Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour
Overview
Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s best-kept nature sanctuaries and a pest and predator-free haven for native birds.
Take the ferry from Paraparaumu Beach to Waiorua at the northern end of the island. You'll be met by your local guide who tell you the unique history and stories of this place and will walk with you to help you identify the flora & fauna all around you. You'll have time for independent walking before enjoying a delicious buffet lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon you'll head back to the mainland by ferry.
What's Included
- Tea and coffee Coffee and/or Tea
- Return ferry transportation from Paraparaumu Beach to Kapiti Island
- Lunch prepared by chef at The Lodge
- Department of Conservation and local council permits
- Entry / Admission - Kapiti Island
- An introductory talk from an experienced and passionate local guide
- A 1hr guided nature/history walk.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (not required)
Meeting Location
29 Marine Parade
Paraparaumu Beach 5542, New Zealand
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Marine Parade
Paraparaumu Beach 5032, New Zealand
You will return to the beach at Paraparaumu Beach, in front of the Kapiti Boating Club.
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Kapiti Island
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Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please contact us between 7-7:15am on the day of your tour to confirm your check in time and that the tour is going ahead. Ph: 0800 527 484.
- Lodge closed during June/July/August for annual maintenance
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-17098P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT).
- Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea.
- Return ferry transportation from Paraparaumu Beach to Kapiti Island.
- Lunch prepared by chef at The Lodge.
- Department of Conservation and local council permits.
- Entry / Admission - Kapiti Island.
- An introductory talk from an experienced and passionate local guide.
- A 1hr guided nature/history walk.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities (not required).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Kapiti Island Classic Guided Day Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Tea and coffeeCoffee and/or Tea
- Return ferry transportation from Paraparaumu Beach to Kapiti Island
- Lunch prepared by chef at The Lodge
- Department of Conservation and local council permits
- Entry / Admission - Kapiti Island
- An introductory talk from an experienced and passionate local guide
- A 1hr guided nature/history walk.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (not required)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please contact us between 7-7:15am on the day of your tour to confirm your check in time and that the tour is going ahead. Ph: 0800 527 484.
- Lodge closed during June/July/August for annual maintenance
