Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Experiences

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Choose from two unique experiences:

Wild Kiwi Encounter: Embark on an unforgettable journey into the wild landscapes of Rakiura Stewart Island as day turns to night in search of the elusive Southern brown kiwi (tokoeka). Begin with a scenic pre-sunset cruise around nearby islands, spotting wildlife such as albatross, penguins, tītī (mutton bird), and fur seals. After an introduction to kiwi behaviour and conservation, arrive at Little Glory Cove for a guided evening walk through coastal forest and along a secluded beach, where expert guides help maximise your chances of seeing kiwi in the wild.

Wild Kiwi & Culture Encounter: Explore Oneke (“The Neck”), a culturally significant coastal landscape. Hear stories of Māori and European history before a night-time kiwi search. After your walk, enjoy a warm drink in the traditional whare before cruising back to Oban beneath the night sky.

Important Info: Approx. 2 hours walking. Tracks may be uneven or muddy—sturdy footwear essential.

Thông tin khác

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not suitable for children under 16 years

A reasonable level of fitness is required

Chính sách hủy

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

Cần Quan Tâm

RealNZ

Check in at the Ferry Terminal

20 minutes • Không Có Vé

Stewart Island

Stewart Island Wild Kiwi Encounters Join us for an unforgettable evening exploring Rakiura/Stewart Island’s wildlife and culture. Begin with a scenic cruise spotting rare seabirds and marine life before arriving at your kiwi-spotting location. On the Wild Kiwi Encounter, enjoy a guided torchlit walk through forest and beach to search for the elusive tokoeka (southern brown kiwi). Or choose the Wild Kiwi & Culture Encounter at Oneke, where you’ll hear stories of Māori and European heritage before your kiwi search, finishing with a warm drink in a traditional whare. Note: Moderate fitness required (approx. 2 hrs walking). Tracks may be muddy or uneven—wear sturdy footwear and dress warmly.

5 hours • Không Có Vé

Bao gồm

Complimentary tea and coffee on board return scenic cruise

Tùy chọn

Wild Kiwi & Culture Departures

Wild Kiwi + Culture: Discover Oneke’s rich Māori and European heritage as day fades to night, with stories, stunning coastal views, and wild kiwi

Wild Kiwi Departures

Wild Kiwi: Sunset cruise spotting rare marine life, then take a guided walk through forest and along the beach to search for wild kiwi

Đánh giá

4.74

80 đánh giá

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Great experience
Tour51089950123,6 thg 4, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Awesome experience. My wife and I got to see a kiwi for the first time, and it was wonderful! Really knowledgable guides. Recommend it 100%
Fantastic experience of NZ kiwi
607viviennea,23 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Fantastic, knowledgeable guides who knew where to see the wildlife. Without them I wouldn't have been able to see my first kiwi in the wild. When I booked i thought the cost was high but it was worth every cent. The boat ride was great and we saw different islands, seals, a yellow-eyed penguin and, of course, the highlight was seeing three different kiwi with one kiwi walking over beside me. Incredible!
Kiwi & culture, a must do on Stewart Island
942karenv,20 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The Kiwi and Culture tour is highly recommended. Not only do you visit a unique, stunningly beautiful place, Oneke, but it is also a place steeped in culture, and you learn so much about Maori culture that evening. Additionally, it is a beautiful place to spot kiwis. We had 6 kiwi sightings that evening! That really topped it all off! The Real NZ crew is very knowledgeable and happy to share this with you.
Trip was to see area out from Stewart Island and learn about animals and birds in the area. Then a walk to spot kiwis. C
Vacation60532708172,19 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazing experience. Good cost value. Excellent staff both in boat staff and tour guides. Have recommended trip to other holiday majers.
Special and unforgettable
31aileenk,12 thg 3, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a really great experience and I thoroughly recommend it. To see these special birds in the wild was a privilege. The whole trip was very well organised and we saw yellow eyed penguins and sea lions as an added bonus. Plenty of knowledge, a serious but fun evening. The guides were very respectful of the birds and we had a great opportunity to see a kiwi just going about its nightly business. They worked hard to make it a successful night.
Successful outing.
U2443HNstevenm,24 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour of crew is were excellent and helpful. Success in seeing Kiwis. What a treat.
You must not miss the Kiwi experience
S Craig D,24 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
This is our second time taking this tour and we totally enjoyed it. In spite of rain that threatened the on shore excursion, the crew timed the trip as best they could to coincide with the last band of rain. Crew pointed out palegic birds and seals en route to our on shore trek while there was day light. On shore we were lucky enough to observe a kiwi in the bush for over 25 minutes. The guides provided helpful orientation on board and kindly answered a number of questions. I thoroughly pleasant experience and a must do item
Kiwi!
132henningr,22 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Real NZ offers two different Kiwi tours out of Oban: Wild Kiwi Encounter tour and Kiwi & Culture tour. Both tours start at their office at the main wharf, start times depend depending on daylight (late December with its long days meant a very start at 8.30pm and 8pm for the other tour). Both tours are amazing and well worth the time and money. Wild Kiwi Encounter tour: The first part tours the archipelago with beautiful coastal scenery and wildlife with a chance to see little blue penguin, Hoiho (Yellow-Eyed) penguin, New Zealand Fur Seals, Stewart Island Albatross, Shag colony at Ulva Island's Snuggery Bay, and Sea Lions. Once it gets dark the boat will arrive at Glory Cove, a remote area of Stewart Island: this area is covered by dense forest, and everyone gets a small flashlight with clear instructions how to use them; the trails are relatively even and not difficult. The tour guides scan the surrounding forest with thermal-scopes for Kiwi, and when they find one, they switch to a red-light torch for all to see the birds. Since these are wild animals, there is never any guarantee for sightings, but we were lucky and saw two kiwi on each of our tours. Kiwi & Culture Encounter tour: The main difference to the other kiwi tour is how the time until darkness is covered; this tour is more focused on information about island and Maori history with a small Maori welcome ceremony at 'The Neck' (Oneke) before embarking on a grassland tour searching for Kiwi. The Neck is to the north of the forest area at Glory Cove the other tour covers, which makes both tours quite different: once the guides spot kiwi with their thermal-scopes, the red light torches are used and it is easier to follow them as they walk in and out of the tall grass (in the woodlands once they are behind trees or in the dense undergrowth they are gone). Again, we were lucky and saw two birds, even walking on our path right beside us. Both kiwi tours had been an absolutely amazing experience and I would take both again if (or maybe when) we are back on the island. All RealNZ tours are highly recommended (there are also other tour operators but I can't comment on them); the staff are super motivated and enthusiastic, and I cannot recommend them enough.
Special tour
MarianVoogd,3 thg 2, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
Evening tour with boat booked. Trip along various places to spot yellow eyed penguins and sea lions. Docked at The Neck on kiwi tour. Pretty soon a kiwi came our way. Total 4 seen. Wonderful evening with full moon and lots of stars.
A long tour but very rewarding.
Oscardog16,28 thg 1, 2026
- Đánh giá từ Tripadvisor
5.00
A long tour but very rewarding. We had bad weather for our 2 nights on Stewart Island. This tour did not proceed on our first night, but Real NZ booked us for the next night at our request. So glad we didn’t opt for the refund. We were the only 2 on the tour with 2 guides. We saw 5 kiwis and 2 sea lions. Being such a small group, we had complete silence. A Kiwi almost touched my hiking boot. We took some amazing footage. Our guides India & Harry were friendly and enthusiastic. We highly recommend this tour. We left the dock at 7.30 pm and returned at 12.20 am. The walk is easy and broken up by hot drinks and cheese and cracker. We are pleased that we don’t need plan B, a visit to a zoo to see a Kiwi.