Where to see baby seals in Kaikoura?

Seals can be viewed from the roadside car park Ohau Point, located on the ocean side of SH1 just north of Ohau Stream. Alternatively, you can view seals at Kaikōura Peninsula, just south of the township.

Is Ohau Stream walk open?

Unfortunately the Ohau Waterfall Walk is closed until further notice due to 2016 earthquake damage. You can still see plenty of seals at Kaikōura Peninsula, just south of the Kaikōura town, a short walk around the shoreline from Point Kean car park.

Where to see seals in Kaikoura?

Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway
The most popular place to spot seals in Kaikoura is the Kaikoura Peninsula Walkway. This is a flat, and rocky headland loop track located approximately 3 kilometres from the main street.

Where can you see seals in New Zealand?

In the North Island you can see the seals at Cape Palliser, near Wellington and at Castlepoint on the Wairarapa coast. Take a kayaking trip around Tonga Island in the South Island’s Abel Tasman National Park and you’ll see seals, dolphins and penguins.

How many seals are in Kaikoura?

Although Fur Seals were hunted to the brink of extinction in many areas by early European settlers, the population is now conservatively estimated to be 200,000, with an annual increase in numbers of 2%.

Where can I find a seal?

Seals are found along most coasts and cold waters, but a majority of them live in the Arctic and Antarctic waters. Harbor, ringed, ribbon, spotted and bearded seals, as well as northern fur seals and Steller sea lions live in the Arctic region.

What is the best time to see whales in Kaikoura?

The resident population of sperm whales at Kaikoura can be seen all year round. Orca (killer whales) may be seen from December to March, and humpback whales in June and July. Several dolphin species are seen almost daily in the area. Whales thrive close to Kaikoura because of its unusual submarine landscape.

What time is the best time to see seals?

Wednesday night summer concerts, surfers when there are waves, a mile of fine white sand beach, good seafood and ice cream, a friendly town are all great things about seal beach. Best time to visit is fall – September – November and Spring March – June when it is less crowed but the weather is great year round.

What’s the best time of day to see seals?

When it’s hot and sunny, the seals typically leave the beach each morning by 7:00 or 8:00am at the latest. They’ll gradually return to the sand in the late afternoon or early evening, once the shade and/or tide has cooled off the sand.

Where can you see sea lions in New Zealand?

New Zealand sea lions (Rapoka/Whakahao) Can be found at: Waipapa Point, Jacks Bay, Surat Bay and Cannibal Bay.

What caused the decline of the New Zealand fur seal?

Although fur seals/kekeno are recovering in most of the country, a decline in some colonies on the West Coast of the South Island has been a focus of monitoring for some time. One of the possible reasons for this is the ongoing accidental capture of mature females in the winter fishery for spawning hoki.

What is the Māori name for New Zealand fur seals?

kekeno
1. (noun) New Zealand fur seal, Arctocephalus forsteri – distinguished from the larger New Zealand sea lion by lacking obvious ears and being unable to stand on all fours when on land.

Is the Ohau waterfall walk in Kaikoura closed?

Unfortunately the Ohau Waterfall Walk is closed until further notice due to 2016 earthquake damage. You can still see plenty of seals at Kaikōura Peninsula, just south of the Kaikōura town, a short walk around the shoreline from Point Kean car park.

Where are the Ohau falls in New Zealand?

Ohau Falls resides in the Okiwi Bay – Half Moon Bay area near Kaikoura in the Marlborough region of South Island, New Zealand. It is administered under the jurisdiction of the Department of Conservation.

How long is the hike to the waterfalls in Oahu?

Some of Oahu waterfalls only require a quick hike, while others take a couple hours to reach. If you are feeling a little adventurous and up for a little trekking, then there is an Oahu waterfall hike waiting for you! Most Hawaii waterfalls are tucked deep inside the rainforest, and they cannot be viewed just from scenic lookout points.

Where to see seals in the Ohau stream walk?

The Ohau Stream Walk is unsafe due to earthquake damage and is closed until further notice. The best place to view seals currently is at Kaikōura Peninsula, just south of the township, a short walk around the shoreline from Point Kean car park. Seals can also be seen from parts of the Kaikōura Peninsula Walkway. Loading…