Kiwi Coastal Tours

410 The Esplanade, Island Bay, Wellington 6023, New Zealand

+64 27 252 0099

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Ranked #1 of 14 tours in Wellington

21 Reviews

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Owner description: A trip with Gary and Kiwi Coastal Tours will not disappoint, from the start to the end you will be wanting more.An informal Maori mihi or greeting...... more » Owner description: A trip with Gary and Kiwi Coastal Tours will not disappoint, from the start to the end you will be wanting more.An informal Maori mihi or greeting starts your experience, be prepared for a relaxing no rush journey around Wellington city, around the coast and along secluded beaches,take in the awesome scenic panoramas of Raukawa (Cook strait) and on a fine day views of the south island of New Zealand.Learn about the maori way of life pre-european to the present day,hear about the legends of the land and the way Maori used what nature provide for sustenance and as medicines.Safe off road sojourns are a special delight you will get to visit areas that even the locals rarely get to view, there is so much on offer with Gary and Kiwi Coastal Tours so bring a camera and a smile and Gary will throw in a cuppa tea or coffee at our designated rest area with toilet facilities and an awesome view. Be prepared for an enjoyable three (3) hours. Did I mention the wild animals ? I have a reliable vehicle that transports 5 (five) persons comfortably or 6 (six) at a push. I am a one man operation so you get me and only me. Looking forward to having you share this experience with me. Regards GARY KIEL

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Murray J

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“an afternoon with gary”

Reviewed May 15, 2012

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what a wonderfull way to spend an afternoon,seals,deer,wild boar,fishing and diving for kai moana (food from the sea) with a nz maori perspective on the land and sea.no rushing,stopping for photos or just checking out the views in avery relaxed manor.highly reccomended. More

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Kia ora Murray Thanks for the kind words in your review and so glad the weather was kind for us and the animals were friendly, hope your trip home was a safe one and that you will come back again. Regards Gary More

kiwikulture

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“Wellington unplugged”

Reviewed May 13, 2012

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I am belatedly writing this review, as I left my camera in the hotel i was staying at, but it has since been returned to me. I was very impressed with the service from the first point of contact. I had read some reviews on tripadvisor and wanting to see a bit more of Wellington on my brief trips there... More

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Kia ora Wendy So glad you enjoyed our trip together and thank you for the kind words in your review they are very much appreciated. Na mihi nui ki a koe Gary More

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Oslo, Minnesota

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“Spectacular views right outside of Wellington”

Reviewed May 11, 2012

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Called Gary in the morning and was picked up from my hotel two hours later. The 5 hour trip takes you high and low around the south coast of the North Island. The off road portion of the trip gives great views of the Cook Strait, lets you get up close and personal with the seal colony, and offers some... More

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KIa ora Svend Yes it was a very enjoyable day and a pleasure to showcase a very special part of Aotearoa (New Zealand) . So glad you enjoyed our time together, I hope you return one day. Regards Gary More

Rae1970

Brisbane, Australia

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“Tour of Wellington with a difference...”

Reviewed April 25, 2012

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If you are looking for a tour of Wellington, NZ with a difference, then do yourself a favour and pick Gary and his unique, personal experience of Kiwi Coastal Tours. My partner and I wanted one 'big ticket' item on a recent relaxing 5 days in Wellington and we headed off to the Visitor centre. With seeing the seals high... More

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Kia ora Nic and Rae Sorry for the delay in responding to your kind words of our trip together, I was delighted to share the south coast with you both and especially glad you enjoyed the off road bits. Come back soon and will have heaps more of that action for you. , maybe toss in a few extra caramel... More

travellin_mom18

Bellingham, WA

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“Great tour of the outskirts of Wellington”

Reviewed April 6, 2012

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Gary's description of what he can offer is absolutely accurate. We spent a lovely morning/early afternoon with Gary starting up at Mount Victoria and then out to the coastal and hill country around the city. Gary is personable and provides insightful information regarding Maori history and traditional uses of native plants. The vehicle was very comfortable, the pace was perfect.... More

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Thanks for the great review on tripadvisor it was my pleasure to show you the south coast, I hope the rest of your stay in New Zealand was as enjoyable. Kia ora Gary More

Horstp1958

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“Exelent Tour”

Reviewed March 12, 2012

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It was a highlight of my Wellington Trip. Highly recommended! I booked the tour at thr visitor information Center just After beginnning my sightseeing in Wellington. In this few hours have got a deep iSight in the area of Wellington. Gary starts the Tour at the Top of a Hill. He was Good driver and a Good explanier all the... More

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Thomas P

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“Tour is marvelous and Gary MUST BE your Guide”

Reviewed March 9, 2012

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I've went to the Visitor center and I've asked the lady to book a tour for me at xyz-Tour. They said that they don't do this tour with just one person and so she tried to arrange a tour for me with Gary. Gary does this (even for just 1) AND THIS WAS MY LUCK. Gary picked me up the... More

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Kia ora Thomas Thanks for the great review its always a pleasure to show off the south coast and so glad that you enjoyed the day thanks also for the awesum photos and keep in touch.. Keep safe Thomas Regards Gary More

ClaudiaSilva

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand

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“Beautiful scenery with good information”

Reviewed February 16, 2012

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Gary was really friendly and took us to one of the most beautiful sceneries anyone could wish for. We were lucky with the weather and to find a couple of seals sun bathing. I'm already planning to do it again in winter because it should be even more impressive. Gary also gives you some interesting information on Maori culture and... More

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Kia ora Claudia and Lilia Thank you for the kind words about our recent trip along and around the south coast, so glad that you both enjoyed the day (and the Choc brownie). Look forward to seeing you again. Regards Gary Kiel More

ratzr

Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada

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“Make sure you go for a tour with Gary if you are in Wellington...IT IS A MUST!”

Reviewed February 14, 2012

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A tour with Gary should be on everyone's 'must do' list when they are in Wellington. It was very relaxing, fun, and informative. You get to see some spectacular views and learn about the culture. Keep an eye out for a seal, and possibly some other wildlife. Great value for the money, much better than any of the other coastal... More

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Kia ora Ryan Thanks for the awesome review and so glad that you enjoyed our trip and on a great day. Hope things are going well for you and hope to see you back real soon and take you up on that fishing trip. Regards Gary Kiel More

JanettaDavies

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“A real must for anyone who wants to see remote parts of the coast”

Reviewed February 10, 2012

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This is very good value for a reasonable price - a truly excellent guide, sensitive to individual interests in a small group, a noticing sort of person! We saw so much that we would never have seen if we had tried to explore on our own. We are both much travelled people, and not easily impressed, but we were bowled... More

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Thank You Jan and Chris for your wonderful review of Kiwi Coastal Tours it was really nice to have your company and I am so glad that you enjoyed the experience that is the South Coast. Thanks to Chris for his wonderful knowledge of thing geological . Bless you both Regards Gary Kiel More