Gannet Safaris Overland Tour: Unforgettable Journey to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony without Walking

Experience the unforgettable Gannet Safaris Overland Tour to Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony. No walking required. Spectacular views and mesmerizing gannets await. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Cape Kidnappers - Drive over the private farm of Cape Kidnappers Station and wildlife sanctuary to Cape Kidnappers gannet plateau. Stopping at several look out points with 360 degree views across Hawkes Bay. Spectutular views looking down the Cliffs onto Clifton Beach.
What's Included
  • Air-conditioned transportation
  • Refreshments available
  • Tea and coffee included
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option not selected)
  • This tour is not available for cruise ship passengers
Additional Information

Gannet Safaris Overland is the exclusive tour that drives directly onto the Gannet plateau, eliminating the need for walking. The views are breathtaking, and there’s so much to learn about Hawkes Bay.
Our 3-hour fully guided tour brings you within meters of the gannets at Cape Kidnappers. Watching these birds is captivating as they dive and swoop…

Location
396 Clifton Road
Clifton Road
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Cgmoo
Dec 19, 2024
A great gannet of a safari! - A great morning, the ride up to the Gannet's was really not what I was expecting, Marcus, well his badge told us he was Marcus but who knows with his jokes. He told us about the surroundings and how the sanctuary was formed, and he made it interesting and fun, although what I would call dad jokes so early in the day I was not ready for it. Once at the gannets there are so many and they really don't mind the humans, they swoop in so low, but missed us all, we go the time to have a a walk around and really look at them, and for those with a sensitive nose you can't help but smell them as well. You spend time at one colony but you can see one of the others down from the lighthouse. Take any camera or phone and you will have the chance to take some lovely shots. You don' t need to worry about having a big lens you get close enough. But I am a keen photographer and took a larger lens which was great for capturing them coming back to land. #Had the chance to see chicks of various sizes and if you looked carefully a couple of eggs as well. A well organised outing.
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Getaway23089938161
Dec 18, 2024
Better then the other expected - Fantastic trip, even on windy and a little bit rainy day. Gannets are cute, the road to them is also very nice and our guide have done a great job to keep us interested during 3hours trip.
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I7633pkolgab
Dec 16, 2024
Gannet safaris to Cape Kidnappers - It was a great experience, well organized, lots of interesting information. Particularly beautiful surroundings. Nice to be able to get so close to the birds.
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Getaway12168721754
Dec 15, 2024
A wonderful journey with a great guide - A wonderful journey with a great guide. Being with the gannets is such a privilege, this is their space and we are only visitors. An amazing glimpse into their lives. This will stay in my mind for a long time.
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Mwallmar
Dec 14, 2024
An incredible memory! - Beautiful scenery, unforgettable view. Great guide. The gannet rookery visit is one of the best memories of our visit to NZ!
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845jolandab
Dec 11, 2024
Special - Very special trip we got very much information not only from the gannets but over the area and history of this special place.
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Mitchtaylor22
Dec 11, 2024
Do it!!! - Amazing tour! Would definitely recommend. Photos don’t do it justice. Seeing them up close and flying just overhead is next level. Lovely tour guide!
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959nathaliei
Dec 10, 2024
Interested in gannets, do not miss this tour - Not to be missed, this trip to Cape Kidnappers with Marcus as guide was a real pleasure. Beautiful landscapes and thousands of gannets, it’s amazing. Marcus’ wise explanations, good humor and good words bring a more appreciable. Thank you.
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Lynnms1723yz
Dec 10, 2024
Great Outing - My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed this outing. Knowledgeable staff helped us understand the gannets behavior. We had miserable weather so the hit tea, cookies mid trip was a welcome event.
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Trail58149895837
Dec 10, 2024
Up close and personal with gannets - This was a spectacular day. The trip to see the gannets was very interesting and marvellous scenery. What a surprise when we got to where the gannets were. You could almost touch them. What a waste to bring binoculars
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