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Kapiti Island is an internationally renowned sanctuary for New Zealand native birds, forest, wildlife

Options for making a booking are:
Phone us on 0800KAPITI (0800 527 484)
Text or phone 027 726 7525
Email: [email protected]
Book online: www.kapitiisland.com

30/05/2025

Off to Kapiti Island? Here’s what to pack 🎒

🌞 Sunscreen – The Aotearoa sun doesn’t mess around. Pack something high SPF and reef safe.
🥝 Healthy snacks (ngā paramanawa pai) – Nut butter sachets, dried fruit, snack balls, or a juicy local apple will keep you going.
🍫 And of course... a little treat. Because why not?
💧 Water bottle (pounamu wai) – Hydration is key. Bring a sturdy, reusable one — no shops on the island!
🧥 Rain jacket (kākahu ua) – The weather can change quickly. A light, waterproof layer is always a good idea.
📷 Camera or phone – You’ll want to capture those moments with tīeke, kākā, or kāruhiruhi.

🎒 Come prepared, pack smart, and enjoy a full day immersed in te taiao – nature at its wildest and most wonderful.

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26/05/2025

🌿 This island adventure is waiting for you – just 10 minutes off the Kapiti coast.

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝟮𝟬% 𝗢𝗳𝗳 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽𝘀 & 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀!

📅 Valid May to July
🎟️ Use code KIWI20 at checkout
✔️ Spot rare birds

✔️ Enjoy an epic family day out

✔️ Stay overnight and see the island come to life

Discover our experiences at
www.kapitiisland.com

Or call our reservations team on 0800 527 484

18/05/2025

Now that’s an entrance - check out this kāruhiruhi nailing a textbook tailstand! 💥

Also known as the pied s**g, these sleek sea birds are expert fishers and surprisingly graceful flyers. You’ll often spot them striking a pose with wings outstretched to dry off after a dive — but catching one mid-landing like this? Manaaki timed it just right.

📍 Kapiti Island is home to thriving kāruhiruhi colonies, thanks to its predator-free haven. Keep an eye out on the coastline - they’re a joy to watch!

📸 Manaaki's Pictures of Things
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07/05/2025

💚 How about a Kapiti Island experience this Mother’s Day?

Treat your mum (or a mother figure in your life) to something truly special – and memorable: a day immersed in nature. 🐦🌿

Whether it’s a quiet walk through native bush, spotting rare manu, or simply soaking in the peaceful sounds of te taiao, this is a gift that says: thank you, I see you, let’s slow down together.

Mother’s Day vouchers available now – flexible, memorable, and beautifully wrapped in nature. Order now: https://www.kapitiisland.com/gift-cards-vouchers/

29/04/2025

Meet the kākā! 🦜

Did you know, the kākā has a unique talent? 🤯

As a master of mischief, it can use its strong beak to pry open backpacks in search of snacks!

Thanks to Kapiti Island’s predator-free status, these birds thrive here, showing off their natural behaviours just as they should. Have you spotted one on your visit? 👀

📍 Explore Kapiti Island and meet these incredible birds up close!

📸 Manaaki's Pictures of Things

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18/04/2025

We love hearing about the incredible experiences our manuhiri have on Kapiti Island!

Here’s what Becky had to say about her team-building trip:

”It couldn’t have been more perfect.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

“The best spot in Aotearoa. Our company had a team building day out at the northern end of Kapiti Island. We booked the Waiorua Half-Day experience and it couldn't have been more perfect. Right from booking through to being dropped back on the beach in Paraparaumu, Kapiti Island Nature Tours went above and beyond to help us have an amazing trip.

“I would highly recommend heading to Kapiti Island as soon as you can, whether you are a large group like us, a couple, or by yourself.”

Becky Spiller | Tripadvisor

🌿 Book your own unforgettable adventure today!

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10/04/2025

Autumn on Kapiti Island is not golden leaves falling on the forest floor (Aotearoa’s native trees are evergreen). Instead, it’s our birds who bring the seasonal hues! 🍁

The chestnut-red kākā, golden-brown pīwakawaka (fantail), warm-feathered weka, earthy-toned toutouwai (North Island robin), and the deep, shadowy ruru (morepork) create a natural autumn palette.

Who needs colour-changing leaves when you have birds like these?

📸 Manaaki's Pictures of Things

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26/03/2025

🎮 To celebrate our Minecraft debut, we’re giving you 20% off these school holidays!

Book a family friendly Self-Guided Day Tour and use code KIWI20 at checkout. Applies to bookings from 1st to 30th April (including Easter and School Holidays).

🌿 Come play for real, and explore our diverse landscapes, from maunga to moana. Book your unforgettable adventure now: ⬇️
https://www.kapitiisland.com/ferry-tickets-self-guided-tours/

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100% Pure New Zealand
A Minecraft Movie

20/03/2025

Kapiti Island…in Minecraft? You heard that right! 🎮🌿

We’re stoked to be featured in 100% Pure New Zealand's epic collaboration with Minecraft, bringing iconic NZ landscapes into the virtual world!

From lush forests to rare wildlife, Kapiti Island is a real-world adventure like no other.

📍 Check out the full list of featured locations & start planning your adventure!

📸: 100% Pure New Zealand x A Minecraft Movie

19/03/2025

Incredible shot of a koekoeā captured by Manaaki's Pictures of Things ! 📸

Manaaki shares that "Koekoeā (long-tailed cuckoo) adults will soon return to their warmer Pacific homes, leaving their young to be raised by their pōpokotea foster-folk until they're ready to follow their birth-birds back to the Pacific."

How amazing is that? Safe travels, koekoeā! We can’t wait to see you back here soon. 💚

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24/02/2025

Looking for a unique way to celebrate your birthday? Gather your whānau and escape to Kapiti Island for an unforgettable adventure ⛰️

Make it a trip to remember with one of our guided tours!

Learn more here: https://www.kapitiisland.com/guided-tours/

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29 Marine Parade
Paraparaumu Beach

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http://www.kapitiisland.com/

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