



Wild and Bird Life Encounters
16 Days, North & South Islands



Visit: Auckland, Rotorua, Marlborough Sounds, Arthur's Pass,
Lake Moeraki, Queenstown and Dunedin



From $5,899 per person
excluding airfares
Description
Natural spectacles, unique birds and wildlife encounters are New Zealand's biggest draw-cards. There are few places in the world where, within the space of one day, you can experience mountain vistas, ancient forests, volcanic landscapes and stunning coastline - all whilst spotting New Zealand wildlife found nowhere else on earth and birdlife that has existed long before humans arrived. This itinerary ticks all the boxes for bird and wildlife enthusiasts who also want to see the natural spectacles New Zealand is known for. Spend time with conservation minded volunteer guides on Tiritiri Matangi, enjoy respectful interactions with dolphins, see a constellation of glow worms, visit predator free Motuara Island, seek out the Tuatara, learn about the amazing efforts to protect the native Kiwi bird, walk amongst the ancient rainforest of the Whirinaki, see the endangered Yellow Eyed penguins from cleverly built 'hides', experience life on a high country sheep station while watching the dogs rounding up sheep, fly above glaciers and fiords to Milford Sound and for your grand finale, spend a day visiting the Catlins, known for it's rugged beauty, extraordinary wildlife and untouched quality.
Package Includes
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15 Nights 4 star hotel, boutique & wilderness Lodge style accommodation (based on double occupancy);
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14 Days Rental Car Intermediate Size, automatic, unlimited kms and daily insurance;
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All Breakfasts, lunch, 4 dinners;
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Private Airport transfer Auckland Airport to hotel;
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Tiritiri Matangi Guided Walk incl. ferry tickets;
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Sanctuary Mountain or Waitomo Caves;
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Whirinaki Rainforest Guided Walk;
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National Kiwi Hatchery Tour;
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Haka (Cultural Performance) & Geysers;
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Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise + Guided Tour to Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary;
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Milford Fly Nature Cruise Fly;
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Otago Peninsula Tour including Royal Albatross Centre and Penguin Place visits;
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Catlins Day Tour
Wild and Bird Life Encounters
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Day 1: Arrive Auckland
Day 2: Auckland: Tiritiri Matangi Guided Walk
Day 3: Auckland - Rotorua incl. Sanctuary Mountain or Waitomo Caves
Day 4: Rotorua: Whirinaki Rainforest Walk
Day 5: Rotorua: National Kiwi Hatchery, Haka & Geysers & Nightlights Treewalk
Day 6: Fly Rotorua - Blenheim
Day 7: Blenheim/Marlborough Sounds: Dolphin and Wildlife Cruise + Motuara Island Bird Sanctuary
Day 8: Blenheim - Arthur's Pass
Day 9: Arthur's Pass | Day to Explore
Day 10: Arthur's Pass - Lake Moeraki
Day 11: Wilderness Lodge Lake Moeraki
Day 12: Lake Moeraki - Queenstown
Day 13: Queenstown: Milford Sound Scenic Fly / Nature Cruise / Fly
Day 14: Queenstown - Dunedin: Otago Peninsula, Royal Albatross Center and Penguin Place
Day 15: Dunedin - Catlins Day Tour: Kaka Point, Purakanui Falls, Nugget Point
Day 16: Dunedin / Depart New Zealand
Not included:
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International flights;
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Rotorua - Blenheim or Dunedin - Auckland flights;
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Meals (unless shown);
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Travel Insurance
All itineraries can be customized to suit. Activities added, substituted, accommodations and car hire upgraded etc. Itinerary is strictly subject to availability at time of booking and subject. Please review our booking conditions.