Feast on freshly caught Kaikōura crayfish (koura) — the town's culinary icon — at the source, paired with local Marlborough wines for a slow, indulgent taste of New Zealand's finest coastal produce.
What to expect
Nin's Bin is gloriously unceremonious: you order your whole or half crayfish, collect your tools, and eat at a picnic table with the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop. The crayfish is supremely fresh, rich, and sweet — world-class seafood at the source. Complement it with a chilled Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc from a nearby store for a spontaneous luxury picnic. Many guests rate this as the most memorable meal of their entire cruise.
Good to know
Nin's Bin is located on State Highway 1 north of town — a 10-minute taxi from the pier or a lovely cycle. Cash and card accepted; arrive early as stock sells out by midday on busy days. Combine with the Peninsula Walkway for a perfect half-day: walk in the morning, feast at noon, and be back aboard with hours to spare.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Kaikoura — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.