Zealandia: Forest Secrets, Plant Stories Walking Tour
Karori, Wellington
Activity
Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Go beyond wildlife to discover the hidden world of Zealandia's native forest on this guided tour. Learn how plants compete, adapt and shape ecosystems that support the wildlife that's thriving here.
Highlights
- 2-hour guided small group walking tour of Zealandia Ecosanctuary in Wellington
- Learn how unusual animals and isolation shaped New Zealand plant behaviour
- Hear fascinating New Zealand plant stories from a knowledgeable guide
- Hear about our groundbreaking community forest regeneration project
Description
Learn how New Zealand native forest is layered and how plants have adapted to life here. This tour will reveal a world that’s just as captivating for first-time visitors as it is for passionate plant lovers. Discover what makes New Zealand's forests unique as you explore our young native forest and learn how our conservation team is helping to accelerate its recovery. Along the way, uncover the ingenious strategies plants use to reproduce and compete for space, light, nutrients, and protection from browsing animals. The textures, shapes, colours and smells of the forest will open up for you, and you'll never look at a forest the same way again.Includes
Entry ticket Professional tour guide 2-hour small-group walking tourExcludes
Hotel pick-up & drop off Food & drinksImportant Information
- This is a small-group tour limited to 12 people
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A moderate amount of walking is involved and due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Please inform your guide if you have any medical conditions that you would like them to be aware of, e.g. asthma
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately