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Albatross Encounter Kaikoura

96 Esplanade, Kaikoura, Canterbury 7300 New Zealand

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“Kaikoura has one of the greatest numbers of different types of seabirds within a small area than anywhere along the New Zealand coastline.”

Kaikoura is known as one of the world’s hotspots for pelagic birdlife with up to twelve species of albatross able to be found at various times of the year. The tour is a sea based operation by boat taking you off the spectacularly stunning Kaikoura Coast.

Kaikoura’s vast offshore underwater canyon system, with its nutrient rich waters, is responsible for the variety of sea-life able to be viewed off Kaikoura. A travel time of only fifteen minutes (by boat) is required to commence viewing of a large variety of pelagic birds including albatross (up to twelve species), shearwaters, petrels, penguins, gannets, skuas, terns and more.

The dedicated Albatross Encounter vessel has been adapted for maximum wildlife viewing opportunities and on board identification guides. We limit capacity to just 11-13 passengers to provide an intimate tour and ensure close proximity to the birds. A full species list and souvenir information pack is provided by the skipper for every tour.

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Albatross Encounter Kaikoura

96 Esplanade
Kaikoura, Canterbury
7300 New Zealand
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  • Sun - Sat: 7:00 am - 5:30 pm

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