Town Belt Forest
500 hectares of green space
Explore Wellington's historic Town Belt, set aside when the city was established in 1839 and now an important green corridor through the capital.
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Wellington isn't just a city surrounded by nature — nature is woven into the city itself.
With steep green hills, a deep blue harbour, a rugged southern coastline and extensive reserves, more than two-thirds of Wellington's urban area is green space, making it one of the greenest capital cities in the world.
Discover the remarkable story of a capital becoming wilder again — where native forests survive within the city, rare birds are returning and communities are working to restore Wellington's natural heritage.
A CITY BECOMING WILD AGAIN
On this private experience, Grant connects Wellington's forests, coastline, gardens and wildlife conservation into one fascinating story. You'll see how the city's green spaces provide habitat and corridors for native species — and how Wellington's ambitious predator-control movement is helping bring native wildlife back.
From the historic Town Belt and wild South Coast to Otari-Wilton's Bush and the world-leading Zealandia ecosanctuary, discover the people, places and projects helping Wellington become a city where nature can thrive.
DISCOVER WILD WELLINGTON
Explore Wellington's historic Town Belt, set aside when the city was established in 1839 and now an important green corridor through the capital.
Travel around Wellington's rugged southern coastline, with spectacular views, ancient geology and the wild waters of Cook Strait.
Discover remnants of pre-European forest, towering native trees and an extraordinary fern collection at New Zealand's only entirely native botanic garden.
Experience the world's first fully fenced urban ecosanctuary and learn how it helped inspire Wellington's internationally recognised conservation movement.
Hear how communities, landowners and conservation groups are working towards the ambitious goal of making Wellington predator free by 2030.
Finish among the beautiful landscapes of Wellington Botanic Garden, including its magnificent century-old Lady Norwood Rose Garden.
PRIVATE TOUR PRICING
All prices are NZD. GST is shown separately.
Approx. 7 hours · 9:30am only
| Guests | Price (NZD) |
|---|---|
| Per Person | $300 |
Taxes are included in the price shown.
Taxes are included in the prices shown.
Includes: Zealandia admission and lunch at Rātā Café.
Approx. 4 hours · 9:30am or 1:00pm
| Guests | Price (NZD) |
|---|---|
| Per Person | $450 |
Taxes are included in the price shown.
Taxes are included in the prices shown.
Not included: Lunch and Zealandia admission. Zealandia is viewed externally during the drive.
THE WILD SIDE OF WELLINGTON
Choose the complete full-day experience or the four-hour essential tour and see why Wellington's natural environment is such a vital part of the capital's identity.
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