Kaikoura: Whale Watching Cruise 12:45 PM Departure
ID: GYG226204-739962
Category:
Country: Cuba
Duration:
03:30 hours
Description
Enjoy a unique whale watching experience off the South Island of New Zealand. Experience an up-close encounter with the world’s largest toothed predator, the giant sperm whale. Look out for other wildlife, including seals, dolphins, and birds.
Take a whale-watching cruise off the Kaikoura coast, and see giant sperm whales in their natural environment. Enjoy onboard commentary as you encounter a range of wildlife, including fur seals, pods of dolphins, and the endangered wandering albatross.
Set sail on a catamaran, equipped with engines that minimize underwater noise and nonpolluting toilets. Take in the views from the large outdoor decks or stay inside the air-conditioned interiors with comfortable seating and plasma screens displaying marine wildlife animations.
Gain an insight into the habitat with scientific information and indigenous knowledge about these creatures from the crew. Passenger numbers are kept well below the vessel's capacity to ensure a more personal experience.
Highlights
- Enjoy close encounters with the giant sperm whale
- See dolphins, seals, and the wandering albatross
- Admire stunning views of the mountainous coastline
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The minimum age is three years old but the minimum age is subject to the sea and weather conditions at the time of check-in
• Please note that the tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. The local partner will confirm your exact tour time by email after booking
• Please note that your tour time might be different from the one you request due to availability
• If you suffer from motion sickness it is recommended to take precautions prior to arriving at the office, motion sickness tablets are available for purchase at the office
• The amount of time on the water is just over 2-hours and it is recommended to allow 3 hours and 15 minutes for the entire experience including check-in, safety briefing, and bus transfers
The local partner’s office, Whale Watch Kaikōura.
INCLUDED
- 2-hour cruise
- Narration by expert crew
- Award-winning animation
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
