It is known for its sea life including dolphins, whales and seals. There is no shortage of seats available for watching the dolphins so advance bookings for watching is. I have a friend who was not able to book a swim, but was able to swim after others got cold. Bookme recommendation is to book well in advance or book the great deals on dolphin watch on.
Usually, there are two seasons for whale watching, ut exceptions occur, and you watch an unexpected pod. If you see a seat or two here dont delay as at these rates the dolphins wont wait for product information, refund policy please see the dolphin encounter swim product here on nz. Swimming with dolphins in kaikoura new zealands biggest. Take the opportunity to interact and swim with the incredible dusky dolphins of kaikoura. Mondello kaikoura in kaikoura features 4star accommodations with a garden. We will email you an open dated gift voucher valid for 12 months. We do operate a waiting list for swimming if the tour you are wishing to book is showing as full. Dolphin swimming tour swim with wild dolphins in the. An impressive 95% success rate means that you are guaranteed an 80% refund if your tour does not see a whale. Here you can go whale watching, see albatross colonies, spot lazy fur seals, and swim with acrobatic dusky dolphins. Kaikoura, a small town located on the east coast of new zealands south island, is one of the best places in the country to have encounters with marine life.
Under your wetsuit you just need to wear your swimwear and nothing else. Dolphin seafaris offers amazing encounters with dolphins using safe swim bars to hold on to while in the water. My wife wanted to swim with dolphin and i did not imagine that all will be book 2 months before. Swimming with wild dolphins in kaikoura, new zealand inc promo code september 9, 2016 7 min read 14 comments when it came to things to do in new zealand swimming with in dolphins in kaikours with dolphin encounter was easily one of my highlightsheres why. Our tours operate in the open ocean and we are subject to sea conditions and weather on the day of the tour. You will also need to provide ages of all children in the comments box on the next page. Browse and book the best price for kaikoura dolphin swim tour for 2090% off things to do in christchurch visit bookme christchurch more deals for you customers who booked this also liked these amazing deals. Kaikoura isite, west end, kaikoura 7300, new zealand p. You encounter resident sperm whales that have a 95 % sighting chance throughout the year. The viewing of marine life, namely whales, dolphins, seals and birds is the main reason visitors come to kaikoura, but there are many other attractions such as walks, fishing, scuba diving, 4 wheel adventures, maori tours and much more. Dolphin encounter booking unavailable on tripadvisor. Unbelievable dolphin encounter kaikoura swim with wild. A dolphin encounter where you get the opportunity to swim with, or watch, the dusky dolphins in their natural environment off the coast of kaikoura. Commonly asked questions about dolphin swim dolphin.
Akaroa harbour is the only place on the planet where you can get close to the worlds smallest and rarest dolphin, the hectors dolphin. The bay has plenty of amazing marine life to show off. Dolphin encounter kaikoura 2020 all you need to know. Fulfill your dream of encountering the majestic dolphins in the open waters of tauranga. To book kaikoura dolphin swim, simply log onto the dolphin encounter website, check your desired availability and pay. A comprehensive budget travel guide to new zealand with tips and. Swimming with hundreds of dolphins in kaikoura, new zealand. Dolphin watching tours and swimming with dolphins in kaikoura, new zealand. Swimming with wild dolphins is a genuine bucket list activity we never get tired of seeing the joy and wonder on the faces of our swimmers. This is an unforgettable dolphin excursion that is perfect for the whole family. The recipient will need to book an exact time and date online using the gift voucher they receive from you. Located in kaikoura, kaikoura peaks boutique emotel features a garden. I see this behaviour for myself one morning at kaikoura. Dolphin watching tour, kaikoura everything new zealand.
Its one of the many awesome wildlife activities in kaikoura and. Advance booking for swimming is essential in summer. Kaikoura dolphin lodge is 4 minutes drive from kaikoura train station. The booking process is normally very smooth and efficient however during the crazy new years period where most of the boats are booked up many weeks in advance it can be a challenge finding suitable availability, especially for a. Theres a terrace and guests can use free wifi and free private parking. Whale and dolphin watching kaikoura best time to visit. Watching kaikoura s dusky dolphins has a uniqueness all of its own. Kaikoura s mountaincrusted coast has a rich collection of marine life and your swimming tour brings you face to flipper with one of its most popular residents, the dusky dolphin. Hectors dolphins are endemic to new zealand, meaning they are only found in new zealand waters. We have three dolphin swimming vessels and are able to operate up to three tours per day. There is a barbecue and guests can make use of free wifi and free private parking. At kaikoura, dusky dolphins begin to congregate in shallow inshore waters in midoctober.
Also witnessing the interaction between swimmers and dolphins is a fascinating experience and could quite accurately be described as the most incredible dolphin. Tripadvisor llc is not a booking agent and does not charge any service fees to users. Everything about the tour was perfect, and i wouldnt change a single thing. In amongst the varied and vibrant sea life found off kaikoura is the spectacular dusky dolphin, found in pods of up to several hundred strong and one of the most delightfully exuberant characters of the southern ocean. Swim with dolphins in their natural habitat in kaikoura, one of the best dolphin watching spots in the world on this 3. I am so thankful we had the opportunity to experience dolphins in the wild, and get a glimpse into their world. Bookme is the home of the epic deals and last minute discounts on all. Kaikoura whale watch, dolphin swimming, seals, penguins.
Akaroa dolphin swim black cat cruises epic deals and. Go whalewatching by boat or air at any time of the year swim with or simply watch beautiful dusky dolphins on a dolphin encounter experience seal swimming with the playful new zealand fur seals in the shallow waters of the beautiful kaikoura peninsula take a bird watching tour to view seabirds, albatross, mollymawks, petrels and many more. We remain temporarily closed and at this stage are accepting bookings. These swim seats fill very quickly especially in the height of tourist season. Swim with wild dolphins in the marlborough sounds join us on new zealands best dolphin swimming experience in the shimmering, flat waters of the scenic marlborough sounds. For information about children wishing to join our tours. Start your dolphin encounter by climbing on board a modern powerboat. The opportunity to join the tour as a watcher provides spectacular viewing of these acrobatic and energised dolphins. I do apologise for the initial confusion with your kaikoura dolphin swim booking. Dusky dolphins, as well as common and hector dolphins, are also spotted yearround. Today were joining dolphin encounter to swim with dolphins in kaikoura.
Kaikoura dolphin swim tour epic deals and last minute. Like a living swimsuit, the dolphins skin is moulded by the water conditions to form small. The whale watch and seal swim booking offices are each 10 minutes walk away. Put on your snorkel and jump into a splashing, squeaking pod of friendly dolphins as they come up to greet your boat. There is a limit of just 16 swimmers on each vessel with plenty of additional space for watching. The whole thing was really well organised and the people running the trip were so helpful. Kaikoura is famous for marine mammals and birdlife and is regarded as the best place in new zealand to view whales, albatross and to swim with dolphins. The dolphin encounter tour offers swimming with the dusky dolphins but if swimming is not for you, watching from the comfort of. The best adventure new zealand can offer in my opinion. Dolphin encounter tours, please click here and ensure you read the information prior to booking. Dolphin seafaris book your dolphin experience today. Dolphin encounter kaikoura is new zealands first company to offer swimming with dolphins. Swimming with dolphins in kaikoura new zealands biggest gap year backpackerguide.
If you do not see a swim option available to book online. Swimming with wild dolphins in kaikoura, new zealand inc. We noticed tourists was asking about the kaikoura dolphin tour death. Dolphin encounter operating swimming with dolphins tours in kaikoura new zealand. Since then, weve built up an unmatchable level of experience, knowledge and insight about dolphins, and the best ways to encounter them in safe, humane and environmentallyfriendly ways not to mention exciting and joyful. These magnificent creatures have made their home base in akaroa, a stunning french inspired seaside village just a 90 minute scenic drive from christchurch. Whilst travelling new zealand i visited a small town called kaikoura. In kaikoura they are often seen close to shore in small family pods of 4 to 8 individuals.
In his book killers of eden tom mead describes how a pod of orca would herd. Kaikoura is a popular tourist destination and the best one in new zealand for yearround whale and dolphin watching. Get up close and personal to kaikouras incredible resident dusky dolphins in their stunning natural environment. Te wiki o te reo maori 9th 15th september 2019, 40 1 2019. Please book your dolphin swim seats as soon as you can.
Swim with dolphins at akaroa harbour, where hectors dolphinsfound only in new zealandvisit the waters of the banks. Swimming with wild dusky dolphins in kaikoura, new. The hectors dolphin was named after sir james hector, who was the curator of. Since then, weve built up an unmatchable level of experience, knowledge and insight about dolphins, and the best ways to encounter them in safe, humane and environmentallyfriendly ways.
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