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By Kapiti Island Nature Tours

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Features

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Overview

    • Guided walk with local expert
    • Close encounters with endangered birds
    • Delicious cooked lunch at the Lodge
    • Genuine Māori hospitality

Activity location

    • Waikanae Beach
    • Waikanae Beach, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 29 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
    • Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand

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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Guided tour with local expert
  • Inclusions
    Cooked lunch at the Lodge
  • Inclusions
    Ferry transport to and from Kapiti Island
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What you can expect

  • Embark on a full-day adventure to Waiorua Bay, Kapiti Island, where you can immerse yourself in a unique blend of conservation, ecology, and local history. This predator-free nature reserve offers a rare opportunity to witness New Zealand's most beautiful and endangered birds up close.

    Your journey begins with an experienced local guide who will walk with you, sharing the rich human and ecological stories of the island. Learn about the arrival of the first Māori, the eradication of the last rat, and the ongoing efforts to maintain this delicate ecosystem.

    Enjoy a delicious cooked lunch at the Lodge, surrounded by the diverse flora and fauna of the nature reserve. Please note that the coastal walk is generally closed between 1 October and 31 March due to nesting seabirds.

    With around 5.5 hours on the island, you'll have plenty of time to explore and capture stunning photos. Remember to bring a water bottle, sturdy footwear, a sunhat, a jacket, and your camera for this unforgettable experience.

Location

Activity location

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    • Waikanae Beach
    • Waikanae Beach, Wellington Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 29 Marine Parade, Paraparaumu Beach, Paraparaumu 5032, New Zealand
    • Paraparaumu, Wellington, New Zealand