2cfc4080fa51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaikōura Whale Watching Scenic Flight (40 Minutes) £118 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kaikoura-whale-watching-scenic-flight-40-minutes.a45004857.activity-details) ![Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45677293/db3e8851-2cf0-4284-9003-a2209f85b3e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaikoura: Coastal and Alpine Scenic Airplane Flight £75 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kaikoura-coastal-and-alpine-scenic-airplane-flight.a45677293.activity-details) ![EcoZop Kaikoura dual ziplines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47420345/7863a483-0509-4b24-a7bc-f0ff481b0f59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half Day Zipline Adventure in Kaikoura £85 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/half-day-zipline-adventure-in-kaikoura.a47420345.activity-details) ![Picture 7 for Activity Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47855380/cc38844d-ac73-48f8-a1ac-b113e5f4c299.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaikoura: Seal-Watching Pedal Kayak Tour £59 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kaikoura-seal-watching-pedal-kayak-tour.a47855380.activity-details) ![Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2545613/ee1602b8-f45b-4a81-9cb9-1c509dcae897.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kaikoura Helicopters Classic Whale Watch £154 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kaikoura-helicopters-classic-whale-watch.a2545613.activity-details) [See all activities in Kaikōura](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Kaikoura.d6048104.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in South Bay ![Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27440000/27432300/27432294/07fdcb4b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kaikoura's lovely South Bays Cottage South Bay Kaikoura Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (157 reviews) Awsome spot So close to the ramp Crays and cod literally 5 mins away Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=27432294&PinnedHotelID=27432294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=27432294&PinnedHotelID=27432294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) ![Bay Cottages](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15690000/15685000/15684947/33075496_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Bay Cottages 29a South Bay Parade Kaikoura £95 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and free bicycles on-site. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (110 reviews) Super great little place with courteous hosts ! Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=15684947&PinnedHotelID=15684947&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) ![South Bay | Cosy | Private - KK1334, Cosy | Private | South Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106860000/106856400/106856314/w2048h1361x0y0-b291ab32_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### South Bay | Cosy | Private - KK1334, Cosy | Private | South Bay Kaikoura £138 8 Mar - 9 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Kaikoura District Museum and Kaikoura Museum are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews) Great location! Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F03%2F2026&endDate=09%2F03%2F2026&selected=106856314&PinnedHotelID=106856314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) ![K'orca Cottage by the sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37913900/37913837/d52b0d95_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### K'orca Cottage by the sea Kaikoura District Kaikoura Stay at this beach cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews) We had a lovely stay at the cottage. It is directly across the road from the beach and the views are amazing. The cottage is comfortable with everything you need for a comfortable stay. We only had contact with Gail the host via text message, but she was welcoming and happy to be contacted when needed. ... Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=37913837&PinnedHotelID=37913837&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=37913837&PinnedHotelID=37913837&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) ![Beach front cottage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89850000/89849000/89848979/c782c3b0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beach front cottage Kaikoura Canterbury £151 1 Mar - 2 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this cottage in Kaikōura. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are ... 9/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews) Clean and comfortable however the location is a few km from the town centre and the wake up at 4am with fishing boats going out is a little hard to take when on holidays Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F03%2F2026&endDate=02%2F03%2F2026&selected=89848979&PinnedHotelID=89848979&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975863478) ![Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97930000/97923200/97923161/d03e384e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kaikoura Fishing Retreat, not just for fishing!!! Kaikoura Canterbury £157 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Kaikōura. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Fyffe House and Peninsula Walkway are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (18 reviews) Good location for harbor and fishing. Everything we needed in the kitchen! 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