Kapiti Island NORTH END WESTERN e Valley kup Okupe O p Track KAPITI Loo Lagoon Boulder Bank MARINE Loop Track RESERVE Kurukohatu Beach Landing Pt tm to Shelter Track a S Kapiti Marine Reserve u Private or Two areas of sea on either side of ai property Kapiti Walking W NorthWaiorua end Kapiti Island make up Kapiti Marine Walking tracks pass through grassland, shrubland, regenerating forest and Island Bay Reserve, established in 1992. Track guide coastline, and provide fantastic views of freshwater Okupe Lagoon. People are welcome to use the Easy to moderate walking from a few minutes to a day; Kapiti Island track mostlyWESTERN well formed, some sections may be steep, Boulder Bank rack reserve for swimming, boating, rough or muddy. Valley Loop T Loop Track upe diving, and other recreational KAPITI Ok Nature Reserve Rangatira pursuits, but fishing, both Walk through forest to MARINEview birds and the historic Whare, the oldest building recreational and commercial, and associated with nature conservation in New Zealand. Or climb the track to Kapiti Coast Tuteremoana, the highest point on Kapiti Island at 521 m above sea level. Okupe the removal of marine life or natural RESERVE Lagoon features are strictly forbidden. Beach Landing Trig Pt to Shelter Track Wilkinson T Kapiti Marine Reserve rack Private Tuteremoana property Two areas of sea on either side of 521m Lookout Waiorua Bay K T a r Shelter Kapiti Island make up Kapiti Marine h ig ik T 0 1 km a ra Rangatira Point Toilet te c Reserve, established in 1992. a k S Rangatira tm People are welcome to use the Loop Walk Okupe Valley Loop Track reserve for swimming, boating, 1 hr 30 min, 4.8 km (return) This follows a gentle gradient to a lookout above the western cliffs (198 m). diving, andKaiwharawhara other recreational Pt Lookout Boulder Bank Loop Track Shelter pursuits, but fishing, both 45 min, 2 km (circuit) Toilet This walk follows the coastline around the boulder bank. This track is closed from 0 1 km recreational and commercial, and Historic site October to March (unless with a guide) to avoid disturbing nesting seabirds. T the removal of marine life or natural e Beach Landing to Shelter Track Rere S features are strictly forbidden. Rangatira Loop Walk tm 5 min, 185 m (one way) 1 hr 30 min, 1.8 km (circuit) Start at the beach edge, finish at the junction before the North End Visitor Shelter. Start Trigat the Rangatira Pt shelter, and enjoy an easy walk through regenerating forest and coastal shrubland. See whaling trypots (artefacts from theW island’silk whalinginso history) and the historic Whare. Explore the Rangatira wetland via a boardwalk, n Tra then walk around the Tuteremoanacoastal section back to the shelter. An ideal track for all ages ck Further information Photos overleaf: Andrew Morrison, and fitnessWaterfall levels. Bay T 521m r Andrew Walmsley, Brent Tandy, K i For more information about Brian Sheppard Photography, Daniel Deans, Wilkinson Track g a T Kapiti Island, visit our website David Cook Wildlife Photography, 2 hr, 3.8 km (one way) h r www.doc.govt.nz/kapitivisits Herb Christophers, Jack Mace, Jon Terry, i a Rangatira PointLiz Brown, Manaaki Barrett, Marieke Lettink. Walk to Tuteremoana along a well-formed track with a steadyk uphill climb. Pass c or contact: All photos are copyright of the respective West Pt a picnic area and hihi feeding station a third of the way up. a k te DOC RangatiraWellington Visitor Centre photographer. Trig Track a 18 Manners Street, Wellington Cover photo: View of Kapiti Island from Loop Walk Colonial Knob Scenic Reserve, Porirua. 2 hr, 2 km (one way) S Ph: +64 4 384 7770 t All photos, unless otherwise credited, m Email: [email protected] A more challengingTokomapuna walk to Tuteremoana, I with narrow, uneven sections. are copyright DOC. Kaiwharawhara Pt It is considerably steeper than the Wilkinson Track. The Trig Track should only be attempted by confident trampers with good, sturdy footwear. Published by: This is an uphill track only. Department of Conservation Kapiti/Wellington Office KAPITI ISLAND PO Box 5086, Lambton Quay Editing and design: Motungarara I Wellington 6145, New Zealand EASTERNPublishing Team, DOC National KAPITI Office NATURE RESERVE April 2018 M R134585ARINE RESERVE Tahoramaurea I Tahiririmongo Pt Wharekohu Pt
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Toilet Tahoramaurea I Tahiririmongo Pt Wharekohu Pt Accommodation Historic site Kapiti Island Nature Reserve Introduced animals and plants Kapiti Marine Reserve Kapiti Island is one of New Zealand’s most significant nature reserves, Kapiti Island is a predator-free nature reserve. Ensure mice, rats, ants, and other animals and insects do not stow away in your bags. 5 km off the west coast of the lower North Island. The island is home to WESTERN Kapiti KAPITI many native species that are either very rare or absent from the mainland. Weeds and diseases found in the soil are also a threat. Take care that your Island MARINE clothing, footwear and bags are free of soil and plant material, including RESERVE At 10 km long and 2 km wide, Kapiti Island is a 1,965 ha sanctuary that has North end been predator-free since 1998. To keep the island predator-free, you must seeds and leaves. have a permit to visit. Your tourism provider will obtain the permit for you. • To ensure the island remains predator-free, you must inspect your bags and footwear for rodents, ants, seeds and soil before Getting to Kapiti Island boarding the boat. Your tourism provider will demonstrate how to do this properly. Two areas of Kapiti Island are open to the public: • Private boats, kayaks, jetskis, paddleboards, swimmers, • Rangatira, halfway along the eastern shore Rangatira Point etc must not land at Kapiti Island Nature Reserve. (maximum of 100 visitors per day) • No one can land on the island without a permit. • North end (maximum of 60 visitors per day) EASTERN KAPITI MARINE RESERVE Overnight stays are not allowed within the DOC-managed area, but can be arranged at Kapiti Island Nature Tours’ private lodge at Waiorua Bay. Your visit Paraparaumu Before you arrive on the island you’ll receive a biosecurity inspection and Beach a boat safety briefing. Once there, you’ll be given an introductory talk Boat departure and parking 0 1 2 km Boats depart from Kapiti Boating Club at Paraparaumu Beach, about an about the island’s animals, plants and human history. After this, the island hour’s drive north of Wellington. Exit the expressway at Kapiti Road, and is yours to explore via walking tracks suited to a range of fitness levels. continue to the roundabout at Paraparaumu Beach. Park at the Kapiti Kapiti Marine Reserve was established in 1992 and is a special place where Boating Club or in the car park across the stream. What you might see people can enjoy swimming, boating, diving or snorkelling. Everything There are lots of birds and animals in different habitats – kākā, tīeke/ in the marine reserve is protected; no fishing of any kind is allowed, Pre-visit preparation saddleback, hihi/stitchbird, and kōkako in the forests; takahē and weka on including no taking or damaging of natural things such as seaweed, shells the flats; gulls and gannets along the coast. If you’re really lucky, you might or shellfish. Weather conditions/cancellations spot orca, seals and kororā/little penguins on the water. Whaling is a big part of Kapiti Island’s history, so if visiting Rangatira, make sure you check Safe passage of visitors to the island is the responsibility of your tourism Take care visiting natural areas provider, who will assess weather conditions on the day. out the trypots used to boil whale blubber nearly 200 years ago. New Zealand is renowned for its changeable Passengers must contact the tourism provider between 7.00 am and 7.30 weather and rugged terrain. Be prepared for am on the morning of the visit to confirm whether the trip will proceed. Remember adverse conditions. • Keep to the marked tracks and mowed areas If you think there is a safety hazard in a conservation area, What to bring • Do not light fires – including barbecues and any form of cooking stove call the nearest DOC office or the DOC HOTline. There are two visitor shelters and toilets on the island. You will need • Do not smoke anywhere on the island • Due to high fire risk, smoking to bring your lunch and drinking water, wear sturdy footwear, and bring • Do not remove or interfere with anything, including plant material, and fires are not allowed. warm clothing, including a waterproof jacket. feathers, insects, lizards, birds and shells – everything on the island • Help keep Kapiti pest free. Check and is protected clean your gear for animals, ants, • Do not feed or harass the birds weeds, seeds and soil. • Remove all your litter from the island • Be ready to leave at the time announced by your tourism provider.
Travelling to the island Kapiti Island Eco Experience Kapiti Island Nature Tours To get to the island you must book transport with one of the Mob: 027 655 4739 Mob: 021 126 7525 following authorised tourism providers. Freephone: 0800 433 779 Freephone: 0800 KAPITI (0800 527 484) Kapiti is a popular destination all year round, so booking in Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] advance is recommended during the peak summer season. Web: www.kapitiislandeco.co.nz Web: www.kapitiisland.com Australasian shoveler/ Australasian gannet/tākapu kuruwhengi Bellbird/korimako Black shag/kawau Brown teal/pāteke
Kākāriki/red-crowned Silvereye/tauhou Fantail/pīwakawaka Kākā parakeet Kererū/wood pigeon Kingfisher/kōtare
Little spotted kiwi/ Kōkako Little blue penguin/kororā kiwi pukupuku New Zealand falcon/kārearea North Island robin/toutouwai North Island tomtit/miromiro
Paradise shelduck/ Paradise shelduck/ Royal spoonbill/ pūtangitangi (female) pūtangitangi (male) Pied shag/kāruhiruhi Pied stilt/poaka Pipit/pīhoihoi kōtuku-ngutupapa
Ruru/morepork Saddleback/tīeke Stitchbird/hihi (female) Stitchbird/hihi (male) Takahē Tūī Birds
Variable oystercatcher/tōrea White-capped mollymawk/ White-faced heron/ pango Weka toroa matuku-moana White-fronted tern/tara Whitehead/pōpokotea
Invertebrates Marine & lizards
Common copper butterfly/ Pūriri moth/pepetuna pepe para riki Common dolphin/aihe
Copper skink Common gecko Ornate skink/moko Cicada/kihikihi Eagle ray/whai repo
Peripatus/ngāokeoke Giraffe weevil/tūwhaipapa Stick insect/rō Orca/maki New Zealand fur seal/kekeno Historical artefacts
Tunnel web spider/ Trypot for rendering Tree wētā Cave wētā pūngāwerewere Historic whare whale blubber