Okarito Kiwi Tours

As the only licenced kiwi tour operators in the South Island, you could become one of the lucky few to have seen a kiwi in the wild.

The trips will start at the office of Okarito Kiwi Tours, which is situated in the middle of Okarito. Following a short briefing, there is a short drive upon dusk. You will then walk 2km into known kiwi habitat.

Your guide will interpret all bird calls along the way together with explaining detailed knowledge of the local area and its history. They will also explain the Maori myths and legends that surround the story as to how a kiwi became a ground dwelling bird.

Upon reaching the kiwi habitation, you will listen for kiwi activity. There is a very good chance that you will be able to hear the birds snuffling for food or generally moving around in the bush.

This is a unique trip which takes teamwork and participation, ownership and responsibility.