Another really early start which was hell but meant that we arrived in Kaikoura before lunchtime which was really good. Went to see some seals which were laying in the carpark, they were massive.

Some people went whale watching and swimming with dolphins but it seemed really expensive for what it was so we didn't bother.

Staying in a hostel called 'The Lazy Shag' which was actually really nice with ensuite and a lot of space. Went for lunch in the main town and had a seafood platter including crayfish which was really cool. Had a wander down to the supermarket and brought supplies for dinner, also splashed out on a couple of bottles of wine which was really good as there were four of us.

Really nice weather which was good so sat outside in the afternoon and read my book.

Booked accomodation and ferry for tomorrow as heading off the beaten track into Blenheim and leaving the big green bus behind for a day.