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Custom New Zealand Pelagic Birding Journey

Combine New Zealand land birding with selected pelagic outings on a private route focused on penguins, albatrosses, other seabirds and endemics.

  • New Zealand Show on map
  • Group 1-6 people
  • Price on request
  • Dates on request
  • Private tour
  • Pace: Private birding with vehicle transfers and field walks adapted to the selected route.
  • Language: English
  • City: Auckland
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Custom New Zealand Pelagic Birding Journey
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About this tour

This custom New Zealand journey is built around the meeting point between endemic landbirds and exceptional oceanic birding. Suitable terrestrial areas can be combined with pelagic excursions, allowing the route to follow both island habitats and productive seas.

Penguins, albatrosses and other seabirds form the principal marine interest, alongside New Zealand endemics on land. Paul’s experience includes twelve months travelling and birding across the country’s islands in 2017 and 2018.

No fixed duration, island sequence or set of boat trips is imposed. Those choices depend on season, marine schedules, weather and guest priorities. Confirm islands, ports, transport, accommodation, pelagic operators, contingency time and price through BirdWatch.info before arranging flights.

Planning a wider trip? Read our birdwatching guide to New Zealand.

Guides

Paul Maury
English, French

Itinerary

Day 1
Tailored land and pelagic route
New Zealand pelagic and endemic birding route

Select islands and land-birding areas around the travel window, then fit suitable pelagic departures into the plan. The detailed programme remains flexible because boat schedules and sea conditions can affect the sequence.

Locations & map

  • New Zealand pelagic and endemic birding route - Selected New Zealand islands and coastal waters New Zealand (Route and timing depend on season, weather, access and current bird activity.)

Availability & pricing

Availability: Available on request · Season: Available on request; the route and timing are adapted to season, weather, access and current bird activity.

Price: Price on request

Included

  • Private bird guide - Guiding by Paul Maury during the confirmed programme.

Policies & FAQ

Cancellation Policy

Current cancellation and rescheduling terms are confirmed with the written proposal.

Payment Terms

The final price, deposit and payment schedule are confirmed after inquiry.

Insurance & Safety

Guests should arrange suitable travel and medical insurance.
The guide may adjust the route for weather, access, bird activity and participant ability.
Can the outing be tailored to target birds or photography?

Yes. The route can be adapted to experience level, target interests and photography or tracking goals, subject to season and natural conditions.

Are bird sightings guaranteed?

No. The guide plans around current conditions, but wildlife sightings depend on season, weather and bird activity.

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Ask about this tour before booking. Your preferred date is optional and availability will be confirmed after your inquiry.

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