Walks Tracks & Bird Trails

Walking/Reserves Kāpiti has Walks and Tracks to suit every taste. Naturally, the beaches are very popular. The Waikanae River has walkways up both sides of the river from the estuary to the bridge at SH1. There are bush walks on the flat and walks in the hills to suit every ability. For the serious trampers/hikers, the Tararua Forest has some great trails, with access only 15 minutes drive from most places on the the Kāpiti Coast.

Kāpiti Bird Trails A recommended experience is a personalised bird watching tour with Kapiti Bird Tours encompassing the Waikanae river estuary which is home to more than 60 species; or make your way through the Nga Manu Nature Reserve and Bird Sanctuary where you are able to see kiwi, tuatara, silver ferns and native eel feeding. Check other Kāpiti Bird Trails

Also Check out:

• Owlcatraz - an attractive Native bird and wildlife park with miniature train, glow worm cave, cafe
• Staglands Nature Reserve - A Sanctuary assisting in saving some of New Zealand's endangered bird species together with a cafe and farm visit with a beautiful drive to get there
• Manawatu Estuary - a large estuary area where upto 93 birds have been identified, a welcome and farewell for migratory birds including godwits and knots from Alaska and Siberia is held around the equinox each March and October.

Cycling

• Kāpiti Coastal Cycleway Guide