Your best chance of seeing Little Spotted Kiwi in their natural habitat
Whether you’re an international visitor or a New Zealander, one of the the most memorable experiences from this country is seeing Little Spotted Kiwi in its natural habitat – happy and safe.
There is approximately 1,200 Little Spotted Kiwi on Kapiti Island and with the Department of Conservation we continue to work hard to keep these little birds safe. Seeing Kiwi in the wild has been described by some as a life changing experience.
He manu kai te matauranga non ate ao
A bird that feeds on berries shall inherit the forest, a bird that feeds on knowledge shall inherit the world.
Little Spotted Kiwi are extinct in the wild on the mainland. Because there is a healthy population of Kiwi on Kapiti Island, we offer you the best chance to see them in their natural habitat. The Māori name for Little Spotted Kiwi is Pukupuku.
Kiwis are the only bird with a nostril at the end of their beak. For more information on Little Spotted Kiwi, please click here.
There are many ways to make the most of your visit with us: we recommend you ferry to Rangatira, take the amazing walk to the highest point on the island, then catch a ferry to us at Waiorua Bay (North end). Or you can take the ferry directly to Waiorua Bay and begin your nature-inspired experience there.
Your overnight kiwi spotting includes:
- an introduction briefing talk on arrival by experienced guides
- unique overnight accommodation at our lovely Kapiti Nature Lodge
- wonderful meals for entire two days
- local council permit
- a guided, night Kiwi spotting walk by an experienced guide
- 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
Cost: Being a nature reserve on an Island means it takes more to get there, but the reward is something you’ll always treasure. Costs are from $165 per child, and $280 per adult. We can make all bookings for you.
We can make your ferry bookings and DOC permit arrangements – please make sure you select the appropriate ‘additional services available’ for transport and permits when you make your online booking.
There is an additional ferry cost of $10 extra per person if you visit both Rangatira Point and the North End.
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