Sanctuary Mountain Snapshot Tour

From $50.00 per adult | Up to 10 guests

*Trending Tour*

Set inside the largest fenced eco-sanctuary in the world, this 30-40 min tour is perfect for those seeking a meaningful, time-efficient introduction to stunning, old-growth forest, and the story of Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari.

Whether you're a seasoned traveler, a first-time visitor to New Zealand, or simply short on time, the Sanctuary Mountain Snapshot Tour offers an ideal solution for those wanting to connect with nature, experience world-class conservation, and learn about New Zealand's unique species - all within a short, accessible timeframe.

Join us for a 30-40 minute adventure that's big on conservation, culture, and the stunning beauty of New Zealand's podocarp/broadleaf forest. It's a perfect introduction to the country's remarkable environmental efforts and a must-do for travelers looking to make the most of their time in the Waikato region.

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Your tour includes a complimentary Sanctuary Explorer Day Pass, giving you the freedom to keep exploring after your guided walk. Discover more tracks, relax in the forest, and make the most of your visit.

30-40 Minutes (approx.)
Complimentary Sanctuary Explorer Day Pass included
Please check in at least 10 minutes prior to your tour at the Manu Tīoriori visitor centre (99 Tari Road, Pukeatua)
Standard booking terms and conditions apply

Thank you! Every booking supports our vital conservation work, helping protect rare and endangered species on the maunga.

We were a group of 8, Sue was our guide. Would so recommend having Sue to guide. We would not have noticed or learnt anything by ourselves, noticed birds and plants with understanding the importance of sanctuary. Will be bringing the grandies next.

Helen Bingham

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The team are still absolutely buzzing about their time at Maungatautari! We all learnt SO much — about Rongoa, about the forest and how different plants can heal our ailments — but also how the forest as a whole can heal our inner-selves too. Everybody took something of great value...

Huka Honey Hive, Taupo

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I wanted to email you and tell you how literally amazing our day was and that we were absolutely blown away by the whole experience. You and your team are fantastic. All of the parents who attended raved about the whole day.

Ohaupo School

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A truly spectacular day for me thank you, and trust me I've done some really cool things before but this was right up there. The passion, the pride, the service beyond self and the truly intergenerational and transformational work you and the team have done and are doing is inspirational...

Simon

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THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU! Because one THANK YOU is not enough! We felt very honoured and privileged to witness the health check and transfer process of two kiwi yesterday. To be so close to our iconic bird was very surreal for many of our team. Many photos were taken and I'm sure...

Nicola Greenwell

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I'm honestly still smiling after my afternoon on the maunga yesterday, so I had to write and thank you SO MUCH. The team is doing extraordinary work with the whole sanctuary, and to see the kiwi team, volunteers, dogs, it was absolutely amazing. It was very moving to see the kiwi close up....

Katy Scoullar

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I've hiked many, many forests around New Zealand, but this one hits differently. You just know you're in as native of an NZ forest as it can get, thanks to the predator-proof fence that takes a lot of work and money to maintain. The forest is alive with the beautiful songs of many...

Meggie Tran

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A beautiful and peaceful place.

Tony Nicholls

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My wife and I live in Miami and visited Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari during a trip to New Zealand a month ago. Our guide was Jenny. We were very impressed with her sincerity as well as your organization and the success of your work.

Anonymous, Miami, USA

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If you want to see New Zealand's nocturnal animals, go here. Of course, there are day tours as well as night tours. I went on a night tour and it was great. I was happy to see glow worms, go up to the observatory, and see many stars in the night sky! This is not a zoo, but a conservation...