Go deep into Whirinaki Forest on a bird-watching tour that explores birding sites around the Bay of Plenty. Using the provided binoculars and a spotting scope will maximize your odds of spotting some of New Zealand’s rare birds in their natural habitat, and with help from a conservationist guide, you'll have the chance to identify everything from miromiro to yellow-crowned karkariri.
Visit a series of birding destinations for even greater bird diversity
See native forest at the edge of the Bay of Plenty
Stay energized for bird watching with an included lunch
Convenient pickup and drop-off at selected hotels
What's Included
National Park fees
Lunch
Driver/guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Transport by private vehicle
Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
09:00 AM
Pickup details
We will pick up in Rotorua or Tauranga, usually 9.00am pick ups.
What To Expect
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Minimum age is 18 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Not wheelchair accessible
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
If you want to learn about birds in NZ, Tom is your guy. We had an epic adventure blasting around the North Island getting all the inside knowledge. Highly recommend Tom for your next birding trip.