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Close Up Sightings Whale Watch Kaikoura

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Enjoyed the cruise on a really sunny day. The crew gave everybody warning of potential seasickness so you had the option to change days. Having recently been on an orca tour in the Southern Ocean in Australia we were well prepared, but they do have seasickness meds available to buy too. On the way out we saw a large pod of dolphins and was a little disappointed we didn’t stop for them. Our main focus was on two sperm whales and we had some amazing sightings of them and a lot of information provided by the crew. Was absolutely fantastic to see them dive and flick their tail up. Would recommend this tour, but keep in mind that nobody can predict how much wildlife you might see. If you do see some, it’s very special.

Close Up Sightings Whale Watch Kaikoura

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Enjoyed the cruise on a really sunny day. The crew gave everybody warning of potential seasickness so you had the option to change days. Having recently been on an orca tour in the Southern Ocean in Australia we were well prepared, but they do have seasickness meds available to buy too. On the way out we saw a large pod of dolphins and was a little disappointed we didn’t stop for them. Our main focus was on two sperm whales and we had some amazing sightings of them and a lot of information provided by the crew. Was absolutely fantastic to see them dive and flick their tail up. Would recommend this tour, but keep in mind that nobody can predict how much wildlife you might see. If you do see some, it’s very special.

Informative VIP Tour Franz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre VIP Guided Backstage Pass Tour

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We were unsure whether this VIP tour would be worth the extra money when there were no chicks to view, but our ranger Devon certainly proved us wrong. We learnt an absolute ton of information about kiwi birds and everything they do at the Centre. Was also great to see and learn about the Tuataras. Devon was super knowledgable and friendly. Seeing the kiwis in the nocturnal viewing area was just so special. Loved quietly watching them rustling around for food or running around in their areas. This place is doing such great work for wildlife and I’d recommend supporting their work by visiting.

Informative VIP Tour Franz Josef - West Coast Wildlife Centre VIP Guided Backstage Pass Tour

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We were unsure whether this VIP tour would be worth the extra money when there were no chicks to view, but our ranger Devon certainly proved us wrong. We learnt an absolute ton of information about kiwi birds and everything they do at the Centre. Was also great to see and learn about the Tuataras. Devon was super knowledgable and friendly. Seeing the kiwis in the nocturnal viewing area was just so special. Loved quietly watching them rustling around for food or running around in their areas. This place is doing such great work for wildlife and I’d recommend supporting their work by visiting.

Incredible Unique Experience Helicopter Line - Franz Josef Glacier HELI HIKE (Ex Franz Josef)

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What an awesome activity! We thoroughly enjoyed our glacier hike and helicopter ride on a beautiful sunny day. Our guide, Cale, was excellent. He was super friendly, a great instructor and communicator. Not only did we feel very safe with him, but he also had a lot of knowledge about the glacier and answered any questions we had. The route we took was awesome, going through a stunning blue crevasse, past small icy waterfalls and over crunchy, slushy ice. Absolutely loved it, from the gearing up to the final walk back to base through the forest.

Incredible Unique Experience Helicopter Line - Franz Josef Glacier HELI HIKE (Ex Franz Josef)

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What an awesome activity! We thoroughly enjoyed our glacier hike and helicopter ride on a beautiful sunny day. Our guide, Cale, was excellent. He was super friendly, a great instructor and communicator. Not only did we feel very safe with him, but he also had a lot of knowledge about the glacier and answered any questions we had. The route we took was awesome, going through a stunning blue crevasse, past small icy waterfalls and over crunchy, slushy ice. Absolutely loved it, from the gearing up to the final walk back to base through the forest.

Incredible Unique Experience Helicopter Line - Franz Josef Glacier HELI HIKE (Ex Franz Josef)

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What an awesome activity! We thoroughly enjoyed our glacier hike and helicopter ride on a beautiful sunny day. Our guide, Cale, was excellent. He was super friendly, a great instructor and communicator. Not only did we feel very safe with him, but he also had a lot of knowledge about the glacier and answered any questions we had. The route we took was awesome, going through a stunning blue crevasse, past small icy waterfalls and over crunchy, slushy ice. Absolutely loved it, from the gearing up to the final walk back to base through the forest.

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