Pricing and Conditions

Adult $120.00
Child
(16 year(s) and under)
$60.00
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12

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Tours depart around dusk - see our website. Booking essential. Zealandia private/custom night tours are available on request, guide guest ratio 1:12, max 36 x pax per night. Minimum age: 12 years. Private tours are available for those with children aged 5+. While kiwi are seen on most tours, sightings are not guaranteed as the birds live wild in the valley and have large territories.

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Cancellations more than 2 business days out: full refund for public tour bookings Cancellations 14 days notice required for private tour bookings Tours proceed rain or shine, although the Karori Sanctuary Trust, which manages Zealandia, reserves the right to cancel due to unsafe weather conditions, in which case a full refund will be given.

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About

Explore the Zealandia sanctuary by torchlight as a guide leads you through native forest as it transitions from dusk to darkness. Listen for the haunting call of kiwi, with luck, your group may even spot one of these elusive birds. Zealandia by Night tours also offer the chance to see the rare Hamilton's frogs, the ancient reptile tuatara, giant wētā, glowworms, and charismatic native owl, the ruru. Along the way, discover the vital roles these nocturnal creatures play in the forest ecosystem. Gain fascinating insights into the unique natural history of Aotearoa and Zealandia’s pioneering conservation efforts as your guide shares captivating stories and facts. Your tour concludes with a warming cup of kawakawa, lemongrass & ginger tea.

Opening times

Months of operation:
All months of the year

Location

Waiapu Road, Wellington Central, New Zealand.

plane Proximity to airport:
15-20 minutes to Wellington Airport.
bus Proximity to coach terminal:
Less than 10 minutes ride.
decisions Proximity to town:
10 minutes drive to Wellington CBD.

Language support

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  Written Spoken
Chinese (Traditional) NO YES
German NO YES

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