Tours Wellington

Discover the awe of twilight at Zealandia, as the sanctuary transforms from daylight to night during this special guided experience. You will have an opportunity to experience the dusk chorus sung by a cacophony of native New Zealand birds. Experience a flurry of activity as a range of resident birds return to their nests, against the magical backdrop of the dusk sky and the calm forest environment. You may even experience the first sights and sounds of the nocturnal birds, such as kiwi and ruru (morepork / owl) as they wake. Twilight Tours are an unforgettable, immersive experience, which will leave you feeling refreshed and inspired.
*Kiwi sightings occur occasionally on Twilight Tours. Your best opportunity to see kiwi whilst they are most active is on a Zealandia By Night tour.
What You Might See:
Kākā | Takahē | Tuatara | Tūī | Shags | Little Spotted Kiwi | Pāteke | Hihi
All proceeds raised through the sale of Zealandia tour tickets contributes to the ongoing work of our sanctuary to restore nature. Your visit is an important part of the sanctuary’s success.

Experience a tranquil early morning in the sanctuary, where the songs of tīeke and hihi mark the beginning of a new day.
Your guided tour begins in the early morning, just as the sanctuary’s nocturnal residents retreat to their burrows. As the valley awakens, feel the crisp winter air invigorate your senses while you take in the peaceful surroundings. With the valley all to yourself, enjoy an exclusive and undisturbed experience. Listen to Zealandia's beautiful morning concert as the birds flit about in cheerful chatter.
Your tour group pauses in the forest for a hot cup of kawakawa tea, offering a moment of quiet reflection to reconnect with nature.
After the tour, reward your early start with a delicious breakfast at Rātā Café!
Breakfast includes à la carte breakfast with a barista-made coffee or hot drink at the café, and can be added at a separate cost during the booking process.

What You Might See:
Hihi | Tieke | Kākā | Kakariki | Takahē | Tuatara | Whitehead | Wētā | Kererū | Hihi | Bellbird

Tours start at 6.30am. Level of light and species may vary.
All proceeds raised through the sale of Zealandia tour tickets contributes to the ongoing work of our sanctuary to restore nature. Your visit is an important part of the sanctuary’s success.