Canterbury Natural Wildlife

Coastal and mountain experiences combine to make Canterbury a place where there's something for every traveller. Here you'll find many worlds within one region.

Experience New Zealand wildlife, Kiwi and other native birds and animals up close with a Canterbury, New Zealand, natural wildlife experience. See endangered species and animals in their habitats.

Select natural wildlife in Canterbury, New Zealand, from the list below. Alternatively select a different Canterbury area.

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WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

Just 15 minutes from Christchurch, you'll find a world of fascination and knowledge. Our New Zealand experience brings you face to face with many of New Zealand's native and introduced animals. Our kiwis can be viewed in New Zealand's largest nocturnal house—by day. Night kiwi viewing outside, under the stars...(more)

Phone

+64 3 359 6226

Address

60 Hussey Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

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ALBATROSS ENCOUNTER - Kaikoura

Kaikoura has the greatest number of different seabirds in a small area. View these birds in their natural environment. These include albatross, petrels, shearwaters, terns, shags and gulls. Experience the sensation of getting close to the mighty albatross, one of the world's largest flight birds...(more)

Phone

+64 3 319 6777

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0800 733 365 (only within NZ)

Address

96 Esplanade, Kaikoura, New Zealand

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KAIKOURA WILDERNESS WALKS - Kaikoura

The new Kaikoura Wilderness Walkway offers a comfortable two-day, quality, guided hiking experience with lodge accommodation as impressive as the surroundings! Shearwater Lodge is new and provides high standard of accommodation. Your personal luggage is transported ahead so you are free to relax and take in the magnificent alpine environment and views...(more)

Phone

+64 3 319 6966

Toll Free

0800 945 337 (only within NZ)

Address

PO Box 177, Kaikoura, New Zealand
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TUSSOCK AND BEECH ECOTOURS - Staveley, Canterbury

Our guided nature tours provide an unforgettable experience of a clean, green, pure New Zealand landscape. Enter three different conservation areas in a remote and beautiful part of Canterbury, New Zealand on our nature tours. See New Zealand nature at its best...(more)

Phone

+64 3 303 0880

Address

Staveley, RD 1, Ashburton 8300, South Island, New Zealand

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WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

Just 15 minutes from Christchurch, you'll find a world of fascination and knowledge. Our New Zealand experience brings you face to face with many of New Zealand's native and introduced animals. Our kiwis can be viewed in New Zealand's largest nocturnal house—by day. Night kiwi viewing outside, under the stars...(more)

Phone

+64 3 359 6226

Address

60 Hussey Road, Christchurch, New Zealand

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Kelceys Bush Farmyard Holiday Park - Waimate, South Canterbury
A piece of paradise! Just over two hours drive south from Christchurch, on the short route to Queenstown. Tent sites, powered sites, cabins and tourist flats in a unique setting. Bush walks, farm animals, BBQ and camping. Nocturnal bushwalk. A place to enjoy for all, young and old but a true haven for children...(more)