Wildlife Private Tour from Wellington Cruise Port

Step off the boat into New Zealands capital, where your day will start with a venture through the city and up the cable car to Zealandia Te Mara a Tane, a groundbreaking eco wildlife sanctuary that showcases the countrys unique flora and fauna. Enjoy a walk through lush landscapes and spot native species in their natural habitat. From there you will head to Owhiro Bay Beach and stroll along the coast to the Red Rocks Reserve, where you will explore dramatic coastal landscapes and learn about the unique geological formations and wildlife that inhabit this picturesque area. Keep an eye out for fur seals basking on the rocks! On the way back to town stop in at Mount Victoria for a classic Welly photo opportunity with a 360 degree view of the city and surrounding bays.

Itinerary

1. City Walk. Along thewaterfront past Queen Wharf and Wellington Railway Station to the bottom of the Cable Car (25 min)
2. Cable Car to Zealandia. Ticket included. (20 min)
3. Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne Eco Wildlife Sanctuary. 32km of trails where wildlife roams free through regenerating forest. See Native birds such as Takahē, Kākā, Little Spotted Kiwi Native plants like Kawakawa, Mamaku, and Ponga. See a life size Moa and learn about the natural history of NZ. There is a cafe here for optional lunch. (2h 0min) Admission included
4. Owhiro Bay Beach to Red Rocks Reserve. 20 minute drive from Zealandia. Coastal walk. See an NZ Fur Seal Colony. Discuss the geological formations, wildlife, and folklore Back to port via Mount Victoria (25 minutes) (1h 0min)
5. Photo opportunity, panoramic views of Wellington (15 min)