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Okarito Nature Tour
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3 to 4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Overview
Embark on the ?k?rito Nature Tour with Glacier Valley Eco Tours and explore New Zealand's South Westland. Just 20 minutes from Franz Josef Glacier, the coastal village of ?k?rito offers superb bird-watching amidst stunning natural diversity. This tour is suitable for all ages and includes a shuttle from Franz Josef or an option to meet in ?k?rito. Guides lead you through lush rainforests, estuaries, sea cliffs, and wetlands, revealing views of the Southern Alps, including Aoraki/Mt Cook, Mt Tasman, and Franz Josef Glacier. Discover the area's gold mining history and encounter up to 76 bird species such as the white heron, kea, fernbirds, and kakariki. Visit the ?k?rito Community Native Plant Nursery to plant a native tree for our ?k?rito Restoration project. Immerse yourself in ?k?rito's mystique and spectacular sunsets. Book your tour today to uncover ?k?rito's natural wonders!
What's Included
- Walking boots - (please call to book as limited supply available)
- Wet weather clothing - (please call to order sizes)
- Local guide
- Walking poles if required
- Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points
- umbrellas
- Snacks
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Select a meeting point
We can meet you here on SH6 at the turn off to Okarito.
Start time
11:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Okarito
Visit this historic ex-gold mining village, home to now 35 permanent residents. Loads of history, and home to 75 sea and land bird species including eastern bar-tailed godwits, Rowi Kiwi, banded dotterels, ferbirds and the infamous Kotuku (white heron) - its perfect for those that love birds and nature. With lagoons, rugged west coast beaches, mountains, wildlife & historic buildings this is NZ's hidden gem. Key points normally include Okarito historic Wharf shed/lagoon & Okarito beach.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Okarito
Join your guided walking tour to the Okarito Trig point, through beautiful west coast bush, flora & fauna, including native mushrooms & orchids, info on how this landscape has been shaped over time by glaciers. Wonder in 360 degree views of the Okarito village, Okarito Lagoon, 3 Mile lagoon, beach & coastline, Westland Tai Poutini National Park (home to the Rowi Kiwi) Mt Cook & Mt Tasman (NZ's highest mountains) & Franz Josef Glacier at the top of this track.
2 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Operated by Glacier Valley Eco Tours Ltd
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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