Eco-Tours And Kiwi Bird Experiences - Māori owned and operated

Let our kaiārahi (local guide) at Ōmataroa Eco Tours transport you through privately owned and secluded Ōmataroa forest lands, and guide you on a journey of manaakitanga (care) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) of Aotearoa New Zealand's national bird, the kiwi.

Ōmataroa forest is home to Puhikōkō Reserve and Ngākauroa Wetland, recognised as areas of national significance and outstanding natural character. Located in the Eastern Bay of Plenty, just inland from Whakatāne. 

Through Ōmataroa Eco Tours, manuhiri (visitors/guests) are given exclusive access to be transported and guided into beautiful native bush with breath-taking views over the Rangitāiki plains, pacific ocean and out to Te Urewera.

Explore our offerings:

Te Pātaka ō Ngā Tūpuna Our four-hour eco-tour experience with tāngata whenua (people of the land). Travel with us through our privately owned Ōmataroa forest lands. Learn about the many species of flora and fauna and their significance to the forest habitat, our Māori way of living and our Kiwi conservation efforts.

Kaitiaki Kiwi Join our award winning team and become a Kiwi guardian. Let us guide you on a journey of manaakitanga (care) and kaitiakitanga (guardianship) of Aotearoa New Zealand’s national bird, the Kiwi, based in our privately owned and secluded Ōmataroa forest lands.

Kaitautoko Kiwi Limited to only two per year this is an ultra-exclusive package designed with corporate sponsorship in mind, but available to anyone wanting to be the ultimate Kiwi hero! Sponsor your very own Kiwi from egg to adult.

We look forward to welcoming you soon.