CANTERBURY: KAIKOURA

Donegal House

star rating of 4.5
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Good Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the bar and restaurant Donegal House is an Irish Pub where you can get a hearty meal out in the country. There is a large parking area, with power and water for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Pohowere Beach

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Beach front parking Pohowere Beach has a large parking area where certified self-contained motor caravanners can freedom camp for one night every 28 days.
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i-Site Motorhome Parking

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Motorhome Parking There is a large parking area in front of the Kaikoura i-Site which has been set aside for large motorhomes and caravans to freedom camp inside the town.
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Kaikoura Whale Watch

star rating of 4
Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Entrance to the Whale Watch reception Kaikoura Whale Watch is one of the outstanding attractions when visiting Kaikoura. There is plenty of parking for large vans, and a cafe inside the reservations building
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Jimmy Armers Campervan Parking

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Fishing Location Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Beachfront parking for motorhomes Jimmy Armers Campervan Parking is a roadside parking area overlooking the beach and close to the Kaikoura Seafood and Iced Gelato Icecream kiosks.
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Karaka Lobster

star rating of 4
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Karaka Lobster cafe Karaka Lobster is cafe where you can purchase local fresh lobster and other delicacies, making it a nice lunch stop while travelling along the Kaikoura coast.
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Ohau Point Lookout

star rating of 4
Rest Stop Large Vehicle Access Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Ohau Bay along the state highway The Ohau Point Lookout provides are parking area and viewing platform for visitors to watch the seals in their natural habitat.
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The Store Kekerengu

star rating of 4
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Showers Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Walking Tracks Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
The Kekerengu Store entrance The Store at Kekerengu offer fine dining, or cafe lunches, with a view over the bay. Overnight parking is allowed for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Peketa Beach Holiday Park

star rating of 4
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Holiday Park office and shop Peketa Beach Holiday Park is about 8 km south of Kaikoura and a large campsite with direct access to the beach, good fishing, and a quiet location.
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Koura Bay Lodge

star rating of 4
Park-Over Property Laundry Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Restaurant entrance and reception Koura Bay Lodge is a really nice country location with a golf course and quality restaurant. Self contained motor caravanners can park overnight in their carpark.
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Nins Bin

star rating of 3.5
Rest Stop Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly
Nins Bin caravan Nins Bin has an off road parking area where you can try out some of Kaikoura's famous sea food delicacies
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Seafront Car Park

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Pet Friendly Walking Tracks Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Self-contained camping sign The Seafront Car Park in Kaikoura town overlooks the harbour and has a pedestrian footpath into the town centre. Freedom camping is allowed in certified self-contained vans.
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Kaikoura New World

star rating of 3.5
Large Vehicle Access Grocery Shopping Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Excellent Spark mobile reception
Parking in the New World carpark The Kaikoura New World has a large parking area making it a good choice for motor caravanners to top up with groceries.
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Meatworks

star rating of 3.5
Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Walking Tracks Marginal Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Parking alongside the beach Meatworks is a series of parking areas along the Kaikoura coast where freedom camping is available for self-contained motor caravanners
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South Bay Domain PDS

star rating of 3.5
Public Dump Station Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Fishing Location Good Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
Using the public dump station There is a public dump station in South Bay Domain - a very pleasant and popular waterfront reserve.
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Kaikoura Trotting Club

star rating of 3.5
NZMCA Campsite NZMCA Members Only Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access
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Wakatu Quay Reserve

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Moderate Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Driveway leading to the reserve There is a pleasant reserve at the Wakatu Quay - a nice location for a quiet lunch break.
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Paia Point Campsite

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Fishing Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Two seals checking us out The Paia Point Campsite is the northern most of the Kaikoura Coastal Campsites, and is also directly on the beachfront, but only includes a small toilet.
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Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Large Vehicle Access Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
The holiday park office The Kaikoura Top 10 Holiday Park is about 1.5 km north of the Kaikoura town centre and provides quality campground facilities.
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Alpine Pacific Holiday Park

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception
Main entrance and reception The Alpine Pacific Holiday Park is just under 2 km north of the Kaikoura town centre and offers a quality environment for motor caravanners.
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Peketa Beach Carpark

star rating of 3.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Fishing Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Beach front parking Peketa Beach Carpark is a great place to stop for lunch, and possibly for overnight parking if you're self-contained.
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Omihi Campsite

star rating of 3.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Fishing Location Good Vodafone mobile reception
Baby seal The Omihi Campsite is one of the Kaikoura Coastal Campground group and provides beachfront parking, and includes power and toilets.
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Scarborough St Reserve

star rating of 3
Freedom Camping Location Toilets Available Large Vehicle Access
Motorhome parking Scarborough St Reserve has a large parking area where certified self-contained motor caravanners can stay overnight.
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Okiwi Bay Safe Stopping Area

star rating of 3
Rest Stop Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Maori statue looking out over the harbour Okiwi Bay Safe Stopping Area is one of several places travelers can stop along the Kaikoura coast highway.
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The Pier Hotel

star rating of 3
Park-Over Property Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Large Vehicle Access Restaurant Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Marginal Spark mobile reception
The Pier Hotel The Pier Hotel is a popular watering hole, providing pub meals overlooking the harbour. They also act as a park over property for self-contained motor caravanners.
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Boat Harbour Campsite

star rating of 3
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Fishing Location Moderate Vodafone mobile reception
Men's toilets and showers Boat Harbour Campsite is the first of the Kaikoura Coastal Campsites as you're driving north. It's located right on the beach and offers all the usual facilities
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Okiwi Bay Beach Parking

star rating of 2.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Good Vodafone mobile reception Good Spark mobile reception
Parking overlooking Okiwi Bay Okiwi Bay Beach Parking is a large parking area off SH2 and looking out over Okiwi Bay. It should be ok for self-contained motor caravanners to park overnight.
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Te Ana Pouri

star rating of 2.5
Rest Stop Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Parking area overlooking the harbour Te Ana Pouri is another safe stopping area along the Kaikoura coast highway.
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Paparoa Point

star rating of 2.5
Freedom Camping Location Certified Self-contained Vehicles Only Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Paparoa Point sign The carpark at Paparoa Point is in a stunning location overlooking the harbour, but it is no longer really suitable for freedom camping in self-contained vans.
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The Staging Post Campground

star rating of 2.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Large Vehicle Access Pet Friendly Quiet and Peaceful Good Vodafone mobile reception Moderate Spark mobile reception
Driveway to the campsite entrance The Staging Post provides a rural camping environment over the summer holiday period.
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Goose Bay Campsite

star rating of 2.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Internet Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly No Vodafone mobile reception
Goose Bay Campsite Office The Goose Bay campsite includes the main reception for the 4 Kaikoura Coastal Campsites, and includes a dump station as well as the usual campsite facilities.
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Kaikoura Motels and Backpackers

star rating of 2.5
Holiday Park or Campsite Toilets Available Fresh Water Available Laundry Available Showers Available Power Available Dump Station Available Pet Friendly Excellent Vodafone mobile reception
Campsite office The RV Explorer - A1 Kaikoura Motels and Holiday Park is at the northern end of the town, and within walking distance of the town centre for shopping and eating out.
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