Dolphins decide to appear after we get out!

Kaikoura

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October 4th 2012
Got the bus from CHCH to Kaikoura with Ruth, nice scenic ride along the coast. Once there we unpacked at a very empty backpackers and went for a walk around the headland in search of seals, were not disappointed! Great wholesome meals of rice and cheese on toast carried us to the next day of swimming with dolphins, was incredible! Splashed out on some fish'n'chips and packed up ready f ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Kaikoura

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more