13/07/2023
Kaikoura
A small town located around 160 km (100 miles) to the north of Christchurch on New Zealand’s South Island, Kaikoura is ranked as the best destination in the world when it comes to watching s***m whales. Growing up to 18 meters (60 feet) long, the s***m whale of “Moby Dick” fame can dive as deep as 3,000 meters (9,800 feet) and remain below for more than two hours.
A deep underwater canyon hugs the coast of Kaikoura, creating an environment that attracts all manner of sea life, from dolphins and seals to humpback, pilot and blue whales. Kaikoura’s economy revolves around whale-watching, offering a variety of boating tours as well as light-aircraft flyovers.