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Are there treks in the area?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The main hike is called "Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway". It makes the tour of the peninsula alternating beaches and viewpoints on the sea where you may spot whales.
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Why are there many old cars in town?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
New Zealanders love to maintain or restore old cars. This passion brings a touch of nostalgia and charm to the villages.
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Is the peninsula photogenic?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
Dawn is a privileged moment to photograph the Kaikoura Peninsula.
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Can we see sea lions?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
You can not miss the fur seals by following the walk around the peninsula. They are present from the car park where they sometimes prevent the drivers from starting their car (fur seals nap where they want).
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Can you see whales offshore?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
With good eyes (or good binoculars ideally) you may be able to observe whales off. The presence of an underwater canyon offers enough depth to attract them close from the shore sometime.
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How does the Peninsula Walkway end?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The Peninsula Walkway takes approximately 3 hours to complete and allows to admire the landscape and fur seals!
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Where can I find the departure point for excursions?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The departure point for whale watching excursions is at Kaikoura Harbor.
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What is the main tourist activity in the region?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
Whales are present throughout the year and 99% of the excursions allow to admire them. Prepare to photograph the giant tail when the whale plunges!
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Can we get closer to sea lions?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
If sea lion babies are curious and seem harmless, they can nevertheless bite. In addition, parents may not appreciate your visit ... Keep your distance!
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Kayak and dolphins at the Kaikoura Peninsula
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The Kaikoua Peninsula is best known for its whale-watching excursions, but you should not forget that there are also dolphins and sea lions that can be seen during beautiful kayak trips.
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What role does the peninsula play in Maori mythology?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The Maori legend tells that the Maui God fished the North Island from the Kaikoura Peninsula. The hook used was the constellation of the scorpion.
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What is the best time to photograph a whale?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The ideal not to miss the picture of a diving whale is to have a burst mode on the camera.
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What is the nickname of the rock on the beach?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The Sugar loaf is a rock formation that you can admire during the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. It is recommended not to try to climb it, because the ground is not safe because of the erosion. This does not prevent many travelers from doing it, alas!
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What type of beach is in Kaikoura?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
There are both pebble and fine sand beaches in the peninsula.
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What is the main hike of the peninsula?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The observation of the Giants Sperm Wales is not the only activity of the region. A few hours are enough to make the tour of the peninsula and enjoy the striking panorama that gather sea and mountain.
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Why does the whale come to the surface?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
Even if a whale is a mammal capable of remaining under water for more than two hours, it must go up to the surface to empty its lungs.
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Should we come in case of bad weather?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The morning mist adds a fantastic note to the ragged coast of Kaikoura.
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What is the best way to observe whales?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
If your budget allows, it is recommended to fly over the whales in a helicopter. Unlike the boat trips that reveal only the back and fin of these mammals, the view of the sky allows you to fully admire them.
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What is the unique feature of the peninsula?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The Kaikoura peninsula offers the rare spectacle of the mountain reaching the sea.
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What are the chances of observing whales at each tour?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The odds of observing at least one whale are 99%! In the contrary case, the travelers are reimbursed by the organizer.
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What souvenir to bring back from Kaikoura?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
Given the incredible variety of landscapes on the South Island of New Zealand, it is not uncommon to forget Kaikoura. Even if you are afraid of sea sickness, the peninsula offers stunning walks and a few surprises like the nursery of baby fur seals.
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What is special about the Kaikoura Peninsula?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The originality of the Kaikoura peninsula lies in the proximity between the sea and the mountain. It is rare to be able to combine these two landscapes on the same photograph. With the presence of whales offshore, one understands why this small village welcomes one million visitors each year.
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How to reach Ohau Stream Waterfall?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The cascade of Ohau Stream is a few kilometers from the village. A short ten-minute stroll through the forest and you've arrived!
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What is the best spot for whale watching?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
It is the presence of a giant underwater canyon 1500 meters deep that attracts whales. This particularity make the happiness of the travelers who come to admire the biggest mammals in the world.
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Where is the fur seal nursery?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
To visit the fur seal nursery, look for the "Ohau Stream" river on the map. The trail that runs along a railway leads into the forest before reaching the waterfall. Sea lions are present most of the year.
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Does the village cover a large area?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The village of Kaikoura has 3600 inhabitants. But it achieves the feat of hosting one million visitors each year.
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How to make a perfect photo of Kaikoura Peninsula?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
Taking a photo gathering whale, sea and mountain is only possible in Kaikoura and nowhere else in the world.
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Where to taste lobsters at a reduced price?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
If you like lobsters, you also know that it is an overwhelming delight. Kaikoura meaning "lobster meal" in Maori, you will not be surprised to find them at half price at the Kaikoura Seafood BBQ.
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Where is the colony of seagulls?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
You will find the colony of seagulls not far from the beach of the "sugar loaf". Rest assured, we are not in a Hitchcock movie …
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What does the statue represent in the village of Kaikoura?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The sculpture of the village of Kaikoura represents the Maui God fishing the North Island of New Zealand using the peninsula as a fulcrum.
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Skiing and Surfing on the same day in New Zealand
- Kaikoura Peninsula
The proximity of mountains and beaches allows to alternate mountain and beach sports during the very same day, which is normally impossible in most countries.
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How was the culture of New Zealand forged?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
New Zealand culture mixes British and Maori influences. It was built for several centuries and now has an Asian influence with the arrival of the third wave of migrants.
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Is the region crowded by tourists?
- Kaikoura Peninsula
While Kaikoura attracts mostly visitors who come to admire the whales, the area remains rather wild. Beautiful surprises await those who walk off the beaten tracks.
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