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New Zealand Marine Life

New Zealand Marine Life

Dusky Dolphins Swimming Photo taken by: (Flying Kiwi Traveller)

New Zealand Marine Life

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Our trips are designed to get you off the beaten track. That means less crowds and more wildlife. Below are just some of New Zealand Marine Life you will likely get to see and enjoy during your outdoor adventure tour with Flying Kiwi!

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Dusky Dolphins

A definite must do on any of our tours if you're passing through Kaikoura is the opportunity to swim with dolphins. The dusky dolphins are universally rated as some of the most sociable and playful in the World. The opportunity to interact with these creatures on their terms in the open ocean is a genuine once in a lifetime experience.

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Sperm Whales

These magnificent creatures find their homes in New Zealand's marine rich ocean waters. They are frequently spotted off the coast of Kaikoura and this is the perfect location for whale watching. The sight of these wonderful creatures launching their mammoth tales in the air as they plunge to the depths of the ocean is breath-taking for all. Add in the spectacular mountain backdrop of the Kaikoura region and you can see why this is a picture postcard moment.

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Fur Seals

These relaxed locals can be spotted all over the coastal areas and in particular around the South Island. They are easy to spot and make great models as they rarely move (but don't get too close). They can grow up to a reported 250kg and almost 2 metres in length and spend most of the days soaking up the rays. Hopping on one our South Island outdoor adventure tour is the perfect way to see these furry friends.

For more info, check out the 14 best places to see seals in New Zealand.

 

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Yellow Eyed Penguin

These cute little characters have chosen New Zealand as their home and are only found around our shores. The have a unique yellow band around their heads and is one of the World's rarest penguins. The Yellow Eyed Penguins are considered endangered but joining us on the carefully managed sanctuary helps raise vital funds to help support research and protection for them.

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Blue Penguin

These shy guys are hard to spot but worth the wait. They spend most of their time on the water and are most frequently spotted when we are out kayaking. They hard to spot as they are the World's smallest penguin but that makes them even cuter. In Australia they are known as the fairy penguin.