Where Kaikōura’s dramatic landscape becomes your pantry
Step beyond the kitchen and into the wild. Our Culinary Adventures blend the excitement of exploration with the satisfaction of cooking straight from the source. Reel in fish, gather wild ingredients or soar over Kaikōura’s dramatic coastline to spot majestic whales - each adventure leads you back to the kitchen, to transform your harvest into a beautiful meal.
Culinary Adventures
Catch & Cook
Embark on a classic Kaikōura adventure. Head out onto the ocean to catch your own kai moana (seafood), then return to Hapuku Kitchen to transform your fresh catch into the freshest seasonal feast.
Catch, Forage, Cook
Connect deeply with the land and sea. Gather your fresh catch from the ocean, forage for wild ingredients and native botanicals and bring it all together in a guided cooking class that celebrates the true flavour of our region.
Fly & Feast
Take to the skies for a breathtaking helicopter flight over Kaikōura’s famous whale sanctuaries. Touch down directly at Hapuku Kitchen for a guided garden tour and harvest, culminating in a private long lunch showcasing the very best from our farm.
Fly, Cook, Feast
Soar above the coastline on a spectacular whale-watching flight before landing right at our doorstep. Tie on an apron for an immersive, private half-day cooking class, then relax and savour the rewards of your culinary creation.
Let’s make it happen!
See something that catches your eye? Because these special experiences involve a bit of extra logistics with our local partners, you won't find them on our live calendar.
If you're keen to lock in an unforgettable day, just drop us a line via email. Let us know what you're dreaming of and we’ll handle the rest!
