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The enchanting Waitangiroto Nature Reserve, beautiful reflections of the ancient native rainforest, White Heron Sanctuary Tours, Whataroa, New Zealand.

The Enchanting Waitangiroto 

Enjoy a glimpse into the Waitangiroto Nature Reserve through our gallery.

​While the pristine Kōtuku, or White Herons, are undoubtedly the 'stars of the show', tours to the Waitangiroto Nature Reserve reveal an abundance of unspoilt natural beauty. 

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​A tranquil haven for nature lovers, the Waitangiroto Nature Reserve features lush, ecologically vibrant rainforest, rich in birdlife and native plant species, surrounded by the breathtaking, rugged landscapes of South Westland.

Join us to discover for yourself one of New Zealand's special places.

Kōtuku chick being fed by its parent at New Zealand's only White Heron nesting site, Waitangiroto Nature Reserve, Whataroa, NZ.

White Heron 
Sanctuary Tour

Nesting Season:
September to early March

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