Pricing and Conditions
| Adult | $150.00 |
| Child (12 year(s) and under) |
$75.00 |
Courting Kōtuku at New Zealand's only White Heron nesting site, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, West Coast.
Adult Kōtuku with chicks begging at the White Heron Sanctuary, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, South Westland.
Early season activity at the White Heron breeding ground, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, West Coast, South Island.
Kōtuku chicks experiencing the Waitangiroto River below their nests at NZ's only White Heron breeding ground - Whataroa, West Coast.
Learn about the important Predator Control work we do in and around the Kōtuku nesting site - Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa.
Kōtuku, White Heron family at New Zealand's only White Heron nesting site and breeding ground - Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa
'Spoonville' - Nesting Royal Spoonbill at the White Heron nesting site - Whataroa, West Coast, South Island
White Heron adult feeding its big chicks - White Heron Sanctuary Tours, Whataroa, West Coast, South Island
Explore the seasonal wonders of the lush rainforest with its magic reflections and diverse native trees, ferns, orchids, fungi and birdlife.
Kōtuku in full breeding plumage displaying its fine lacey feathers - White Heron Sanctuary Tours, Whataroa, South Island
64 Main Road, Whataroa, New Zealand.
Witness the extraordinary sight of the rare Kōtuku, White Heron at their only New Zealand breeding ground within the flora and fauna abundant Waitangiroto Nature Reserve. Guaranteed viewing of the nesting White Heron, Royal Spoonbill and Little Shag.
Witness the extraordinary sight of the rare Kōtuku, White Heron at their only New Zealand breeding ground within the flora and fauna abundant Waitangiroto Nature Reserve. Guaranteed viewing of the nesting White Heron, Royal Spoonbill and Little Shag.
Courting Kōtuku at New Zealand's only White Heron nesting site, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, West Coast.
Adult Kōtuku with chicks begging at the White Heron Sanctuary, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, South Westland.
Early season activity at the White Heron breeding ground, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa, West Coast, South Island.
Kōtuku chicks experiencing the Waitangiroto River below their nests at NZ's only White Heron breeding ground - Whataroa, West Coast.
Learn about the important Predator Control work we do in and around the Kōtuku nesting site - Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa.
Kōtuku, White Heron family at New Zealand's only White Heron nesting site and breeding ground - Waitangiroto Nature Reserve - Whataroa
'Spoonville' - Nesting Royal Spoonbill at the White Heron nesting site - Whataroa, West Coast, South Island
White Heron adult feeding its big chicks - White Heron Sanctuary Tours, Whataroa, West Coast, South Island
Explore the seasonal wonders of the lush rainforest with its magic reflections and diverse native trees, ferns, orchids, fungi and birdlife.
Kōtuku in full breeding plumage displaying its fine lacey feathers - White Heron Sanctuary Tours, Whataroa, South Island
| Adult | $150.00 |
| Child (12 year(s) and under) |
$75.00 |
Daily Tour Times: 9:00 am, 12:00 pm, 3:00 pm – Bookings are recommended. Tour Duration: 2.5 hours return to Whataroa. Adult $150 - Student 12-17yrs $100 - Child 3-11 yrs $75 New Zealand family-owned and operated small business. Small, personalised group tours. Friendly, experienced, and knowledgeable local guides. Suitable for all ages and abilities; assistance is available. Operates rain or shine, quality wet weather gear provided if raining. Private and large group tour options are available.
A valid credit card is required to secure bookings. Credit card details will be held without charge pending visitor arrival. There will be no charge to the credit card provided we receive 24 hours’ notice of cancellation of the tour booking. In the event of a late cancellation or non-arrival, a charge equivalent to the full tour cost may be charged to the credit card. If you need to amend your tour reservation due to weather or other reasons, we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Our exclusive 2.5-hour White Heron Tour begins with a scenic minivan journey through private farmland and wetlands to the DOC-protected Waitangiroto Nature Reserve. Here, an easy 800-metre guided walk through ancient Kahikatea rainforest leads to our elevated viewing hide, offering the unique opportunity to observe the rare Kōtuku or White Heron in their natural nesting environment. Be captivated by these majestic birds as they interact and nurture their young. Also view and learn about the nesting Royal Spoonbill, Little Shag, and other birdlife here. As the original and only tour company permitted to operate in this special area, White Heron Sanctuary Tours has 37 years of experience in sharing the magic of the Kōtuku with visitors.
64 Main Road, Whataroa, New Zealand.
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