Dusky Lodge Kaikoura

67 Beach Road Kaikoura, Christchurch-Canterbury, South Island, New Zealand

TravelPod Member ReviewsDusky Lodge Kaikoura

“really good”

whichwaynow2011 13 contributions
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May 9, 2011

great amenities, good kitchen, not overpacked

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Travel Blogs by Travelers Who Stayed at this HostelDusky Lodge Kaikoura

There She Blows

A travel blog entry by a2d-j-rtw

Kia Ora, Bro - That's greetings from New Zealand! I'm now fluent in the native language and wear tribal clothes, but I will write this is English so you can all understand.

Everytime we look out of a window, open a curtain or even turn round, we hear a chorus of 'wow's' ringing throughout the fresh kiwi air. Since leaving Christchurch we …

Back to the sunshine coast!

A travel blog entry by a2d-j-rtw

On our way into Kaikoura winding around the mountains we were very lucky to get a glimpse of the infamous dusky dolphins jumping in and out of the sea in the distance!
Being back in Kaikoura for the night was a good feeling for us, the last time we were here we had great weather and again the sun did not disappoint us - it was out and ready to …

A week as a cleaner

A travel blog entry by abi1982

To contain a run down of the week at Kaikoura staying at the Dusky Lodge. Friday 28th March 2008: FIRST DAY CLEANING. This was our first day cleaning at the Dusky Lodge hostel in Kaikoura and it went pretty well. We arrived early from the other hostel and at 9am all the cleaners congregated to start the day and be given jobs. We were put with a …

Dolphins, Whales and much more

A travel blog entry by andreat

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Kaikoura is just north of Christchurch and is known for its wildlife. The ocean forms a funny ledge, which attracts many marine life including whales and dolphins. We decided to go whale watching and swim with the dolphins, all in one day. I knew there would be a high risk of seasickness, but decided it was worth the pain. Whale watching was early …

Coastal Walking and funny meetings

A travel blog entry by andreat

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We had the afternoon in Kaikoura before heading south to Christchurch and decided to go on a coastal walk. I love walking along the coasts, especially when there are cliffs and beautiful weather. We had both on this day. At the start of the walk was a lookout with a couple of fur seals. They are really lazy animals that sun themselves, go fishing …

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