Kiwi Experience

COMING SOON!

Discover the magic of New Zealand's national icon with our new Kiwi Experience Tour at Sanctuary Mountain® Maungatautari. Every year we undertake the country's largest kiwi translocation project, helping to establish and grow populations of North Island Brown Kiwi across the North Island and now for the first time our visitors are able to see this world-leading programme in action. 

On this interactive 1.5-hour tour, you'll learn about our 3,400-hectare sanctuary and thriving population of 3,000 kiwi, hear about our kiwi conservation efforts, witness a kiwi health check (approx. 15 minutes), and get the rare opportunity to see a kiwi up-close and take photos. 

All proceeds from this tour go directly towards our kiwi programme. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the heart of kiwi conservation and help us invest in the future of New Zealand's unique biodiversity. 

Limited spaces available. A moderate level of fitness is required. Special terms and conditions apply:

-Only suitable for ages 5 and above.

-Bookings need to be made at least 76 hours in advance and are subject to availability and weather conditions.

-Children up to 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. 

Sanctuary Mountain reserves the right to cancel or postpone a Kiwi Experience as a result of health & safety concerns, inclement weather conditions, or unforeseen event or circumstance.

The welfare of the kiwi is our priority at all times. Kiwi will be handled by our accredited kiwi handler(s) only and Kiwi Experience participants must follow the instructions of Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari staff at all times.  

By booking space/s on a Kiwi Experience you are agreeing to abide by these terms and conditions.