The Maori word Kaikoura translates to "KAI" food - "KOURA" crayfish (Lobster). Just a 90minute drive from Blenheim, Kaikoura is a wonderfully unique, picturesque and popular holiday resort. Tucked in the shelter of a peninsula jutting out into the Pacific Ocean, beneath the towering 2600 metre high Kaikoura Mountain Ranges, Kaikoura Township has much to offer. For those who wish to rest, just plain relax and enjoy the magnificent scenic views of mountain and ocean panoramas or absorb some of the history of the area. For the more active, venues are available for Golf, Tennis, Bowls, or Squash all year round as well as Skiing at Mount Lyford during the winter and from the sea to mountain top, there are suitable activities for people of all ages and interests to enjoy.

There are numerous adventure activities offered by experienced tour operators including:

• Whale watching - by air or by sea. One of the only places in the world where you can view whales all year round
• Seal watching
• Sea Kayaking
• Swimming with the Dolphins or Seals
• Deep Sea Fishing
• Scenic Flights
• Shark viewing
• Fishing & Scuba Diving from Boat or Shore
• Hang Gliding
• Horse Treks
• Rafting
• Mountain Biking
• 4-wheel Drive Trips
• Tramping
• Hunting
• Climbing
• Bush & Coastal Walks