There are a number of car parks along the coastal side of the road

Quick Facts about this walk

  • Location: East Coast, Northern end of the South Island
  • Distance: 0 km
  • Time needed: 10 minutes
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Wheelchair Access: No
  • Route: Double back
  • Elevation: 1m
  • Wet Feet: No
  • Toilets: No
  • Dogs: No
  • Mobile Coverage: No
  • Last Updated: November, 2019
Whale watching scenic flight from Kaikoura with sperm whale

Save $133 - off the a Whale Watching Scenic 40 minute flight from Kaikoura

Fly over the whales on this stunning scenic flight which includes Kaikoura and it’s coastline. 

Summary points about this walk

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Transport

Buses run from Picton to Christchurch daily. Ask the driver if they stop for a quick look at the seals.

Water

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Driving Instructions

From kaikoura driver north on highway 1 to Picton for 25 Km to half moon Bay. From there on drive slowly and look along the coast for seals. There are a number of car parks along the coastal side of the road.

Shops & Restaurants Nearby

Kaikoura

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Points of interest along the walk​

Kaikoura Coast Seal Colony Walk
Kaikoura Coast Seal Colony Walk
Kaikoura Coast Seal Colony Walk

Kaikoura Coast Seal Colony Walk

As you approach Rahautara at 22 km you will see a few seals on the rocks.  The main car park is at half moon Bay.  Once out of the car, you can stand on the edge of the road and look down at the seals.  If it is a little too crowded, drive another 3 ks north to Paparoa Point, were there is a car par and an overnight camp over.  You can walk out to the seals. But the rock you step on could be a seal, so be very careful.  Take a gas mask, the smell will knock you over.

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