Skip the Line: Franz Josef Wildlife Center Ticket with Optional Backstage Pass

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Voted one of the 12 must-see things to visit in New Zealand by Lonely Planet, the West Coast Wildlife Centre is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South Island and the foremost indoor, all-weather attraction in Franz Josef. You are guaranteed to see live kiwi during the day inside our nocturnal house, including the world's rarest kiwis. Discover the interactive glacier attraction and West Coast storytelling areas or go behind the scenes on the “Kiwi & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tour.” Numbers are very limited on the 40-minute Backstage Pass Tour so advanced bookings are highly recommended. You'll also find the best shopping in Franz Josef inside the all-weather facility and enjoy free Wi-Fi in the café. Recommended " best Coffee" in Franz Josef by Tripadvisor customers.

If you purchase a VIP Backstage Pass Tour your general admission ticket is included in the price.

Thông tin khác

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Main attraction is wheelchair friendly, but backstage pass tour is not wheelchair accessible

Photography is restricted inside the kiwi nocturnal house but available on the kiwi backstage pass tour

Proof of age require if purchasing a senior ticket (over 65 years of age)

Cafe with food and coffee available to purchase. All major credit cards accepted

Chính sách hủy

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

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GST (Goods and Services Tax)

Local taxes

Free car parking

Souvenir photos (available to purchase)

Hotel pickup and drop-off

DVD (available to purchase)

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West Coast Wildlife Centre

Cnr Cowan & Cron Streets, Bright Green Building Franz Josef New Zealand

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West Coast Wildlife Centre

The centre is open every day from 8.30am. Please set aside at least 1-2 hours for your visit. A free takeaway learning booklet is provided at no extra charge. All tickets purchased are valid for 48 hours. This means guests can come in and out of the attraction as often as they like. During your visit, you'll be able to see live kiwi during the day inside the nocturnal house, See live Tuatara, and discover the interactive glacier attraction and storytelling areas/films as well as films and information around NZ's ambitious goal to become predator free by 2050. You'll also have the option to go behind the scenes on the VIP Backstage Pass Tour rated “highly recommended” by Lonely Planet and Tripadvisor Traveller's Choice Award winner for 2022. A fully guided 40-minute tour behind the scenes to see our kiwi incubation and hatching and Tuatara programmes.

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Tùy chọn

General Admission -48hr Pass

General Admission Entry: 48-Hour Admission Pass

10am VIP Backstage Pass Tour

VIP Backstage Pass Tour

12:00pm VIP Backstage Tour

VIP Backstage Pass Tour

2pm - VIP Backstage Guided

4pm VIP Backstage Guided

Đánh giá

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Staff was knowledgeable...
Stephanie R,
27 thg 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Staff was knowledgeable and shared many facts. Was great to see some eggs, kids wish they would have seen baby kiwi, but were happy to see eggs. Got to see the two kiwi run about in their space, it was great to watch them.
Kiwi fun!
David S,
4 thg 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The ‘VIP backstage pass’ was well worth it. Our guide Steve was extremely knowledgeable and we learned so much more than just viewing the kiwi and tuatara (which was also great!).
Loved seeing the kiwis...
Patti B,
3 thg 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Loved seeing the kiwis and tautaras! I learned a lot! Glad folks are working to make sure these native gems of NZ do not go extinct!!!!
Behind the scenes good value
Chery M,
10 thg 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00
The behind the scenes was very informative and interesting. The guide Steve was great , funny and professional. Very good knowledge and easy to interact with.
Must do rainy day activity and to learn about NZ wildlife
Felicity M,
22 thg 9, 2024
- Viator
5.00
Fantastic information about the conservation of Kiwis all over NZ. Knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, great displays with information on Glaciers. Highly recommend the guided tour (backstage pass) to see the Tuatara and the information about them in greater detail. Lovely cafe with hot food and drinks. Excellent gift shop with a large variety of souvenirs.