Napier Gannet Tour

Overland Tours To The Gannet Colony

A 4WD stopped on a stony farm track above the sea cliffs with the dense white gannet colony of Cape Kidnappers beyond.

Two tours, side by side on price and length. Starting prices run from $55 to $56.23.

Two guided overland tours run to the Cape Kidnappers gannet colony, each about 3 hours and priced per person from $55.00 to $56.23. Both meet at 396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga. Neither tour includes hotel pickup in its price: the Meet at Base tour offers it as a paid add-on at booking, the Lowest Price tour has none. The colony is wild, and weather decides what each day allows.

Common Questions

What Do The Standard Overland Tours Cost?

Each tour is priced per person, and neither price changes with group size. The 3-Hour Tour, Meet at Base starts at $56.23, and the 3-Hour Tour, Lowest Price starts at $55.00. Both can be cancelled free of charge.

How Long Is Each Tour?

Both tours run about 3 hours, and both meet at 396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga. Hotel pickup can be added at booking on Meet at Base only; it is unavailable on Lowest Price. Meet at Base uses an air-conditioned minivan, while Lowest Price uses comfortable air-conditioned transport. The colony is wild, so weather on the day shapes how the time is spent.

What Is Included And What Should I Check Before Booking?

The Meet at Base tour includes coffee and/or tea and other beverages; the Lowest Price tour includes light refreshments. Both tours can be cancelled free of charge. Tours are weather dependent and the colony is wild, so check conditions on the day; no sightings or bird numbers are promised.

How Do I Choose Between The Two Tours?

The Meet at Base tour has a 4.9 rating from 1,052 reviews; the Lowest Price tour has a 4.8 rating from 378 reviews. Want pickup built in? The $56.23 Meet at Base tour lets you add hotel pickup as an option at booking; otherwise make your own way to 396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga. The $55 tour does not include hotel pickup. Neither tour is offered to cruise passengers.

Compare The Two Tours Side By Side

TourLengthFromRating
3-Hour Tour, Meet at Base3 hours$56.23 per person★ 4.9 (1,052)
3-Hour Tour, Lowest Price3 hours$55 per person★ 4.8 (378)

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