| Whale watching and
a magical day’s outing Just an hour and
a half’s drive north on State Highway 1, lies Kaikoura,
a mecca for whale watching, with its dramatic snow-capped
mountains rising steeply from the sea.
A unique set of circumstances makes this home to a pod
of mature Sperm Whales which lives here year-round. A drive
to Kaikoura is an enjoyable day's excursion. You can choose
to whale watch from a boat trip, light aircraft or helicopter
at any time of year.
Kaikoura offers a range of other exciting activities as
well as whale watching, including swimming with dolphins,
albatross encounter and scenic flights. There are Maori
cultural tours and restaurants serving delicious seafood,
such as the renowned local crayfish (lobster) - almost literally
straight out of the sea.
Waipara is a cornerstone of the famous Alpine Pacific Triangle,
one of the world’s great scenic drives. Returning
from whale watching at Kaikoura, head inland taking a mountainous
scenic route. Visit Hanmer Springs, a small Alpine Village
nestled in an idyllic valley, surrounded by towering mountains.
This village is popular for it's outdoor thermal pools and
spa but there are a huge range of other activities available
in the area including horse riding, hiking, golf, mountain
biking and cafes and restaurants.
Return to Claremont after your exhilarating day out whale
watching, kick off your shoes, soak in a long hot bath with
a cold glass of Sauvignon Blanc and then join your hosts
and other guests for a relaxed evening of fine dining and
savour our superb Waipara wines.
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