Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast
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3 giờ 30 phút
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A unique and exciting exploration to Wellington’s secret coast. With exclusive access through private farmland, we'll take you on a journey to discover Wellington's natural wonders in an area unknown even to many locals. Only 20km from the city, this area will feel like another world.
Travelling in new 4WD Mercedes vehicles, you'll see a working farm with sheep, cows and goats, while enjoying stunning views of the Cook Strait, South Island and Kaikoura Ranges. Once down to sea-level, we’ll meet some much-loved locals – New Zealand Fur Seals. Enjoy morning/afternoon tea while observing these amazing animals as they sunbathe, play, and swim while learning about their history, ecology, and conservation from your friendly and knowledgeable guide. The Seal Coast Safari is a must-do for anyone who loves nature, wildlife, and adventure. Join us and discover one of Wellington’s best-kept secrets!
Route is along rough terrain requiring 4WD. Not suitable for people with neck or back injuries.
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Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with neck problems
Chính sách hủy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Bao gồm
Proud partner of the Capital Kiwi conservation project
Exclusive access to private farmland with stunning views
See Wellington's hidden gems that even most locals don't know about
Pick up and drop off available direct from cruise ships - we've never missed a drop off
Travel in style and comfort with our new fleet of 4WD Mercedes
NZ Fur Seals in their stunning natural environment
Owned and operated by passionate nature lovers
Gratuities
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Cần Quan Tâm
Otari-Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden
We begin our journey at Otari-Wilton’s Bush - one hundred hectares of ancient and regenerating forest and New Zealand’s only botanical garden dedicated solely to native plants. Designated a six-star Garden of International Significance by the New Zealand’s Gardens Trust of the Royal New Zealand Institute of Horticulture, Otari-Wilton’s Bush allows us to introduce you to what the landscape of New Zealand was like for early Maori and European settlers. Walking across the skybridge, you will be treated to views across the canopy while your friendly and knowledgeable guide introduces you to some of the unique flora and fauna endemic to this country and the challenges they have faced to survive. We regularly see beautiful native bird species like Tui, Kaka, Kakariki, Kereru and, occasionally, Karearea, all of which were extinct or endangered in the Wellington region only 25 years ago.
Next, we carry on through the suburbs and towards the south coast. Turning off the main road, we utilise our private access through Terawhiti Station, one of the oldest and largest stations in New Zealand. We’ll likely see sheep, cows and goats on the drive up the hill, before being treated to stunning views across the Cook Strait, Kaikoura Ranges and the South Island once we reach the top. We then follow the ridgeline road that was created for the imposing Project West Wind – a 62 turbine strong wind farm that generates enough electricity to power all the houses in the Wellington region. This city is known as Windy Welly for a reason! Your guide will explain how this collaboration was essential in keeping the farming operation going in what are challenging and harsh conditions and added another chapter to the long, storied history of Terawhiti.
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Seal Coast Safari
Pickup included
Seal Coast Safari alternate
Pickup included
Đánh giá
278 đánh giá
Tổng số đánh giá và xếp hạng từ Viator & TripAdvisor
Amazing Seal Tour
Demetrio A,
12 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Fabulous experience on the Seal tour. Our hosts Sara and Grant were terrific. They were very knowledgeable and so fun during this experience. The ride was exciting getting to see beyond the city of Wellington to the coast where the seals are located and then to the botanical gardens. Sara drove with experience and safety. We definitely would recommend this tour. Thank you for the experience!!
Both guides Sarah and Hamish were very sympathetic and gave a lot of information.
AyseTuna,
10 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I loved that the distance to the animals was respected and yet you could observe the animals up close.
Flora and fauna along the coast
Gary P,
9 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
4.00Good overview of the local flora and fauna. Short drives between the two spots on the tour agenda Fun to see the seals Comfortable coaches
The best Sunday trip ever
Jozefa F,
9 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00This trip is perfect for everyone, young and old, or people like me with limited mobility. Sarah at Viator could not have done anymore to ensure everyone had an amazing time.
A surprisingly wonderful ride
sydur r,
2 thg 11, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I took this ride at the last hour. I was confused how my quick decision is going to be. But it was worth it. Their management and tour guide and driver was awesome. They even tried to help le after the tour by giving me suggestions what can i do next. And the tour itself was wonderful. Their ride is very neat and capable. And the path they use is very unique to themselves only. U mist try it i will say
Seal colony
Shelley F,
26 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00It was great to see an amazing part of the Wellington area that not many have the opportunity to experience. We loved the bush land and the wild coast with it's sunbathing seals. Hamish was an awesome and knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend this trip.
Great Trip
Charles B,
17 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Viator
5.00Our guide Hamish was wonderful. He was very knowledgeable. On the way to the seals we visited a botanic garden a saw KaKas and Kereru. We accessed the seal colony through a beautiiful drive through a large private farm. Hamish was a great driver. We enjoyed our trip very much.
Interesting tour
570keikom,
17 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00It was very exciting to take the wild roads. Seal Coast is really nice and beautiful place. I appreciate Natalie’s guide. Thank you so much.
Beautiful Seal Tour with Marc
Departure61634971138,
8 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00I had a very special private tour with Marc. He knows a lot about Wellington, the nature of New Zealand, the coast and the seals. It was a very beautiful morning with him. I was only about 10 meters away from the seals, which was amazing.
Seal Coast Safari 100+% Do This
Journey40063324540,
6 thg 9, 2025
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00It was the most amazing experience ever, seeing the seals and the drive to get there was very exciting. Our tour guide "Grant" was truely knowledgeable with a no rush attitude. The whole experience of going to the gardens first then out in the large four wheel drive to see the seals was the most best experience we have had. Thank you Grant for making this happen.
Từ NZ$195.00
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