Family-Friendly Activities in Kaikōura
Planning a family holiday with the kids in tow? Kaikōura is the ideal family-friendly holiday destination on the coast of the South Island. With plenty of activities to partake in, the whole family will be kept entertained! Check out our top 5 options for must-do, family-friendly activities in Kaikōura.
5 Things to Do in Kaikōura with Kids
Mini Golf
Emporium Brewing offers an exciting 18-hole Mini Golf course that was recently refurbished, the perfect family-friendly and affordable activity in Kaikoura!
Escape Rooms
Also located at Emporium Brewing, these real-life escape rooms are a great activity for families with older kids (recommended age 10+). Work together to find clues and navigate your way out of the room!
Kaikōura Llama Trekking is a unique activity for animal lovers! Young kids can walk a llama with their parents, while older kids can be in charge of walking their very own llama! This is a special and memorable experience for young and old kids alike.
Wildlife Kayaking Experience
A guided wildlife kayaking experience with Kaikōura Kayaks is an interactive and exciting day out for families. Voted one of the most popular tourist activities in Kaikōura, the kids will love spotting seals and birds on the water, with the chance to even see dolphins or whales if you’re lucky!
Available from Spring through to Autumn , the Coastal Pacific Train journeys between Christchurch and Picton, with a stop at Kaikoura. The perfect family day out, parents can relax on board, while the kids marvel at the scenery.
Ride the Coastal Pacific Train
Llama Trekking
Looking for the perfect place to stay?
A Room With A View has comfortable rooms, pet-friendly and centrally located accommodation with spectacular views across Kaikōura.
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