
Matariki in Kaikōura: Reflect, Celebrate & Look to the Stars
Matariki — the Māori New Year — is a time for remembrance, celebration, and planning for the future.
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4 August 2025
11/52 - Drive the Kaikoura Costal route and Inland road. Not only is this super scenic and packed with ocean, mountain and wildlife vistas, it’s also a great...
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Mt Lyford is a bit of an underdog. The hidden alpine village and ski field that’s under 2 hours from Christchurch and 50 minutes from Kaikoura. Theres amazing...
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WIN A weekend away!! To celebrate the launch of Karaka Estate Wines we are giving you the chance to win a magic weekend away in Kaikōura! Included in the...
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52 things to do in Kaikōura 10/52 - Sauna & Cold plunge in the ocean 😮 Did you know kaikoura has a waterfront sauna!! And sunrise sessions are next level...
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KAIKŌURA is your smorgasbord of top quality Kai, from the oceans seafood to mountains wild game. You have access to all of this on your door step when you stay...
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ALPINE SPRINGS MOTEL in Hanmer Springs is available for bookings from this Friday 🙌 From studio units, 1 bed, 2 bed, 3 bed and up to the 4 bed house with...
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Views, Brews & BBQs in a beautiful renovated home 🏡 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, amazing views 🤩 🏔️ Ref: 111S
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Mt Lyford | Canterbury Get a world away only 2 hours from Christchurch. Book with CLOSE TO HOME
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52 things to do in Kaikōura!!! 9/52 - Helicopter flight over the Mountains and the Sea 🚁 When your in a location that combines 2885m (9465ft) Mountain peaks...
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You deserve to do it, now’s your time, and this is your sign! DM me ‘Holiday’ and I’ll fire through information to you 🥰
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MT LYFORD | CANTERBURY | NEW ZEALAND Dreamy location, good banter and good company are what these places are made for. Close To Home - Book and stay at one...
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Administrative role that is hard work, involves extra hours, and requires someone who is adaptable 🎉 You will be driven to learn the ins and outs of the...
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52 Things to do in Kaikōura 8/52 - Hike Mt Fyffe 🏔️ When you can do a surf check at 1602m! Although the walk is tough the views of the Kaikoura ranges and...
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Arrive at your holiday home and have fresh seafood, raw or cooked ready to go. COMING SOON… Service to allow more time for you! We now also offer click and...
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Spa pools make a getaway that much better, 10 of our properties have hot tubs if you’re looking for that little extra X factor on your winter escape! Book...
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Windy wild weather can be just as enjoyable in Kaikōura with an array of options to stay cozy and watch it all blow by, like we did today at the Pier! 🥂
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While Sup boarding with some of the resident dolphins, this Humpback whale decided to swim by and say Hi 👋 Amazing experience 🐋 At this time of year you...
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7/52 Things to do in Kaikōura. Enjoy our insane sunrise and Sunsets 🌅 🏔️ There are spots all around Kaikōura to enjoy these magic moments! Some of our...
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Moody weather may just bring out the magic in a hidden hideaway along the Kaikoura coast line..
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6/52 - Go fishing!🎣 Every Monday we’re giving you 1 of 52 best things to do in Kaikoura! Charter Boat: Kaikoura has a range of charter boat operators from...
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Every Monday we’re giving you 1 of 52 best things to do in Kaikoura! 6/52 - Go fishing! 🎣 Charter Boat: Kaikoura has a range of charter boat operators...
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Waking up in paradise is easy when you wake up here… Salt air, sun & stunning views 🌞 🌊 🏔️ Beach front villa. #Kaikoura #waterfront #whalewatching
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BOOKABLE NOW!!! Property Feature 📍BEACHFRONT VILLA | KAIKŌURA 🏡 2 Bedroom’s Sleeps 6 1 Bathroom 2 Toilets Waterfront Fully fenced water front character...
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KAIKŌURA has a phenomenal marine environment, we chat with some of the locals and find out why they call this place home! When visiting Kaikōura, you can...
View on InstagramMatariki — the Māori New Year — is a time for remembrance, celebration, and planning for the future.
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