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Christchurch: Guided Native Tour Willowbank Reserve

45 min Free cancellation
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Christchurch: Guided Native Tour Willowbank Reserve

About this activity

Experience an award-winning attraction, enjoy a 45-minute guided tour through the native section of Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, led by an expert guide. See kiwi in a natural nocturnal setting, meet kea, tuatara, and other native species, and learn about local conservation efforts.

After the guided tour, explore the rest of the reserve at your own pace, with opportunities to see farm animals and other wildlife.

Highlights:

45-minute guided walk through native habitats

Kiwi viewing in a natural nocturnal environment

See NZ's Big 5 wildlife (kea, kākā, takahē, tuatara and kiwi ) all in one location

Explore the rest of the reserve at your own pace

Learn about wildlife conservation and restoration

Nature and Wildlife Tours Private and Luxury Walking Tours Nature Walks Involves Animals Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate Agent Low Quality Product

At a glance

Duration
45 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 20 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: General Admission to Wildlife Reserve
  • Included: 45 minute guided tour including guaranteed kiwi viewing

Not included

  • Not included: Meals and drinks are not included in this experience, but a café is available onsite for refreshments.
  • Not included: Photography is restricted inside the kiwi nocturnal house

Itinerary

Guided Native Tour Your accredited guide will meet you at the ticket booth and take you on a 45-minute guided walk through native habitats, pointing out iconic species such as kiwi, kākāriki, kea, and tuatara and sharing the stories that bring them to life. Enter the Kea enclosure to see playful parrots up close, visit the Kiwi Nocturnal House, and see kākāriki, kākā, and tuatara in their enclosures. After the guided walk, you can explore the rest of the reserve at your own pace and learn about ongoing wildlife conservation and restoration efforts.

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  2. Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Check in at the ticketing desk on arrival. You will be directed to your guide at the departure point to begin your tour.

End point

  • Check in at the ticketing desk on arrival. You will be directed to your guide at the departure point to begin your tour.

Using your ticket

Arrive at the main ticketing desk 15 minutes before your tour.

After checking-in, you will be directed to where the starting point is, where your guide will meet you to begin the tour.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Christchurch: Guided Native Tour Willowbank Reserve

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