National Kiwi Hatchery - Kiwi Encounter Tour
- The world’s largest and most successful kiwi hatching and rearing centre. This ‘behind the scenes’ look into the internationally renowned
- conservation programme is a must for all nature enthusiasts and
- wildlife lovers. The centre boasts leading edge equipment and is
- managed by a dedicated and passionate team of kiwi husbandry
- experts. From humble beginnings in 1995, the team has hatched,
- raised and released over 1950 kiwi back into the wild, making The
- National Kiwi Hatchery the most successful in the world.
- The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour is a special opportunity to gain
- insight into and view this highly regarded conservation centre.
- Recently redeveloped with the visitor experience in mind, the
- hatchery boasts special viewing opportunities and is hosted by
- kiwi expert guides who ensure guests leave fully informed and
- all questions answered. Learn all about New Zealand’s intriguing
- national icon and the efforts of the kiwi husbandry team, see and
- discover what it takes to hatch and rare chicks ... and if you’re
- lucky, see baby chicks in person! The National Kiwi Hatchery Tour is a special opportunity to gain insight into and view this highly regarded conservation centre
- The hatchery boasts special viewing opportunities and is hosted by kiwi expert guides
- Learn all about New Zealand’s intriguing national icon and the efforts of the kiwi husbandry team, see and discover what it takes to hatch and rare chicks
- The immersive and interactive Kiwi Burrow experience, stand in a humansized kiwi burrow and sit in a giant kiwi egg
- See real kiwi in the nocturnal enclosure
- Similar to a neonatal unit, the kiwi egg incubation and hatchery can contain drama and action on any given day!
- See how our kiwi specialists care for rare chicks in their nursery
- Instant ticket
- Mobile ticket
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