Kaikoura Swim with Dolphins Tour from Christchurch
In Christchurch
From
£182
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0 day · 4.5 (29)
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.
Pickup included
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
What's not included
- Lunch
Practical information
- Operated by
- Leisure Tours
- Max group size
- 16 travellers
- Travellers per booking
- 1–9
- Languages
- en
- Confirmation
- INSTANT
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.
Important notes
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- 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/swimming 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. Swimming aids/floaties are not permitted.
- 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
- Children under 3 years of age are not permitted on the Dolphin Boats
Frequently asked questions
The tour runs for around 12 hours. Times are approximate and may vary depending on group size, traffic, and site conditions on the day.
What's included is set out in the tour description above. As a general guide, transport and guiding are normally covered; meals, personal expenses, and gratuities are typically extra unless the description states otherwise.
We don't hold specific age or fitness guidance for this tour. Read the activity description carefully and, if in any doubt, speak to your cruise line's excursion desk before you book.