The waters off of Kaikoura's coast are extremely rich in marine life. So much so, that New Zealand Geographic calls Kaikoura, "A maritime Serengeti", "a Sea World without Walls". Guests have available a huge range of activities in and around Kaikoura.

Hapuku Lodge makes a great base camp from which to undertake a marine safari. World famous whale watching, giant albatross encounters, playful dolphin and seal swimming, sea kayaking, and deep-sea fishing are available year round.

For those staying off the high seas, options include night sky tours, Maori cultural tours, scenic flights, winery tours, horseback riding, biking and great hiking (or tramping as we call it in NZ).

It is less than a kilometer down our country lane to the ocean surf of Mangamaunu Bay

And guests can use the Lodge's mountain bikes (and helmets) to tour the local by-ways

You can find descriptions and contact information for many of Kaikoura's activities at this link. We are happy to make activity suggestions and arrangements for our guests.