3 Day Kaikoura Whale Discovery Train Escape from Wellington

Enjoy a magical encounter with a whale in the wild! This three day rail package takes you from New Zealand's capital, Wellington, across Cook Strait and through the picturesque Marlborough Sounds, where you board the train for Kaikoura. Experience a whale watch boat tour, where you may see whales and other marine life, before returning to Wellington.

Your journey across Cook Strait, which separates the North and South Islands of New Zealand, is one of the most beautiful crossings in the world. Sail on the Interislander ferry from the capital city, Wellington, in the North Island, across to Picton, which is nestled in the heart of the Marlborough Sounds in the South Island. Connect with the TranzCoastal train from to Kaikoura and spend two nights at the White Morph Motor Inn. The next day you will experience a whale watch boat tour, where you have the opportunity to see whales at close range and encounter a wide range of sea life. In addition you will see the worlds rarest dolphin, the tiny Hector Dolphin. After two nights in Kaikoura with ample time to explore the natural beauty of this area, you will return by rail and ferry to Wellington. Read more information about the 3 Day Kaikoura Whale Discovery Train Escape from Wellington »