The Humpback

START: CHRISTCHURCH

FINISH: CHRISTCHURCH

The Humpback pass is a seasonal travel (September to April) experience designed for adventure seekers and nature lovers. Hop aboard the iconic Kiwi Experience Hop-On Hop-off bus, enjoy Kaikōura's infamous activities, and return the next day to Christchurch via the breaktaking Coastal Pacific train, one of New Zealand's most scenic rail journeys.

What Is Included

Start & Finish In Christchurch
One way journey on the Coastal Pacific train from Kaikōura to Christchurch
Legendary Local Driver Guides

The Extra Bits

Unlimited travel date changes with no fees
Pre-book and pay for accommodation & activities online via our Trip Planner
This is a seasonal pass that only operates from September to April
*Your pass is valid for 12 months from the date when you first travel or until you have travelled once over all sections of your purchased travel pass, whichever comes first

Start/Finish

Christchurch/Christchurch

Accommodation

4-6 Bed Hostel Dorms - Not Included, Book Via Our Trip Planner After Purchasing Your Pass

Transport

Kiwi Experience Coach and a Local Kiwi Experience Driver Guide
Coastal Pacific train

12 Month Pass Validity

Travel on your pass for 12 months*

PRICENZ

$199

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MAP

ITINERARY

Christchurch to Kaikoura

Dusky Lodge (or similar) - Not Included - Book Via The Trip Planner

Three friends posing with a mountain range in the distance

Two people standing on the rocks seaside

Departing Christchurch, we arrive in Kaikoura in time for you to check out what it's most famous for – whale watching or swimming with the dolphins. Spend the evening chilling on the beach or sampling some of the best seafood New Zealand offers for your dinner. The name Kaikoura means to eat crayfish (“kai” means to eat, “koura” means crayfish).

Experiences:

Optional Paid Accommodation

Dusky Lodge (or similar)

Included Scenic Walk

South Bay Walk

Optional Paid Experience

Wings Over Whales

Optional Paid Experience

Ziplining & Native Forest Trail

Optional Paid Experience

Dolphin Watch

Optional Paid Experience

Kaikōura Kayaks Wildlife Tour

Optional Paid Experience

The Sauna Project

Optional Paid Experience

Swimming With Dolphins

Optional Paid Experience

Whale Watching

Kaikoura to Christchurch (Coastal Pacific Train)

Hotel Give (or similar) - Not Included - Book Via The Trip Planner

Journey on the Coastal Pacific train from Kaikōura to Christchurch and prepare to be speechless at every moment. The train will have you simultaneously breathing ocean and alpine air as it travels rugged coastlines, remote beaches and skims the mountains before passing by the Canterbury countryside and arriving into Christchurch, the hub of the South Island.

Experiences:

Optional Paid Accommodation

Hotel Give (or similar)

Included Experience

Coastal Pacific Train from Kaikoura to Christchurch

Optional Paid Experience

Christchurch Street Art Tour

Optional Paid Experience

Waka on Avon