Kaikoura Whale and Dolphin Overnight Tour from Christchurch

Overview

Watch whales and swim with dolphins. This is a overnight delight for all those who wish to get close to nature. Journey from Christchurch to Kaikoura, where you will take a whale watch tour. Overnight in this tiny coastal town, before joining your Swim with Dolphins cruise. Dive into the oceans and swim next to these amazing mammals. A marine experience unmatched by any other.

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Christchurch - Kaikoura Travel by coach through the rolling hill country of North Canterbury, enjoying the beauty of its rural pastoral scenes, to Kaikoura where mountains meet sea (a journey of approximately three hours by coach). Kaikoura is world renowned for the variety of marine mammals which can be seen, not least of all the giant sperm whales and the acrobatic Dusky Dolphins. On arrival in Kaikoura you will be transferred to a whale watch tour by boat. This afternoon is free to explore Kaikoura. Overnight Accommodation: The White Morph or Similar Day 2: Kaikoura / Christchurch This morning join the Swim with Dolphins Cruise with Dolphin Encounter. You will be fully equipped with wet suit, mask, snorkel and flippers in order to swim in the sea with the Dusky Dolphins. There will be the opportunity during the day to visit a seal colony where fur seals may be viewed at close quarters. Returning to Christchurch this afternoon (a journey of approximately three hours by coach), a stop will be made at a North Canterbury vineyard where a wine tasting has been arranged for your pleasure, if time permits.

Pickup

Pickup included.

How to use your ticket

• On day 1 of tour you can choose to join the whale watching by either boat or Light Aircraft. Kaikoura Whale Watch Refund Policy: • Once the tour has commenced only the unused portion of the tour will be refunded should the boats not sail or the planes not fly. • If due to whale sightings or weather conditions the boat offers a partial refund, this refund will be passed on to our customers. • If whale watch is undertaken by light aircraft and no whales are seen, no refund applies. • In this case, these Terms override the Terms and Conditions Fee as outlined below. Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

What to know before you go

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Please note, infants under 3 years of age may not join the cruises but may travel on the light aircraft tours
• Children must be aged 8 years and over to swim with Dolphins.
• Customers must declare any pre-existing medical conditions. A basic level of fitness is required. Customers will be floating in the open ocean and will be required to swim to and from the boat - distances up to 50 meters (150 feet) at a time.
• Once the tour has commenced only the unused portion of the tour will be refunded should the boats not sail or the planes not fly.
• If due to whale sightings or weather conditions the boat offers a partial refund, this refund will be passed on to our customers.
• If whale watch is undertaken by light aircraft and no whales are seen, no refund applies.
• Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
• If time allows we will stop at a North Canterbury vineyard for a wine tasting!
• Maximum - One Medium size bag/suitcase per person (max 20kg each)
• Transfer from Kaikoura back to Christchurch may be by intercity coach if minimum numbers not met

Travelers

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

• From 6 days before : 100% refunded
• From 2 days before : 50% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled if there aren't enough participants.

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