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Gannet Safaris Overland

168 Reviews
#1 of 10 things to do in Te Awanga
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396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, New Zealand
+64 6-875 0888
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“** MUST DO in the Bay**”

Everything about this trip was excellent, from the friendly staff at the office, to Rob the tour... read more

Reviewed 4 weeks ago
macshonz
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Taranaki Region, New Zealand
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“Day Trip Excursion”

This was an excellent trip by by van that took us through the gorgeous hills up to the gannet... read more

Reviewed 12 December 2017
MG S
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Tour operator - overland tours to Cape Kidnappers, travelling over a working station and thought New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary. Getting to the largest accessible mainland gannet colony in the world - no walking is required.

About Gannet Safaris Overland

Tour operator - overland tours to Cape Kidnappers, travelling over a working station and thought New Zealand's largest privately owned wildlife sanctuary. Getting to the largest accessible mainland gannet colony in the world - no walking is required.
5.0
168 reviews
  • Excellent94%
  • Very good4%
  • Average1%
  • Poor0%
  • Terrible1%
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“golf course” (17 reviews)
“cape kidnappers” (43 reviews)
“amazing birds” (8 reviews)
Suggested Duration: 2-3 hours
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396 Clifton Road, Te Awanga, New Zealand
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+64 6-875 0888
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Reviewed 4 weeks ago via mobile
** MUST DO in the Bay**

Everything about this trip was excellent, from the friendly staff at the office, to Rob the tour driver, the fellow travellers, the weather, the Gannets and even the cuppa at the top. A 40 minute drive in an Air conditioned minivan across privately owned land...More

Thank macshonz
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 3 weeks ago

We love hearing how much people enjoy our trip - its such a special place. A great journey. Cheers

Reviewed 12 December 2017 via mobile
Day Trip Excursion

This was an excellent trip by by van that took us through the gorgeous hills up to the gannet nesting areas perched atop the cliffs overlooking the ocean. I was amazed to find there was thousands of birds nesting! Was certainly worth the drive up!...More

Thank MG S
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 13 December 2017

Thank you for joining our tour. Its such a wonderful time of year to visit seeing all the chicks! Happy holidays!

Reviewed 2 December 2017 via mobile
Best tour ever ... Gannet colony visit

This was simply the best holiday tour that I have ever done. The drive through rolling, sometimes rugged farm countryside was stunning and made even better by the knowledgeable and entertaining commentary provided by Tony, our driver and tour guide. The view on reaching the...More

Thank AndyMac1958
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 3 December 2017

Thanks you for reviewing. The tour is absolutely fantastic and its lovely hearing that you agree! Happy holidays!

Reviewed 18 November 2017
Great tour over farmland to see gannets

We recently did this overland tour to see the fantastic gannet colony. It was a wonderful tour with a great commentary from the driver. It was lovely watching the birds flying around while you enjoyed a coffee or tea. We also enjoyed the drive over...More

Thank WendyMcP59
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 21 November 2017

Thanks for reviewing - we love hearing how much everyone enjoys the trip. Enjoy your travles.

Reviewed 15 November 2017 via mobile
An experience you will not forget!

I lived in Napier as a youngster and never managed to get to the Cape. While visiting Napier this time we decided it was time to head out there and as we would get to see more on the overland safari we chose this option....More

Thank KiwiWanderers02
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 16 November 2017

Thank you. Its a fabulous trip and we love hearing how much visitors enjoy it. Enjoy your summer!

Reviewed 11 November 2017 via mobile
Gannet Colony Tour

Jan, our expert guide, provided a fascinating introduction to the Cape Kidnappers area, its wildlife and most especially the nesting gannet colony. She was an incredible resource on the birds' behavior and habitat.

Thank martha d
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 12 November 2017

Thank you for your review. The birds are amazing to watch aren't they! and yes, Jan is an expert guide! Cheers

Reviewed 24 October 2017
What an interesting and mind blowing experience

Graham, our guide and driver was entertaining and very informative, He took us on a voyage of discover through an historic landscape with tales of the previous and current owners of the land. But the real jaw-dropping sight was the colony of 3000 gannets in...More

Thank btrochdale44
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 2 November 2017

Thanks so much for reviewing. Graham is fabulous and so knowledgeable on the tour. Seeing the gannets nesting is a great time to come. Happy travels!

Reviewed 14 October 2017 via mobile
A great afternoon ...

David the tour guide was great - very knowledgeable and interested in imparting some of that knowledge. A great afternoon of viewscape and learning. Thx

Thank 415robind
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 24 October 2017

Thanks for coming on our safari - happy travles

Reviewed 14 October 2017
Stunning experience!

David was a truly entertaining and informative guide and host driving through a millionaire's playground, fabulous farmland and ending up right in the middle of one of the most amazing gannet colony. We spent about 3/4 hour there - complete with a cuppa and a...More

Thank JaneTuai
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 24 October 2017

Thank you for reviewing - its amazing how close you get to the birds isn't it! One can spend hours watching them. Cheers

Reviewed 24 September 2017 via mobile
Amazing

It is just the start of the season so the birds are building their nests soaring overhead with their seaweed. No chicks as yet but what an amazing sight. Our guide Trevor was very knowledgeable and the views and trip to the colony are a...More

Thank DiB5
gannetsafaris, General Manager at Gannet Safaris Overland, responded to this reviewResponded 24 October 2017

You will have to come back to see the chicks! They wont be far away! Cheers

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