A SAFE HAVEN FOR NATIVE WILDLIFE AND THE CLOSEST WILDLIFE SANCTUARY TO PICTONVertical Divider
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Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary was created in 2005 to protect and enhance our unique New Zealand wildlife. The Sanctuary is located at the head of Picton harbour in Queen Charlotte Sound.
As a 'mainland island' the Sanctuary is separated from the mainland by a predator proof fence, with public access via a jetty in Dolphin Bay. Simply catch a water taxi from the Picton foreshore, visit with your own boat or you even kayak there. You will feel like you are a million miles away from the town, yet it only takes 10 mins by boat. Allow an hour and a half to leisurely walk around the 2.7 kilometre track. Experience stunning views of the inner Marlborough Sounds, the mix of new and old growth forest and bird watching aplenty. We love to hear from you so please share your experiences on our Facebook page and TripAdvisor listing. There is no cost to visit the Sanctuary, however we do have a donation box at the start of the track. For more information please visit our shop in Mariners Mall. We recommend wearing good walking shoes, bringing your own water and refreshments. There are no rubbish bins on the Sanctuary so please take any rubbish out with you and dogs are not allowed. |
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Kaipupu Wildlife Sanctuary is used as a creche site for Rowi kiwi. This year we have ten chicks who are learning to live in the wild before being returned to their home in the Okarito forests.
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