Okarito is a hidden gem in New Zealand, teeming with natural beauty. Explore the expansive Okarito lagoon, wetlands, and rainforest waterways with our guided tours, immersing yourself in New Zealand's largest unaltered wetland.
$125
Okarito - untouched by time.
Southern Alps are a stunning backdrop.
Kotuku - Great White Herons.
A "kotuku" resting in the reeds.
Southern Alps from far up in the Okarito waterways.
The boat is a great platform for photography.
A kotuku catching its meal.
The long distance godwit visits from Alaska & Siberia, alongside a stilt.
The Okarito Wharf.
Okarito lagoon - one of New Zealand's most biodiverse areas - majestic.
Okarito - untouched by time.
Southern Alps are a stunning backdrop.
Kotuku - Great White Herons.
A "kotuku" resting in the reeds.
Southern Alps from far up in the Okarito waterways.
The boat is a great platform for photography.
A kotuku catching its meal.
The long distance godwit visits from Alaska & Siberia, alongside a stilt.
The Okarito Wharf.
Okarito lagoon - one of New Zealand's most biodiverse areas - majestic.
Okarito - untouched by time.
Southern Alps are a stunning backdrop.
Kotuku - Great White Herons.
A "kotuku" resting in the reeds.
Southern Alps from far up in the Okarito waterways.
The boat is a great platform for photography.
A kotuku catching its meal.
The long distance godwit visits from Alaska & Siberia, alongside a stilt.
The Okarito Wharf.
Okarito lagoon - one of New Zealand's most biodiverse areas - majestic.
Mount Cook and Tasman backdrops to the wetlands of Okarito and a great white heron viewing site.
Okarito lagoon and the Southern Alps
Royal spoonbills along the Okarito river
Majestic Kotuku - great white heron chasing it's prey.
Hosts Paula & Swade serve up morning tea.
Photography charters available.
Amazing reflections on clear days - the stunning West Coast of the South Island.
Tranquil rainforest waterways of Okarito.
Heading out on a calm day - reflections spectacular on days like this.
About
Your hosts, Paula and Swade, share their passion for the sights, sounds, and stories of the expansive Okarito lagoon and rainforest waterways. At over 3,000 hectares, this pristine ecosystem is NZ's largest intact wetland, from the sea to the mountains. Encounter diverse birdlife thriving in both fresh and saltwater habitats. From tiny dotterels to hardy godwits journeying from Alaska, majestic great white herons, and unique royal spoonbills, there's a plethora of species. On clear days, with the snow-capped Southern Alps and Franz Josef Glacier in the background, your camera will be indispensable.With endless rainforest, birds and tranquil waterways, Okarito Boat EcoTours offer an unforgettable journey through this breathtaking landscape.
Location
31 Wharf Street, West Coast, Ōkārito, New ZealandThings to See & Do
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