Kiwi Hatchery & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tour

This pass includes your All Day 48 Hr Admission Pass – it’s a great value for money combo ticket. Tours depart at 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm and 4 pm daily – Bookings essential. We will email you an e-ticket, which you can either print and bring with you or use your smartphone to gain entry when you arrive. Please call us on (+64) 03 752 0600 at any point if you require help ordering online.

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Family deal: 2 adults and up to 2 children for $249. Just add your tickets below; the deal is applied automatically whenever it's cheaper than individual prices, no code needed.

Adult
$95
$95
child
$55
* ages 8 to 15 years
$55
Senior/Student
$93
* with valid student ID
$93

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Our Kiwi Hatchery & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tours. Depart at 10 am, 12 noon, 2 pm, and 4 pm daily, Bookings are essential

This pass includes your All Day 48-hour Admission Pass – it’s a combo. Bookings made are non-refundable

The VIP Backstage Pass Tour isn’t for kids under 8 years old. Not sure? Just ask us before booking. Prices are in NZD and are non-refundable. For same-day bookings, check availability first. Book the 4 pm tour? Get here by 3 pm to enjoy the main attraction. Chick viewing might not happen due to conservation rules.

gently hold a kiwi bird in a lush indoor setting with large ferns in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between 48hrs pass and a Kiwi Hatchery & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tour

The Kiwi Hatchery & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tour includes your All Day 48 Hr Admission Pass, so it's a combo ticket. The VIP tour gives you a 40-minute guided experience with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the kiwi incubation and hatching facility, up-close Tuatara encounters, and insights into kiwi conservation from a Kiwi Ranger. It's a unique and personalized experience, while the 48-hour pass is just for general admission.

When is the penguin feeding time

The penguin feeding times are at 11:00 am and 3:00 pm daily. Make sure to catch it, it's a real treat!

Can we touch or hold the kiwi

Touching or holding the kiwi isn't allowed, as they're highly endangered and protected by The Department of Conservation. But you can still enjoy seeing them up close in our nocturnal walkthrough area or during a behind-the-scenes experience with our hatching programme.

Does the VIP Backstage Pass Tour include my entry ticket

This VIP Backstage Pass Tour pass INCLUDES your All Day 48 Hr Admission Pass – it’s a great value for money combo ticket. https://www.wildkiwi.co.nz/book-online/vip-backstage-pass-tours

Can you guarantee we will see a kiwi

Our team have special infrared torches to help all our guests see kiwi. You only have to ask one of our friendly team members for help