Local Connections: Zealandia Eco Reserve & Otari Wilton Bush

Local Connections: Zealandia Eco Reserve & Otari Wilton Bush

4 hours | Wellington | W L G - 2 2 0
Average Guest Rating
From
$ 134.95
Exceptional Value

Exceptional Value

Book shore excursions with confidence! We offer competitive pricing, friendly service and unmatched destination expertise.

Description

Points of Interest

  • Zealandia: Karori Wildlife Sanctuary
Moderate activity

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

The great outdoor beckons on this exhilaration four-hour outdoor adventure. A quick motorcoach ride takes you to the Zealandia: Karori Sanctuary Experience. Just minutes from downtown Wellington yet worlds away from everyday life, Zealandia, a 550-acre interactive eco-sanctuary, is nestled within a lush valley and protected by a five-mile predator-proof fence. Created with the mission to restore Wellington's forest and freshwater ecosystems to their pristine state, it is centered on a sparkling reservoir, home to some of New Zealand's rarest and most exotic wildlife, experienced on a two-hour guided tour. Then, reboard the motorcoach for a short ride to the Otari Native Botanic Garden and Wilton's Bush Reserve. Stroll through the only public botanic garden in New Zealand dedicated solely to native plants. Classified as a Garden of National Significance by the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture, it boasts a 246-foot canopy walkway, rising over 59 feet above the forest floor, linking two garden areas. Return to port.

Special Notes:

Due to the nature of the park wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Tour order may vary.
Bring a hat, light jacket and adequate sun protection.

Child Price:

12 years & under only

Details

Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.

Depart from ship for a guided tour at Zealandia Sanctuary

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 02:00
Walking distance: 1500
Restroom available: Yes
Shopping available: Yes
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Travel to Otari Wiltons Bush for guided walk

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:15
Time at site: 01:15
Walking distance: 2000
Restroom available: Yes
Photo/video opportunity: Yes

Re-board your motorcoach and return to ship

Transport type: Air Conditioned Motorcoach
Travel time: 00:15