This winter while the chocolate festival was on we visited Zealandia a truly remarkable wildlife sanctuary where at present you can see “Sirocco” New Zealand’s famous kakapo.If you are a birder or lover of nature this is a must do.
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“Zealandia” The Karori Wildlife sanctuary experience
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011Feeding time on Opawa river Marlborough, New Zealand
Friday, July 29th, 2011
Restless feet (in the footsteps of Fredrick Weld, friend of Lord Tennyson).
Monday, November 15th, 2010We recently had cause to travel to the lovely area of the North Canterbury, South Island, NZ and decided as it was long weekend to explore. Travelling to Lake Tennyson via the Molesworth Road and returned to Marlborough via the Kaikoura coast we had a tantalising taste of the magnificent Clarence Reserve. Alpine flowers were just coming into bloom. Weather varied from thick fog to hot sunny weather. High country tours tailored to your interests and fitness are available with Driftwood eco tours.
Migrant waders on Opawa river Marlborough New Zealand
Monday, November 15th, 2010
Yesterday while out kayaking in a cool southerly noticed these Sandpipers but were unsure whether sharptailed or pectoral. Can anyone help us to identify? Thanks to Ian Southey these are knots which is unusual for this area, so anew 1st for me!
With the Sandpipers was this Golden plover looking absolutely stunning.
I just love these little guys who are always just 60 odd metres in front of you frolicking together but more likely working as a team to catch fish. They are quite cheeky and always have one on alert for the team.
These are my favourite river bird Royal Spoonbills. If you love bird photography this is a wonderful way to get close to your subject without compromising their space and is rewarding for all.
I was very surprised to see this Wrybill with the Golden Plover as I thought he would been down on the braided rivers of south Canterbury carry out breeding duties!
Fully guided kayaking – fun and easy
Thursday, September 9th, 2010
Will Parsons takes fully guided tours on the Opawa River, Wairau Lagoon. Weather in New Zealand is generally fine and sunny in the period November to March. If the weather is no suitable Will can take you by vehicle to magic parts of the lagoon. All tours depart from Will and Rose’s home on the Opawa River.
