Kapiti Island Nature Reserve

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Got this shot while we were on the way to Wintopia in Wellington. Shot this video as part of the trip https://youtu.be/9SW2zJH2k7g
Got this shot while we were on the way to Wintopia in Wellington. Shot this video as part of the trip https://youtu.be/9SW2zJH2k7g
Kapiti Island a nature reserve, approximately 1 hour drive away from Wellington. You can get a ferry there for $75, which includes the DOC access pass. If you are making your own way there (eg kayak) you must apply for a DOC pass. It's our favourite reserve in New Zealand so far
Kapiti Island is an hour north of Wellington, New Zealand and one of the original nature reserves and bird sanctuaries here. Many go as a day trip but you can overnight on the island and go on walks looking for the endangered Kiwi, New Zealand's emblem. They are nocturnal so it's one of the best ways to see them in the wild and now you can even try glamping!

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Amethyst Court Motorlodge

Amethyst Court Motorlodge

3 out of 5
5 Titahi Bay Road Porirua
Stay at this motel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Plimmerton ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (424 reviews)
Helpful reception staff, quiet room

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

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Harbour View Apartment

Harbour View Apartment

2 out of 5
5 Bowlers Wharf Ln Porirua Wellington Region
The price is CA $88 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
CA $88
CA $101 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (7 reviews)
Midnight check in no issues. Room clean and staff great.

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

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Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge

3 out of 5
33 Amohia Street, (State Highway One) Paraparaumu
The price is CA $125 per night from Mar 3 to Mar 4
CA $125
CA $144 total
Mar 3 - Mar 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (438 reviews)
Room very clean

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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Raumati Sands Resort

Raumati Sands Resort

4 out of 5
4-8 Matatua Road, Raumati Beach Paraparaumu Wellington
Stay at this aparthotel in Paraparaumu. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Coastlands Shoppingtown and Paraparaumu Beach ...
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Historic brick stables

Historic brick stables

Otaki Otaki
Stay at this cottage in Otaki. Enjoy a garden, in-room fireplaces, and sun loungers. Popular attractions Otaki Museum and Otaki River Walks are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (503 reviews)
Great little spot! Would definitely stay here again. Very private surrounded by bush and wildlife. Would love to sat in winter and have the fire going.

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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The Plimmerton Beach House

The Plimmerton Beach House

Porirua Wellington
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Porirua. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Plimmerton Beach and The Cricket ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (40 reviews)
The location on the beach was perfect, loved watching everyone walking their dogs. The cabin is older but very comfortable, plenty of room for family, good location to restaurants and grocery just up the road. Quiet area, it is right by the railroad tracks and there’s several commuter trains that ...

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

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