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Start: Napier iSite
Location: Napier
Travel Time: 4 hours

A Four-Hour Wildlife Safari for Cruise Passengers

Cape Kidnappers Station, rolling farmland, riverbeds and high coastal cliffs shape this four-hour shore excursion from Napier. Air-conditioned 4WD vehicles travel overland to the gannet colony, with several scenic stops and wide views across Hawke’s Bay.

The route reaches within metres of the colony, so no long walk is required. Local guides share information about the landscape, wildlife and station throughout the journey, while time at the plateau allows guests to watch and photograph the gannets at close range. Tea, coffee and a biscuit are provided during the tour.

Tour Highlights

  • View the gannets from only metres away
  • No long walk to reach the colony
  • Cross farmland, riverbeds and rolling station country
  • Stop at a cliff-top Hawke’s Bay viewpoint
  • Travel through privately accessed land
  • Cruise-friendly timing and return arrangements
  • Four-hour return shore excursion
  • Guided 4WD journey
  • Cape Kidnappers Gannet Colony visit
  • Scenic stops across Cape Kidnappers Station
  • Local wildlife and station commentary
  • Tea, coffee and a biscuit
  • Return to the Napier cruise shuttle area

What to Bring

  • Comfortable enclosed shoes
  • Warm layers
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Sun hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera or phone
  • Water bottle
  • Personal medication
  • Cruise card
  • Check your reminder email 2 days before departure
  • Tour times may change to match the ship’s schedule
  • Follow the latest meeting instructions on your confirmation
  • Passengers cannot walk out of Napier Port
  • Allow around 15 minutes for the shuttle into Napier
  • Guests must be able to board the vehicle without assistance
  • Tour routes and timings may change for safety or operational reasons
  • Adult: 19 years +
  • Children: 5-18 years
  • Infant: 0-4 years - free of charge, no seat allocation, and must be on lap - only one infant per adult
  • Cancel 48 hours or more before travel: Full refund**
  • Cancel within 48 hours: No refund.

Note: **Any refund approved under our terms and conditions will be subject to a 5% admin & processing fee, which will be deducted from the refund amount. Please see more information on refunds and cancellations in Go New Zealand's terms and conditions.

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