Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
Overview
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Discover magnificent marine wildlife out on the South Pacific Ocean during this 12-hour Kaikoura dolphin swim from Christchurch. Travel through the rolling hills of North Canterbury to the rugged coastline of Kaikoura — the perfect place to view New Zealand’s dolphins, seals and birdlife in the wild. With warm wetsuit on, hop aboard your boat and learn from your guide the tricks used to encourage interaction with the graceful and curious dolphins. Dive to the depths below, snorkel over the waves and savor the joy of sharing the dolphins’ natural habitat.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be aged 8 years and over to swim with Dolphins.
Customers must declare any pre-existing medical conditions. A basic level of fitness is required. Customers will be floating in the open ocean and will be required to swim to and from the boat - distances up to 50 meters (150 feet) at a time.
Once the tour has commenced only the unused portion of the tour will be refunded should the Dolphin boats not sail. If due to Dolphin sightings or weather conditions the boat offers a partial refund, this refund will be passed on to our customers
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What‘s Included
Fur seal colony viewing
Local guide
Swim with Dolphins
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop off
Use of snorkel equipment including wet suit
Lunch
Options
Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
Pickup included
Operated by Leisure Tours
Reviews
23 reviews
10/10. Surreal, I’d do it 100 times over.
Bree R,
Feb 13, 2025
5.0This was the most incredible experience. Andrew our driver was awesome, the skippers Shae and Harry were so friendly and funny. Would definitely recommend bringing a gopro or hiring the ones they have to capture the true magic of the swim. I got sea sick on the way back with another lady and they looked after us so well, take some sea sick tablets if you have any doubts about getting sick! I would recommend this to everyone, the swim was amazing and Kaikoura is such a beautiful place to visit in general.
Great time!
Anisha T,
Feb 7, 2025
5.0Stephanie, our guide to Kaikoura and back was incredible. She was friendly, warm, knowledgeable and great to chat to. We had a fabulous time hanging with her. The trip itself was very well organized. We had a mild-medium sea sickness warning -- I did not think that the ride on the boat was actually that nauseating, however diving into the ocean while the motor is running and creating gentle waves was a little bit nauseating. Would recommend some ginger tablets. The folks from the diving experience were also great, all equipment is provided, and they can give you a little info chat if you're feeling a bit nervous about how to use your snorkelling gear. The dolphins are lovely - it feels magical to be able to see them so close... Go diving if you are feeling upto the adventure, but watching from the deck is probably also equally magical and perhaps even a bit less nauseating.
Lifelong dream
Konstantinos D,
Dec 24, 2024
5.0Swimming with dolphins is a dream. Not so easy (depending on the weather of course) but definitely worth it and you should try it. The transport company is perfectly coordinated for the times, the company for the dolphins is impeccable, professionals and they offer you the security you need (both materially and psychologically)
Wonderful
Joanne Y,
Mar 25, 2024
5.0Swimming with hundreds of wild dolphins is truly magical. Seeing so many schools of them playing in the ocean is just beyond word description.
Beautiful dolphins,...
Charlotte R,
Feb 28, 2024
5.0Beautiful dolphins, friendly and educated staff. Very well organised, may be more $$$ than a standard day trip but 100% worth it.
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