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West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass

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The true Home of the Kiwi in New Zealand, the **West Coast Wildlife Centre** on NZ's South Island is an essential stop on any holiday itinerary in the region looking for an authentic New Zealand experience! Of all the five different species of Kiwi, the Wildlife Centre is home to the rarest - the Rowi and the Haast Tokoeka - which have become endangered due to a combination of predators and habitat destruction. See these extremely cute birds face to face, all within a beautiful natural setting that encapsulates the best possible combination of New Zealand's famous flora and fauna. The West Coast Wildlife Centre also rekindles the cultural aspect of the region, bringing to life stories of the West Coast's original inhabitants that range from the distant past evolution of Franz Josef Glacier through to more modern times with the inception of hunting and gold-mining. Grab a ticket to this great facility and see New Zealand's icon on full display at the West Coast Wildlife Centre!
- From Christchurch International Airport follow the signs to Arthurs Pass and the West Coast
- Travel through Hokitika and you will find us just 90 minutes south of Hokitika on the road down to Haast and Queenstown
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About West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass
About West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass
West Coast Wildlife Centre on New Zealand's South Island is a key destination for those seeking an authentic New Zealand experience. It is home to Rowi and Haast Tokoeka kiwi birds, the rarest species among all five kiwi species. The centre features displays in a beautiful natural setting, while also telling the cultural story of the West Coast region, from the evolution of the Franz Josef Glacier to the present-day era of hunting and gold mining.
Why West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass is a must
Encounter the Rowi and Haast Tokoeka kiwi birds, the rarest and most endangered species, up close in a beautiful natural environment. The centre also comprehensively presents the cultural and historical stories of the West Coast region.
Top things to do at West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass
Visit and observe the Rowi and Haast Tokoeka kiwi birds, the rarest kiwi species. Displays within the centre allow visitors to learn about the evolutionary story of the Franz Josef Glacier and the local history of hunting and gold mining.
How to get to West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass
From Christchurch International Airport, follow signs to Arthurs Pass and the West Coast. Then travel through Hokitika, and you will find West Coast Wildlife Centre approximately 90 minutes south of Hokitika, on the route down to Haast and Queenstown.
Location of West Coast Wildlife Centre Day Pass
West Coast Wildlife Centre is located approximately 90 minutes south of Hokitika, on the route down to Haast and Queenstown on New Zealand's South Island.