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Kiwi Wilderness Experience - Private Tour From Auckland

Auckland, New Zealand
  • 7 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • Fully guided private return transfers from Auckland
    • Pick up and drop off from Auckland
    • Refreshments and water on board
    • A local English-speaking tour escort throughout the journey
    • Luxurious temperature-controlled private transportation in a minibus
    • Air-conditioned vehicle
    • WiFi on board
    • Private transportation
    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Complimentary high-speed internet onboard the minibus
    • One of the best opportunities near Auckland to encounter New Zealand's iconic kiwi bird in the wild
    • An intimate, nature-first wildlife experience designed for small groups
    • Carefully curated to combine wildlife, conservation, and authentic New Zealand experiences
    • Guided red-light night safari with expert kiwi guides
    • Explore the predator-free Tāwharanui Open Sanctuary after dark
    • Learn about native wildlife, conservation, and habitat restoration
    • Seasonal meal and refreshments along the way
    • Hot chocolate and cookies served during the sanctuary experience
    • Admission to 3-hour fully guided Kiwi watching & wilderness experience
    • Dinner
      Cafe Style Dinner Included
    • Breakfast
    • Lunch

    Meeting and Pickup

    You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

    Pickup points

    Select a pickup point
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    Meeting point

    • Mövenpick Hotel Auckland
      8 Customs Street East, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Itinerary

    1

    Auckland Central

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Matakana (Pass By)

    2

    Matakana Market Kitchen

    1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

    3

    Auckland Central

    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    4

    Tawharanui Regional Park

    3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Infant seats available
    • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
    • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Near public transportation
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Most travelers can participate
    • Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for the conditions, Sun protection, jacket/warm layer, and any essential personal items.
    • You must wear comfortable shoes that can be secured, such as trainers/sneakers.
    • Red lensed torches are provided for each person. Great commentary and insightful facts shared along the way.
    • Spotting a Kiwi is not guaranteed as this is a real deal nature tour, and trackers are not used. However, the chances are high.
    • Easy and good fitness level required.
    • This is a fully guided walking tour and sensible walking, and closed toe footwear is recommended.
    • Participants must be 5 years and over and must be always accompanied by an adult.
    • Bring a camera or a phone with camera capability as this is the perfect place to get somegreat travel photos.
    • Use of flashlights are not permitted, and camera flashes must be turned off to protect our Kiwi birds.
    • A quiet nighttime voice to not scare these beautiful birds away.
    • Children below 8 years old are required to travel in a child safety car seat.
    • Children between 5-7 years old are also recommended to be in a booster seat for their safety.
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 05:00 PM (Dec - Feb)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 04:00 PM (March)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 02:30 PM (April)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 02:00 PM (May - July)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 02:30 PM (August)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 03:30 PM (Sept)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 04:00 PM (Oct)
    • Departure Time From Auckland CBD: 04:30 PM (Nov)
    • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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    Cancellation Policy

    This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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    From $374.71

    per person

    -You will not receive a refund if you cancel.

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