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Male sperm whales feed year-round along the deep Kaikōura Canyon, which plunges from 30 m to over 2,000 m only one kilometre from shore. Whale Watch Kaikōura reports a 95 % sighting success rate with an 80 % refund if no whales are seen. Aerial tours are also available. Watching only — no swim-with.

Sperm Whale in Kaikōura (South Island, New Zealand)

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About This Spot

Male sperm whales feed year-round along the deep Kaikōura Canyon, which plunges from 30 m to over 2,000 m only one kilometre from shore. Whale Watch Kaikōura reports a 95 % sighting success rate with an 80 % refund if no whales are seen. Aerial tours are also available. Watching only — no swim-with.

Best Months to Visit

See Sperm Whale in Kaikōura (South Island, New Zealand). Best months: January, February, March (up to 95% sighting chance). Watching. Plan your wildlife trip with Fauneya.

  • January: 95%
  • February: 95%
  • March: 95%
  • April: 95%
  • May: 95%
  • October: 95%
  • November: 95%
  • December: 95%
  • June: 90%
  • July: 90%
  • August: 90%
  • September: 90%

Practical Information

  • Location: Kaikōura (South Island, New Zealand)
  • Coordinates: -42.4000, 173.6800
  • Effort: day trip
  • Accessibility: Easy
  • Observation mode: Watching

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