Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway, Breathtaking coastal and wildlife encounters

North starting point: Point Kean viewing platform South starting point: South Bay viewpoint
Close encounter with seals and seabirds
4.7

Introduction

Do you want to get close to the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Kaikoura Peninsula? Come try the Kaikoura Peninsula Trail! You can choose to spend half a day or a full day exploring the entire trail on foot. However, if time is limited, you can choose to only take a 25-minute walk to the Whalers Bay viewpoint and experience the first part of the trail. No matter where you are on the trail, you can enjoy the breathtaking scenery where the sea meets the mountains. For travelers who love photography and hiking, the Kaikoura Peninsula Trail is an absolute must-see.

Must-go rating

Worth going
100%

Transportation

100%
Self-driving
Address
North starting point: Point Kean viewing platform South starting point: South Bay viewpoint
Opening hours
All year round, every day.
Transportation
It takes about one hour to walk from the town center to the Point Kean viewing platform in the north starting point, or about 10-15 minutes by car.