Kaikoura Whale Watch Day Tour from Christchurch including Coastal Pacific Train

Christchurch, New Zealand
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Overview
Duration
12h
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect

Experience the natural treasures of New Zealand on a whale-watching cruise from the picturesque town of Kaikoura. Look for the mighty sperm whales that live in these waters along with dolphins, New Zealand fur seals and seabirds. Start the day with an early morning Train Journey from Christchurch to Kaikoura,  Admire breathtaking views of the snow-capped Kaikoura Ranges and visit a fur seal colony on land. Wrap up the day with a wine tasting at a vineyard in North Canterbury. Your experienced guide shares informative commentary throughout the day on this fun and fascinating tour.

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Important info

Not wheelchair accessible. Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation, if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.. Please note, infants under 3 years of age may not join the cruises but may travel on the light aircraft tours. Stroller accessible. 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.. Service animals allowed. If due to whale sightings or weather conditions the boat offers a partial refund, this refund will be passed on to our customers.. Near public transportation. Infants must sit on laps. If whale watch is undertaken by light aircraft and no whales are seen, no refund applies.. A decision is made at 6:30am each day, based on local weather conditions, as to whether the tour will depart Christchurch or be canceled. If the tour is canceled, clients are notified by 7:15am and no cancellation fees are charged. If the tour travels to Kaikoura and the whale watch cruises are canceled, whale watch plane tours are offered as an alternative. If clients do not wish to fly, or the plane tours are also canceled, a cash refund of NZD 120.00 per adult is given. Refund is issued on the day of the tour by the tour operator in Christchurch.. As the wineries close at 5pm daily and on selected public holidays, a stop may not be possible. On these occasions no refund is applicable.. Most travelers can participate. This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers. Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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What's included
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Transport by air-conditioned coach or minivan. Live commentary on board. Whale watching tour by boat. Lunch (if option is selected). Fur seal colony viewing. North Canterbury vineyard visit and wine tasting. Hotel pickup and drop-off. one way Train journey
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What's not included
excluded-items
Gratuities. Food and drinks, unless specified
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When

06:15 AM

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Cancellation Policy
can-cancel You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Leisure Tours
Meeting Point

Traveler pickup is offered
pickups from most Hotels/Motels & backpackers