Encounter Kaikoura is the perfect location for your team building activity, a.g.m or training event. The purpose built conference facility has uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean and Kaikoura Seaward Mountains which ensure you return home feeling energised, inspired and relaxed.

The Encounter Kaikoura purpose built conference facility was completed in 2004 and offers a fully equipped conference room, on-site cafe, art gallery and retail store. All of the facilities are fully air conditioned and heated for your comfort and our friendly staff are available to assist with any demand you may have on the day.

Catering

On and off site catering can be organised ranging from hot and cold buffets and set menus, to finger food and fresh baking. View our menus for an indication of the options available at Cafe Encounter, or personalised menus are available by prior arrangement. We also offer an evening dining service for groups, contact us for further information or to make a reservation.

Equipment

  • Ceiling mounted data projector
  • Overhead Projector
  • High speed wireless internet access
  • Whiteboard
  • Photocopying, faxing and printing

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Location

Kaikoura is located on the east coast of the South Island between Picton and Christchurch. Travel time to drive from Christchurch is two and a half hours and from Picton to Kaikoura is two hours. There are various transport options available including rail, road and plane.

Encounter Kaikoura is located at 96 Esplanade and has abundant off-street car parking with adjacent accommodation.                         

Activities

Kaikoura boasts a wide range of leisure activities to suit all tastes, whether it be swimming with the acrobatic dusky dolphins or walking the peninsula track. We can assist you with your itinerary and activities during your time in Kaikoura and if you would like assistance don't hesitate let us know.

Accommodation

A comprehensive range of quality accomodation is located adjacent to the Encounter Kaikoura Conference Facility. For assistance in organising the accommodation details of your reservation don't hesitate to let us know. Below are some suggestions:

For enquiries please contact:

Jo Thompson
Encounter Kaikoura
96 Esplanade
Kaikoura, 7300

Email:              jo@dolphin.co.nz         
Phone:             0800 733 365
Fax:                (03) 319 6064
Web:               www.encounterkaikoura.co.nz

 Enjoy fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains from the Dolphin Mary conference room.  © Dennis Buurman
Conference Delegates
© Dennis Buurman

Enjoy fantastic views of the Pacific Ocean and the Seaward Kaikoura Mountains from the Dolphin Mary conference room.

16, May 2007

Conference Delegates

Dolphin Mary Room
08, March 2005

Dolphin Mary Room

 

Inside the conference auditorium.
Conference auditorium
Inside the conference auditorium.
01, December 2004

Conference auditorium

 

Conference delegate on laptop.
Conference Delegate
Conference delegate on laptop.
01, December 2004

Conference Delegate

 

Cafe Encounter offers a variety of delectable food options from the selector. © Dennis Buurman
Cafe Encounter 01
© Dennis Buurman
Cafe Encounter offers a variety of delectable food options from the selector.
07, September 2005

Cafe Encounter 01

 

Delicious cafe food. © Dennis Buurman
Cafe Encounter
© Dennis Buurman
Delicious cafe food.
01, December 2004

Cafe Encounter

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96 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand
Freephone: 0800 733 365

Phone: +64 3 319 6777 | Fax: +64 3 319 6534
Email: info@encounterkaikoura.co.nz

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