The main reason most people at least visit Kaikoura is the whales. Kaikoura offers a unique situation to see whales up close. They come so close into shore here because of the continental shelf come pretty close in shore. This brings all sorts of wildlife in close to shore, Sperm whales, Dolphin and Orcas are […]
‘On top of the Franz Joseph Glacier’
First explored by a chap called Julius Haast way back in 1865, the Glacier has most of the time been retreating back up the valley. The glaciers are form because the west coast is very wet, it rains an awful lot. The rain is pushed up the mountain where it falls […]
The Kaikoura Peninsula is an ideal place to go Whale Watching. New Zealand is situated right on the continental shelf bringing Sperm Whales and Orcas close in to shore. This makes Kaikoura a wildlife hotspot. These animals are protected by law, visitor numbers are closely monitored to prevent upset to the Whales.
‘Sperm whale going down’
‘Whale […]
Milford sound is one of the most famous fiords, and indeed is one of the most popular tourist spots in New Zealand. Access to Milford sound via road is a journey in itself, there are numerous places to stop and explore on the way in. One of the great ways to see the Sounds is […]