Dolphin Encounter

In 2009 Encounter Kaikoura formed a charitable trust with the objective to enhance the natural environment by supporting a variety of projects, both local and further afield. The vision for the Foundation is: To invest in and support the future wellbeing and sustainability of the local terrestrial and marine environment, for present and future generations, through tourism. 

For each passenger that participates on the Dolphin Encounter tour, Encounter Kaikoura donates $2 to the foundation and the accumulated funds are donated to worthy projects as advised by the Foundation trust members. By participating on the Dolphin Encounter tour, each and every customer is assisting in protecting our very special natural environment. 

Mission Statement

The Encounter Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to working toward supporting and/or initiating projects and innovations that will enhance the well being of the local environment.  

Vision

Our vision is to invest in and support the future wellbeing and sustainability of the local terrestrial and marine environment, for present and future generations, through tourism.

Purposes and Aims of the Trust

The purposes and aims of the Trust are to devote or apply both capital and income of the Trust Fund to or for any charitable purposes which are from time to time selected by the Trustees and are valid charitable purposes. Without limiting this in any way such purposes may also include the advancement of education and providing benefit to the community by: 

(a) Initiating and supporting projects which have the purpose of enhancing, preserving or restoring the natural environment;

(b) Supporting other charitable organisations and agencies in activities such as tree planting and community beautification projects;

(c) Supporting initiatives, such as pest control, which encourage restoration of native flora and fauna;

(d) Maintaining and building walkways and tracks;

(e) Supporting restoration work around lakes and waterways; and

(f) Supporting other charitable organisations and agencies in activities and projects related to the marine environment.