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A group of people interacting with a large, furry animal, possibly a koala, in an indoor setting. 1
Three bearded dragons on a branch. 2
A person holding a bird on a rock. 3
A person holding a bird on a stand in a room with people observing. 4
A lizard inside a black plastic container with leaves around it. 5
By West Coast Wildlife Centre

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €50 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 45m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Learn about the conservation of the rarest of the five kiwi species
    • Visit the largest kiwi incubation and hatching facility on the South Island
    • See the world-class Tuatara Encounter and learn about the ancient reptiles
    • Enjoy a guided VIP Backstage Pass Tour and see the kiwi up close
    • Explore the well-stocked retail shop and enjoy a coffee at the cafe

Activity location

    • Franz Josef Town
    • Franz Josef Town, West Coast Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 31 Cron Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand | Come to the ticketing counter inside the West Coast Wildlife Centre.
    • Franz Josef / Waiau, West Coast Region, New Zealand

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Franz Josef: Kiwi VIP Backstage Pass Tour -Booking Essential

  • Activity duration is 45 minutes45m
    45m
  • English
Price details
€49.54 x 1 Adult€49.54
Total
Price is €49.54
Until Wed, 30 Sept

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Personal guided VIP Backstage Pass Tours (4 times a day) - Maximum of 8 people on each tour.
  • Inclusions
    10am,12pm,2pm,4pm -7 days.
  • Inclusions
    Entry ticket to the main attraction included in your ticket
  • Inclusions
    Go behind the scenes to see the largest kiwi incubation and hatching facility on the South Island
  • Inclusions
    Go behind the scenes to see live Tuatara in the Tuatara Encounter
  • Inclusions
    Learn about the Franz Josef Glacier
  • Inclusions
    See exciting wildlife films and learn about removing predators from the wild.
  • Inclusions
    Access to a well-stocked retail shop
  • Inclusions
    The very best coffee in Franz Josef
  • Exclusions
    Transport to/from the attraction
  • Exclusions
    Meals and drinks (other than specified)
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Flash photography
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 5 years, Hearing-impaired people, People with animal allergies, Wheelchair users
    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Visit the West Coast Wildlife Centre in Franz Josef, the largest kiwi incubation and hatching facility on the South Island. Explore the indoor visitor attraction and see the rarest of the five kiwi species and book your VIP fully guided tour.

    Discover the public/private partnership with The Department of Conservation. Learn about the facility's owner, Richard Benton, a conservationist who purchased a large modern building in Franz Josef to create an all-weather visitor attraction with an indoor Tuatara, kiwi incubation, and hatching facility.

    Set aside 40 minutes for your guided tour and up to 2 hours for a visit. Encounter the world-class Tuatara encounter and see the well-stocked retail shop. Enjoy the best barista made coffee in Franz Josef.

Location

Activity location

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    • Franz Josef Town
    • Franz Josef Town, West Coast Region, New Zealand

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • 31 Cron Street, Franz Josef / Waiau 7886, New Zealand | Come to the ticketing counter inside the West Coast Wildlife Centre.
    • Franz Josef / Waiau, West Coast Region, New Zealand