Private Tour
Guided Tour at Pukorokoro Shorebird Centre
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Join our knowledgeable guide on a captivating journey along the unique Shorebird Coast.
We will peer into the often-overlooked ecosystem within an estuary and gaze across the geology that has created this sanctuary. Let us introduce you to the world of the manu/shorebirds that live in these areas, their incredible migrations and the challenges they face.
Whether you're a bird enthusiast, nature lover, or someone passionate about conservation, this tour promises a memorable and educational experience in the heart of one of New Zealand's coastal ecosystems.
- Use a telescope to see thousands of shorebirds in their natural habitat
- Explore an internationally significant wetland
- Learn about the incredible migration of the kuaka
- Support an organisation committed to conservation
- Comfortable accommodation available for overnight stays to enhance your experience
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for travelers with very limited mobility
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will walk around the reserve and to the bird hides to see thousands of shorebirds.
What‘s Included
Guided walking tour of the Robert Findlay Wildlife Reserve
Use of telescopes
(You can refill bottles at the Centre)
(We can recommend local eateries)
Options
Guided Tour at Pukorokoro Shorebird Centre
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I enjoyed it so much I stayed for two days.
Sightsee55521521076,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a fantastic place to visit. Visually stunning and so interesting to identify all the birds here. I recommend the guided tour with the friendly and experienced guides to get the most out of your visit. They also provide good value accommodation (self contained or dormitory style) that has everything you need for a comfortable stay. I only intended to stay for one day but enjoyed it so much I stayed for two.
Awesome place to watch and photograph shorebirds!
mcarion,Feb 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great place to watch and photograph shorebirds. The great gathering of Oystercatchers, Godwits and Wrybills was phenomenal.
Wry billed or godwit?
AlexWeka,Jan 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00High recommend the paid tours. Informative and passionate guides, so you know if you are looking a wry billed or godwit. Tours are timed for the tides so the birds will be in. Thanks for the wonderful day. Do bring binoculars if you have them.
Another wonderful visit!
andreapX3860FS,Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a wonderful three days enjoying the mighty godwits and redknots. Saw other amazing migrators. Joined the Saturday guided tour which was relaxed, informative and enlightening. Thank you Trudy! On site experts are always helpful and informative and go out of their way to help you get the most of your visit. Bird scopes are made available to help you see the birds up close and pwrsonal. This is a magical birding location allowing close observations. Stayed at the Pukorokoro Shorebird Centre which is ideally situated to explore this idealic, pastoral location in between beautiful hills overlooking the Coromandel. Looking forward to my next visit.
Phenomenal experience, mind blowing birds!
calluma1234,Oct 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic! The team at Miranda are extremely passionate and knowledgeable, and we learned heaps. The extraordinary migration journeys of these birds are hard to comprehend, and seeing thousands of bar-tailed godwits in one spot, along with the diversity of shorebird species present, is a sight to behold. Highly recommended!
Fantastic, friendly and informative
AlexY 13,Sep 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic tour guide, Chelsea, who was very friendly and knowledgeable about everything. She answered all our questions and shared lots of interesting facts about the birds we saw. I highly recommend this tour for anyone interested in shorebirds or just looking for something different to do.
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