Nature-inspired New Zealand day and half day tours at their best
To make the most of the richness and wonder of Kapiti Island, book a day tour or half day tour (from March 3) with one of our experienced and passionate guides. Not only do they know the land, flora and fauna, but they have their own personal connection with the Island. They will share some fascinating facts and stories with you to enrich your experience one of New Zealand’s most precious nature reserves.
Our tours are great value and the best way to experience one of New Zealand’s most precious nature reserves. Wherever you go on the Island, there is absolutely no chance there’ll be too many people; just 50 permits are issued to Rangatira per day, and only 18 per day to Waiorua Bay, the home of local whanau and Kapiti Island Nature Tours.
This is New Zealand sightseeing at its best. Our Rankers awards are confirmation that people truly love their experiences with us on the island. Hear what they have to say.
Your full day tour includes:
- getting you to get to Kapiti Island, including ferry booking and compulsory permits
- an introduction briefing talk on arrival by experienced guides
- a wonderful lunch at our Kapiti Nature Lodge
- local council permit
- genuine Maori hospitality
- the opportunity to engage with other endangered New Zealand birds like Takahe, Kākā, Weka, Tīeke (saddleback), Kereru, Kokako, Hihi, and Toutouwai (robin)
- The chance to get up close to some extraordinary New Zealand native flora and fauna
- Memories to last a lifetime!
- Cost is $155 per adult and $110 per child – includes all cost.
Your half-full day tour includes:
- getting you to get to Kāpiti Island, including ferry booking and compulsory permits
- a one-hour guided nature and history walk by an experienced guide
- morning or afternoon tea at Kapiti Nature Lodge
- local council permit
- genuine Maori hospitality
- the opportunity to engage with endangered New Zealand birds like Takahe, Kākā, Weka, Tīeke (saddleback), Kereru, Kokako, Hihi, and Toutouwai (robin)
- The chance to get up close to some extraordinary New Zealand native flora and fauna
- Memories to last a lifetime!
The boat leaves from Kāpiti Boating Club at either 9am (returns 12.30pm) or 1pm (returns 4.30pm).
