Toyota Kiwi Guardian sites in the North Island

Introduction

Find Toyota Kiwi Guardian sites in the North Island.

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Northland

Kiwi Guardians at Pukenui Forest

Escape the city as you cross through lush farmlands into this beautiful native forest. This iconic feature of the Whangārei landscape offers a moderately difficult, but enjoyable walk through stunning native bush that is home to many precious native species.

Kiwi Guardians at Smugglers Bay Loop Track

With coastal forest, spectacular views and WWII gun emplacements as well - there is plenty to see on this short, easy walk.

Auckland

Coromandel

Kiwi Guardians at Kauaeranga Valley

Kauaeranga Valley has it all - camping, walking and tramping, swimming and more!

Waikato

Kiwi Guardians at Lake Rotopiko

Where in the world can you play eels and ladders or mudfish scrabble? At Lake Rotopiko of course!

Kiwi Guardians at Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari

Experience an ancient, vibrant pest-free forest - alive with native wildlife including many of New Zealand’s rarest and most endangered insects, birds and fish.

Kiwi Guardians at Wairēinga/Bridal Veil Falls

See the 55 m Wairēinga/Bridal Veil Falls from both the top and the bottom.

Bay of Plenty

Kiwi Guardians at Karangahake Windows Walk

The Karangahake Windows Walk is temporarily closed.

Kiwi Guardians at Okere Falls

Follow the Okere River as is cascades between narrow, steep ravines to enter the tranquil waters of Trout Pool.

East Coast

Kiwi Guardians at Gray's Bush Scenic Reserve

Immerse yourself in a ‘living museum’, a small remnant of what use to be, before the Gisborne plains were changed forever.

Kiwi Guardians at Okitu Bush Scenic Reserve

Explore this urban oasis with native bush and birds.

Kiwi Guardians at Te Tapuwae o Rongokako Marine Reserve

Discover a wealth of marine life up close in a protected environment in Te Tapuwae o Rongokako (“the footprint of Rongokako”.)

Central North Island

Kiwi Guardians at Lake Rotopounamu

Combine a walk to a beautiful lake with a picnic and maybe even a swim.

Kiwi Guardians at Taupō Spa Park

Spa Park is Taupō’s largest park and has a wide variety of family-friendly features.

Kiwi Guardians at Tongariro National Trout Centre

Something fishy is going on here, but you’ll have to drop in to see! Step into our freshwater paradise and frolic with our fascinating friends - native fish, trout and even whio.

Kiwi Guardians at Waipahihi Botanical Gardens

The Waipahihi Botanical Gardens are a piece of paradise close to Taupō town centre. Walking tracks take you through beautiful native bush and forest trees as well as flowering plants from faraway lands.

Kiwi Guardians at Wharewaka Hikoi

Wharewaka to Waipahihi hikoi is a fantastic journey along the shore of Lake Taupō. Be amazed by the natural environment and amenities to cater for all age groups and abilities.

Taranaki

Kiwi Guardians at Brooklands Zoo

We may not be the largest zoo in New Zealand but at Brooklands Zoo we really pack some punch with our diverse range of species.

Kiwi Guardians at Dawson Falls

Go through the mysterious goblin forest and discover trees with antifreeze leaves! And if you’re really keen, tramp to the swing bridge high above the river for awesome views!

Kiwi Guardians at North Egmont

See four volcanoes, adventure through the goblin forest, visit the oldest building in a National Park - what tales would it tell?

Kiwi Guardians at Ratapihipihi Scenic Reserve

Explore subtropical rainforest with amazing native trees. Find out what makes the pukatea tree so special. Guess how old the biggest nikau palm is. Look for fish splashing in the river.

Kiwi Guardians at Rotokare Scenic Reserve

Are you ready for an adventure? Rotokare is a Taranaki treasure just waiting to be discovered. Find a weta, spot the native fish and discover the secrets of this special place.

Manawatu/Whanganui

Kiwi Guardians at Gordon Park Scenic Reserve

A hidden patch of forest so close to Whanganui! Cool off in the shade of the tall trees and see what you can discover. Enjoy the short walking track and see how many types of plants you can name.

Kiwi Guardians at Alice Nash Memorial Heritage Lodge

Learn about early logging history and see some breathtaking views on this adventure to Alice Nash Memorial Heritage Lodge.

Kiwi Guardians at Bruce Park

Robert Cunningham Bruce, an early conservationist gifted several patches of forest and this is one of them – good on ya Bruce! Check out the mighty trees – is that a bellbird up there? Stay until dark for a chance to see long tailed bats, yes bats!

Kiwi Guardians at Manawatu Estuary

Visit the largest estuary in the lower North Island. It's home to a diverse range of birds, and is popular for fishing and whitebaiting too!

Kiwi Guardians at Papaitonga Scenic Reserve

From coastal wetland that's home to waterfowl and wading birds, to mature, dry terrace forest – Papaitonga Scenic Reserve is a rare habitat and there's lots to see!

Kiwi Guardians at Te Apiti - Manawatu Gorge

An adventure thousands of years in the making! Manawatu Gorge was made when the river carved out a route through a mountain range. Now it's a great place to spot kārearea, glow worms at night, and kōura in the stream. You might even find a perfect hiding spot in a hollow totara!

Kiwi Guardians on the Atene Skyline Track

Walk around the bend! Hundreds of years ago Puketapu Hill stood at the end of a long narrow-necked peninsula, forcing the river to flow in almost a complete circle around it. Get your boots on and check it out!

Hawke’s Bay

Kiwi Guardians at Ahuriri Estuary

Over 70 species of waterbirds feed and nest in this estuary! Many of these birds, like the godwit/kuaka, knot and golden plover fly all the way here from the northern hemisphere to enjoy a well deserved holiday in the sun.

Kiwi Guardians at Boundary Stream

Ancient trees, raucous birds, Hawke’s Bays highest waterfall – Boundary Stream has got it all! Arrive earlier to hear the incredible dawn chorus or stay late to hear dusk chorus. Bring your togs if you want to swim in the pool under the waterfall (you’d be mad not to!).

Kiwi Guardians at Opouahi/Panpac Kiwi Crèche

Behind a predator-proof fence lies an idylic bush clad lake. Go through the ingeniously designed gate, which stops pesky pests sneaking in but still allows for kayaks.

Kiwi Guardians at White Pine Bush Scenic Reserve

Enter the strange land of giant moths, plants that sting, Nīkau palms and ancient kahikatea trees. The trees are full of singing birds, the streams are full of water creatures - imagine what it was like when much of New Zealand looked like this.

Wairarapa

Kiwi Guardians at Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre

Discover New Zealand's unique wildlife and learn about them in daily ranger talks and feeds.

Wellington/Kapiti

Kiwi Guardians at Battle Hill Farm Forest Park

Combine past and present at Battle Hill Forest Park - visit the site of one of the last battles in the region between Maori and early colonial forces, where traditional hill country farming, forestry, recreation and environmental restoration now blend.

Kiwi Guardians at Catchpool Valley

This pleasant and easy walk begins below the car park area, just beyond the bridge across Catchpool Stream. It leads upstream through a nikau grove and mature podocarp/broadleaf forest to another bridge and the Ōrongorongo Track.

Kiwi Guardians at Kaitoke Regional Park

Explore our ancient rainforest with it’s 1,000 year old trees. Discover the real location of Rivendell, a refuge and rallying place for elves in the The Lord of the Rings movies.

Kiwi Guardians at Ngā Manu Nature Reserve

Discover the wonders of our native flora and fauna at this idyllic bird sanctuary - explore Kapiti’s precious ancient forest remnant and look out for tui, bellbird, fantail, grey warbler and kereru; spot the kiwi and tuatara in their enclosures; get up close to kaka, kea and kākāriki in the walk-through aviaries.

Kiwi Guardians at Otari-Wilton's Bush

Explore a forest reserve that is the only public botanic garden in New Zealand dedicated solely to native plants. It's only 5 km from Wellington’s city centre.

Kiwi Guardians at Pāuatahanui Wildlife Reserve

The reserve is the most significant saltmarsh in the lower North Island, containing a variety of vegetation from tidal mudflats to coastal forest. The area is home to many native plants and birds - you might even see some mud crabs!

Kiwi Guardians at Staglands Wildlife Reserve

Connect with friendly animals, native birds and natural beauty - meet piglets, goats, rabbits and deer. There’s a a trout and eel pool too! Don’t forget to bring your togs!

Kiwi Guardians at Taputeranga Marine Reserve

This reserve is only 6 km from Wellington's city centre. It's very accessible and offers snorkelling, diving and walking opportunities.

Kiwi Guardians at Wellington Botanic Garden

The paved paths are just the beginning at Wellington Botanic Garden. As a Kiwi Guardian discover new paths and hidden surprises.

Kiwi Guardians at Wellington Zoo

Get up close to native and exotic wildlife at New Zealand's first zoo. Explore Wellington Zoo's love story to New Zealand, venture into an Aussie backyard, or even look eye to eye with a giraffe!

Kiwi Guardians at Whareroa Farm Reserve

Venture through this old, but still working, sheep and beef farm and recreation reserve for stunning views of the Kapiti landscape, to see restoration work in action and learn about the local wildlife.

Kiwi Guardians at ZEALANDIA Te Māra a Tāne

Visit the world’s first fully-fenced urban ecosanctuary - discover the 18 species of native wildlife that have been reintroduced into the area, 6 of which were previously absent from mainland New Zealand for over 100 years!

Kiwi Guardians on Matiu/Somes Island

Matiu/Somes Island, known as Matiu to Maori, has long a pre-European history dating back to Kupe. Discover native wildlife, visit the lighthouse and WWII bunkers for a journey back in time, and meet the local sheep on the island’s farm.

Toyota Kiwi Guardian sites in the North Island

Introduction

Northland

Auckland

Coromandel

Waikato

Bay of Plenty

East Coast

Central North Island

Taranaki

Manawatu/Whanganui

Hawke’s Bay

Wairarapa

Wellington/Kapiti

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