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8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

You get to have your own dedicated Driver/Guide and 'Memory Creator' for your entire tour.

Enjoy an 8-hour private tour from Wellington capturing the best the Kapiti Coast has to offer.

We take in the majestic vista from the top of Paekakariki Hill, visit the memorial to the American Marines of World War 2 at Queen Elizabeth Park, visit Southwards Car Museum housing a collection of over 400 vehicles, lunch at a popular Waikanae Beach restaurant, view native birdlife at Nga Manu Wildlife Centre and finish our afternoon sampling delectable Gelato.

What's Included

  • Lunch Includes 1 glass of wine, beer or other beverage.
  • Bottled water Bottled New Zealand spring water.
  • Private transportation
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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CRUISE PASSENGERS - Please note the following important information:Pick up Wellington cruise port terminal, Aotea Quay: We will meet you on the Port at the Independent Tour Operators Pick Up Point. Please note the Port has limited shelter so we recommend waiting until the first rush of visitors has gone through. In the case of bad weather, it will also make your disembarkation more pleasant.DO NOT catch the bus to the Wellington i-SITE. Stay at the port.Disembarkation Directions: • When you disembark, please walk past the buses to the Independent Tour Operators Pick Up Point. There will be people to direct you. • Your Kaewa Tours Guide will be there holding a sign with your name on it. • Your Kaewa Tours Guide will be wearing an orange or a yellow high vis’ vest.Wellington Railway Station: Pick-ups are from outside the front entrance on Bunny Street.Note: For cruise ship passengers this tour will operate on a slightly reduced itinerary.

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Paekakariki

We drive up to the top of Paekakariki Hill to take in the majestic view over the Kapiti Coast, Kapiti Island, the top of the South Island and on a clear day we may see Mt Taranaki/Egmont and Mt Ruapehu.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Nga Manu Nature Reserve

At Ngā Manu we can view Tuataras up close, take a guided tour with one of the Ngā Manu Guides through the native bird aviaries. Visit the nocturnal house where if you are lucky you may see a Kiwi or 2.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Hey Coastie

We have lunch at one of Waikanae's popular restaurants - Hey Coastie or Long Beach Cafe followed by a visit to Waikanae Beach to view Kāpiti Island and the top of the South Island (on a clear day!).
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Southward Car Museum

We visit the world famous Southwards Car Museum housing a collection of over 400 vehicles, as well as three aircraft. Southwards is one of the largest private motor vehicle collections in the Southern Hemisphere.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

US Marine Memorial in New Zealand

We visit Camp McKay at Paekakariki where the US Marine Corps were based in World War 2 prior to heading up into the Pacific campaign. Here we take a tour of the area with one of the Volunteer Historians who will share what life was like for the American Marines and locals during World War 2.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

Zelati Dessert Cafe (Porirua)

We finish our day with sampling award winning Gelato from Zelati.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 8-Hour Private Scenic Kapiti Coast Tour from Wellington?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (NZDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-301552P6

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What's Included

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  • LunchIncludes 1 glass of wine, beer or other beverage.
  • Bottled waterBottled New Zealand spring water.
  • Private transportation
  • Entry fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Complimentary photos and tour summary emailed to guests after tour
  • Customer gift
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • For children under the age of 7 an approved child restraint seat must be used and be supplied by the customer. If an approved child restraint seat is not available the tour cannot proceed.

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