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Waiorua Bay is the northern entry point for Kapiti Island guided tours and overnight stays. It features coastal tracks, marine wildlife, and the Kapiti Nature Lodge.
Most guided tours and overnight experiences land at Waiorua Bay. The ferry crossing from Paraparaumu Beach takes 15 minutes.
This area provides a mix of coastal shrubland and marine reserve shoreline. It serves as the base for the island's only accommodation and fully catered day tours.
1-2 hoursClosed June-August
This lodge serves as the base for overnight guests and fully guided tour groups. It offers chef-prepared meals and genuine Māori hospitality. The facility closes for annual maintenance during June, July, and August.
1.5 hours returnSeabirds and raptors
This gentle track leads to a western cliff-top lookout. It overlooks a lagoon that hosts a variety of seabirds. Watch for raptors circling the cliffs, and stay safely back from the edges.
45 minutes returnMarine wildlife spotting
This coastal shoreline walk traces the rugged edges of the Kapiti Marine Reserve. You walk directly along the shoreline. Keep an eye on the water for occasional sightings of seals, orca, or little blue penguins.
