We made an early start this morning. Rashly, we had booked a whale watching trip. This meant a 7.15am start and from the front at Kaikoura they ferried us by bus to South Bay marina. The boats they use are
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Crayfish town ….
Since we arrived late, we stayed last night in Christchurch and then set off first thing this morning to head to Kaikoura. Kaikoura is about two and a half hours drive north of Christchurch and the route takes you through