The best places to see wild kiwi in New Zealand are Stewart Island (Rakiura) for the Southern Brown Kiwi, Okarito on the West Coast for the rare Rowi, and Kapiti Island for the Little Spotted Kiwi. For high-probability sightings near urban centers, fenced sanctuaries like Zealandia (Wellington) and Tawharanui (Auckland) offer guided night tours with […]
What are the best glow worm caves in the South Island? The best glow worm caves in the South Island offer diverse experiences ranging from the commercially guided boat tours of Te Anau Glowworm Caves to the free, accessible natural wonder of the Hokitika Glow Worm Dell. For intrepid travelers seeking solitude, the Oparara Basin
Okarito boat tour booking requires advance reservation through authorized Department of Conservation concessionaires, such as Okarito Boat Tours or Okarito Kiwi Tours. Due to strict environmental protections in the UNESCO World Heritage site, daily passenger numbers are limited. Visitors should book online 3 to 6 months in advance, particularly for the October through March peak
The best places to see kiwi in Northland include the Aroha Island Ecological Centre, Trounson Kauri Park, and the Whangārei Heads peninsula. Unlike other regions, such as Ulva Island (Te Wharawhara), Northland offers unique opportunities to spot wild North Island Brown Kiwi in semi-rural ‘backyard’ zones and protected reserves, thanks to extensive community-led predator control