Wildlife

Oparara Guided Tours   (www.oparara.co.nz)  

Walk ancient rainforests with experienced, knowledgeable tour guides. Oparara Guided Tours explore a unique combination of natural landforms in Karamea, NZ.

African Safaris   (www.africansafaris.co.nz)  

Wildlife safaris to Namibia, Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania. Small groups escorted from New Zealand by Claire Vial (children's author, photographer and tour leader).

Encounter Kaikoura   (www.encounterkaikoura.co.nz)  

Providing two of Kaikoura’s well known sea based operations: Dolphin Encounter and Albatross Encounter. Watch or swim with the dusky dolphins off the Kaikoura coast or experience the thrill of getting face to face with the albatross and other species of seabird.

Farewell Spit Eco Tours   (www.farewellspit.com)  

Tour Operators to the world famous Farewell Spit. Featuring a Gannet colony, Wader Watch, Cape Farewell and many other eco tours.

Whale Watch Kaikoura   (www.whalewatch.co.nz)  

Let us take you on the most breathtaking adventure of a lifetime, let us introduce you to the world of the whales.

Otago Peninsula   (www.albatross.org.nz)  

Dunedin's harbour providing a spectacular setting for unique historical and wildlife attractions including the world’s only mainland Royal Albatross Colony.

Christchurch Scenic Wildlife Cruises   (www.blackcat.co.nz)  

Experience the extensive marine life of Lyttelton Harbour, only 15 minutes from the centre of Christchurch, on a 2 hour wildlife cruise on the sleek new 20 meter catamaran the Black Cat.

Oceanwings Birdwatching   (www.oceanwings.co.nz)  

Pelagic (ocean going) bird watching. Within close proximity of the beautiful Kaikoura Peninsula.

A TrueNZ Guide to Natural Encounters   (www.truenz.co.nz/econature)  

Eco Tours, natural encounters, wildlife and nature walks, guided tours, marine and birdlife experiences and more.

Dolphin & Marine Eco Tours   (www.dolphinplanet.co.nz)  

See dolphins, whales and other marine wildlife in the rich waters of Auckland's Hauraki Gulf. Whether you're a wildlife enthusiast or a visitor to the city of Auckland, you will be impressed by the array of marine life the Hauraki Gulf has to offer.

Pukaha Mount Bruce   (www.mtbruce.org.nz)  

A memorable wildlife viewing, eco and nature tour experience in the Wairarapa. Experience some of New Zealand’s endangered wildlife up close and in the wild. Learn about what is being done to save kiwi, tuatara, kokako, kaka and return them to our forest.

Tui Nature Reserve Eco Accommodation   (www.tuinaturereserve.co.nz)  

A nature retreat and conservation park in the Marlborough Sounds, offering accommodation, along with a range of adventure and nature tours.

Nature Guides Otago   (www.natureguidesotago.co.nz)  

Combine qualified wildlife guiding with superior bed and breakfast accommodation for a complete experience of the Dunedin and Otago-Southland area.

Kiwi Wildlife Tours   (www.kiwi-wildlife.co.nz)  

Kiwi Wildlife Tours specialise in small group natural history and birding tours providing the opportunity to learn the secrets of New Zealand's unique birds, bats and marine mammals in comfort and style.

Waterways Boating Safaris (www.waterways.co.nz)  

The boating safari tour that allows you to experience the sheltered waterways of the Marlborough Sounds, whilst driving a boat independently and in the company of others.

Ecotours New Zealand   (www.ecotours.co.nz)  

Observe New Zealand wildlife in their own environment. Over 100 expert guides offer whale watching, dolphin swims and kiwi wildlife tours based on sustainable use of natural resources.

Dolphin Encounter   (www.dolphin.co.nz)  

Locally owned and operated operation in Kaikoura.

Inside New Zealand Wilderness Adventures   (www.insidenz.co.nz)  

Offering fast-paced shallow water jet boating, thrilling scenic helicopter rides, backcountry bush walks, hunting, fishing and exclusive heli-skiing.

Myths and Legends Eco-Tours   (www.eco-tours.co.nz)  

Eco-tours, cruises, and charters from Myths and legends, that showcase the Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand.

Glass Bottom Boat   (www.glassbottomboat.co.nz)  

The glass bottom boat runs trip's at Goat Island Marine Reserve, world renowned for it's abundant marine life.

Wings over Whales   (www.whales.co.nz)  

Whale watching in Kaikoura from the air.

Hidden Valley   (www.orakeikorako.co.nz)  

A truly unique geothermal wonderland, one of natures true gifts. Cross the Waikato River by boat, then explore another world of gushing geysers, hot springs, boiling mudpools and some of the largest silica terraces in the world.

Black Cat Group   (www.swimmingwithdolphins.co.nz)  

A marine adventure swimming with wild dolphins in the beautiful, sheltered setting of Akaroa Harbour providing a close encounter with the hector's dolphin.

Catlins Wildlife Trackers Ecotours   (www.catlins-ecotours.co.nz)  

Offering guiding, education and wildlife viewing, based in the Catlins.

Back to Nature Wildlife Tour   (www.backtonaturetours.co.nz)  

Intimate nature tours of the Otago Peninsula.