Nature & Eco
You are spoilt for choice when it comes to Nature & Eco activities to do in New Zealand. The waters are abundant with marine life and the cliffs are packed with sea birds. Many tour operators offer the change to see the wildlife close up such as via kayak and are tours are always led by passionate, knowledgeable guides.
5 Nature & Eco Companies in NZ
Regenerative tours supporting conservation work
Pohatu Penguins (Christchurch)
Pohatu Penguins is a regenerative business with 35+ years of history advocating and funding for the protection of little penguin on the family farm with now 900 breeding pairs living there.
- Discover Canterbury’s unique variant of little penguins-the White-flippered penguin
- Variety of tours inc penguin tour, overnight packages & hike & kayak combo
Forest of Ruru
Find your inner caveman and forage for wild food on a day out in the native forest. Overnight deep forest camping also available.
EcoWorld Picton Aquarium
Run by knowledgeable staff who will help you discover some of NZs best native species such as the Little Blue Penguin & Tuatara.
Farewell Spit Eco Tours
Explore this special place, where you can view the historic lighthouse & explore its intriguing nature reserve.
Elm Wildlife Tours
Wildlife tours on the Otago Peninsula with unrivalled close-up viewing of penguins, sea lions & fur seals.