Albatross Encounter

Kaikoura is renowned worldwide as a birding hotspot; within just a small area, you’ll meet one of the greatest varieties of seabirds and pelagic birdlife you’ll find anywhere!

Tours are by boat, on a vessel designed for purpose and only taking up to 12 people on each tour, so that you can get the best possible chance to see birds up close.

It’s typically just a 15-20 minute ride out to encounter the birdlife, during which you’ll be treated to spectacular views of the stunning Kaikoura Coast. The whole tour is approximately 2.5 hours long, giving you plenty of opportunities view and observe the majestic albatross and other species. On board is frozen ‘chum’ (fishy bits) on the boat, sourced naturally from local commercial fishers, that helps to bring the birds in close allowing very close viewing and photography opportunities.