New Zealand Nature Explorer

New Zealand’s isolation gave rise to some of the planet’s most unusual birds, many of them found nowhere else on Earth. Expedition Leader Jacob Emerson explores the extraordinary evolutionary history and conservation challenges of New Zealand’s rarest birds. Meet flightless species like the kiwi, kakapo and takahe—some of which number fewer than 500 individuals today—and discover the scientific and community-driven efforts to save them from extinction. During the presentation, you’ll also find out about the birds we encounter on our New Zealand Nature Explorer adventure.

New Zealand's South Island is a land of topographic extremes, from seaside rainforests and sapphire lakes to active glaciers, glowworm-filled caves and frigid fjords. Expedition Leader Sam Kuperus walks us through Nat Hab’s immersive itinerary, sharing details about our accommodations (including two luxury ecolodges and a historic castle), essentials to pack and more. Learn about the activities included on the trip, such as hiking, kayaking, night walks, and encounters with Maori culture, as well as the wildlife we’ll be searching for, from flightless brown kiwis to fur seals and endangered penguins.

Prepare for a journey to New Zealand’s South Island, home to snow-capped mountains, coastal rain forests and some of the darkest night skies on Earth! Expedition Leader Judy McKenzie walks us through the itinerary and shares details about our accommodations (luxury ecolodges, a historic castle), transportation, packing essentials and more. Learn about our activities including hiking, kayaking and night walks, and the wildlife we’ll be looking for, from flightless brown kiwis to fur seals and endangered penguins.