Catch & Cook
Kaimoana Experience
A Kaikōura Sea-to-Table Adventure
Set out on an immersive journey that blends ocean, wildlife and wild-seasonal cooking into one unforgettable Kaikōura experience. Your adventure begins on the water with Top Catch Charters, casting for blue cod and sea perch against a backdrop of soaring albatross, seals and sweeping mountain views.
Back at Hapuku Kitchen, the experience shifts from sea to garden to kitchen. Guided by Fiona, you'll prepare and cook your own catch alongside seasonal produce harvested straight from our gardens — learning new techniques, sharing stories, and celebrating the rugged, coastal character of Kaikōura in every dish. It's a hands-on celebration of manaakitanga, local kai and the deep connection between sea, land and people.
This experience is offered on a private basis only, meaning your group will have the boat, the kitchen and the hosts all to yourselves.
Ideal for groups of up to six, our Catch & Cook experience can also accommodate larger parties — simply reach out to plan your adventure.
If some of your group would rather stay on land, our Catch, Forage & Cook package offers a flexible, all-in-one coastal adventure.
What’s Included?
Two-hour fishing trip with Malcolm from Top Catch Charters
All fishing equipment, bait and safety gear provided
Welcomed on your return from your fish trip by one of the Hapuku Kitchen team, your catch safety packed on ice ready for transportation
Tea, coffee and baked treat on arrival at Hapuku Kitchen
Guided forage and harvest for seasonal ingredients from the Hapuku Kitchen gardens
Guided kaimoana (seafood) preparation and cooking session at Hapuku Kitchen
A multi-course feast, made from what you’ve caught and created yourself
A glass or two of local wine, beer, Nelson cider or homemade non-alcoholic sodas
Stories, local knowledge and hosted hospitality throughout
Duration: 6-6.5 hours
Private Group Rates:
From $3,085 for 1-4 guests, $620pp for additional guests
Seasonal rates apply - get in touch for current pricing
