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Overnight Kiwi Spotting Tour on Kapiti Island
Wellington, Wellington
Unspecified duration
On the Water
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Bus and Driving Tours
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Outdoor Exploration
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What You Will Do
Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand's oldest and most important Nature Reserves, and is a place rich in history. Join this tour for an unforgettable overnight experience; enjoy a range of bush walks, meeting some of New Zealand's most beautiful and endangered birds, before enjoying chef prepared meals at The Lodge. After an evening of great wine, food and company, your experienced guide will take you on a night walk to find the rare and elusive national icon – the Kiwi Bird.
What's Included?
- Return ferry transportation from Paraparaumu Beach to Kapiti Island
- An evening of food, wine and conversation with a local Maori family who have been telling the stories of this land for generations
- Evening guided Kiwi spotting tour: Experience NZ wildlife by night looking for Little Spotted Kiwi.
- An introductory talk from an experienced and passionate local guide
- Department of Conservation permits
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Overnight stay (choose your accommodation - cabin, tent or ensuite) - each accom has its own rate.
- Dinner, Breakfast & Lunch (2nd day) and refreshments prepared by chef at The Lodge
What's Not Included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (not required)
- Overnighters: You need to BYO packed lunch for your 1st day.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
Directions: Drive north fm Wellington City on State Highway 1. When you reach the town of Paraparaumu, turn left at traffic lights, follow Kapiti Road to the Kapiti Boating Club at the end of the road, take the 1st exit left on to Marine Parade, cafe is on corner of Howell Rd & Marine Parade.
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Day 1 '̣Kapiti Island overnight - visit Rangatira' Kapiti Island Nature Tours
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Additional Information
This tour is independently operated by a third-party provider: Kapiti Island Nature Tours.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
Itineraries, descriptions, promotional content, and historic information are solely the responsibility of the tour operator and do not represent the views or positions of Marriott International, Inc.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please contact us between 7-7:15am on the day of your tour to confirm your check in time and that the tour is going ahead. Ph: 0800 527 484.
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
Guide Options
- Guide - English
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