



by Kapiti Island Nature Tours
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$1,398This overnight tour on Kapiti Island offers a chance to stay on the predator-free bird and nature sanctuary located just off the Kapiti Coast near Wellington. The experience lasts around 48 hours and includes return ferry transport from Paraparaumu Beach to the island. Upon arrival, a local guide provides an introductory talk about the island’s wildlife and environment. Guests can explore several walking trails to observe native birds in their natural habitat. In the evening, the operator provides drinks and nibbles followed by a meal prepared by a chef. After dinner, there is a guided night walk to look for nocturnal wildlife such as ruru, korora, and kiwi pukupuku, giving an opportunity to hear and see the island’s animals after dark. The overnight stay includes a choice of accommodation: cabin, tent, or ensuite, each priced separately. The following day features breakfast and lunch before returning by ferry. All Department of Conservation permits and entry fees to Kapiti Island are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided, and gratuities are optional. Participants must contact the operator between 7:00 and 7:15 AM on the tour day to confirm check-in time and tour status.
Directions: Drive north fm Wellington City on State Highway 1. When you reach the town of Paraparaumu, turn left at traffic lights, follow Kapiti Road to the Kapiti Boating Club at the end of the road, take the 1st exit left on to Marine Parade, cafe is on corner of Howell Rd & Marine Parade.
End point
You will return to the beach at Paraparaumu Beach, in front of the Kapiti Boating Club.




by Kapiti Island Nature Tours
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.NZ$1,398This overnight tour on Kapiti Island offers a chance to stay on the predator-free bird and nature sanctuary located just off the Kapiti Coast near Wellington. The experience lasts around 48 hours and includes return ferry transport from Paraparaumu Beach to the island. Upon arrival, a local guide provides an introductory talk about the island’s wildlife and environment. Guests can explore several walking trails to observe native birds in their natural habitat. In the evening, the operator provides drinks and nibbles followed by a meal prepared by a chef. After dinner, there is a guided night walk to look for nocturnal wildlife such as ruru, korora, and kiwi pukupuku, giving an opportunity to hear and see the island’s animals after dark. The overnight stay includes a choice of accommodation: cabin, tent, or ensuite, each priced separately. The following day features breakfast and lunch before returning by ferry. All Department of Conservation permits and entry fees to Kapiti Island are included. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not provided, and gratuities are optional. Participants must contact the operator between 7:00 and 7:15 AM on the tour day to confirm check-in time and tour status.
Directions: Drive north fm Wellington City on State Highway 1. When you reach the town of Paraparaumu, turn left at traffic lights, follow Kapiti Road to the Kapiti Boating Club at the end of the road, take the 1st exit left on to Marine Parade, cafe is on corner of Howell Rd & Marine Parade.
End point
You will return to the beach at Paraparaumu Beach, in front of the Kapiti Boating Club.