Immerse yourself in the unique flora and fauna of New Zealand’s Puketi rainforest. Explore towering kauri trees and discover rare bird and plant species on a guided walk led by a local expert.
Immerse yourself in the unique flora and fauna of New Zealand’s Puketi rainforest. Explore towering kauri trees and discover rare bird and plant species on a guided walk led by a local expert.
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Puketi Nature Trail - Join your knowledgeable local guide on a walk through the Puketi forest. Gain fascinating insights into New Zealand’s subtropical flora and fauna as you walk among towering kauri trees, the world’s second largest tree, found only in the country’s North Island.
On the half and full-day walks, keep an eye out for the…
- Puketi Nature Trail - Join your knowledgeable local guide on a walk through the Puketi forest. Gain fascinating insights into New Zealand’s subtropical flora and fauna as you walk among towering kauri trees, the world’s second largest tree, found only in the country’s North Island.
On the half and full-day walks, keep an eye out for the rainforest’s rare endemic birds and subtropical plant species. Hear stories from European colonial history, enjoy views including two of the largest kauri in New Zealand.
See conservation at work, and find out how the forest evolved from young, to mature and established trees. Learn some of the trees’ natives names and understand the ecology and mystery behind the kauri tree.
On the exciting two- to three-hour night-time walk, watch as the forest comes alive as daylight turns to evening. Listen as bird calls change from day to night, see bats flying overhead and feeding on insects, and keep a lookout for the rare nocturnal kiwi bird, New Zealand’s national symbol.
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Head lamp for night walk
- Lunch (If full day tour option selected)
- Morning and/or afternoon tea (If day tour options selected)
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Head lamp for night walk
- Lunch (If full day tour option selected)
- Morning and/or afternoon tea (If day tour options selected)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Experience New Zealand’s natural beauty up-close and first-hand on a guided walk through the Puketi rainforest. Walk among towering kauri trees, see rare bird and plant species that have evolved in isolation over millions of years.Over 80% of the plants are only found in New Zealand. Led by an experienced local guide, and with tour numbers limited to…
Experience New Zealand’s natural beauty up-close and first-hand on a guided walk through the Puketi rainforest. Walk among towering kauri trees, see rare bird and plant species that have evolved in isolation over millions of years.Over 80% of the plants are only found in New Zealand. Led by an experienced local guide, and with tour numbers limited to six people, enjoy a personalized experience on this rainforest walk, with a choice of half-day, full-day and night-time walks.
- Minimum age is 5 years
- A maximum of 6 people per booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking (Full day tour if option selected)
- Medium fitness level required on half day walk, higher level of fitness required on full day walk.
- Please bring good walking shoes, sunscreen, hat and day pack.
- NIGHT WALK - Depart times vary, please confirm at time of booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.