Wellington
Wellington
DOC Visitor Centre
Maps
Information
DOC Pōneke / Wellington Visitor Centre is staffed by DOC rangers who have firsthand, in-depth local knowledge. We provide information about:
•Walks and hiking - short walks, multi-day hikes, Great Walks
•Track conditions, weather, and safety
•Hut and Campsite bookings
•Heritage sites
•Cycleways
•Maps
•Marine reserves
•Conservation projects
•Local stories, legends and history - our nature, our people
• Kapiti Island Nature Reserve
• Matiu/Somes Island
Details
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Location |
North Island ▷ Wellington Region ▷ Wellington |
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Operating Season And Hours |
Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm,
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Contact
Reviews
Simon Mehlmann
Ranking: 10/10
Two employees of the centre (first one, then the other), helped us to plan our Abel Tasman Track. We got to know all we needed to start the track well prepared and confident. Tide chart was very valuable.
Conservation Campsite Pass
Save up to 70% on campsite fees! Support conservation and experience the natural beauty of NZ. 78 Department of Conservation campsites, one convenient pass.
Brian Lexmond
Ranking: 5/10
Nothing found and what we did not know.
Top Ranked NZ Deals Pass
Access savings worth hundreds of $$ on Top Ranked NZ Accommodation and Activities for just $1 per day.
Susser
Ranking: 10/10
Friendly, helpful and patient.
Avoid Camping Fines!
Each camping location is approved by a regional council in NZ. So if it shows on the map, you’re allowed to stay.
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Gale Willcocks
Ranking: 10/10
Very flash, excellent displays. Information forthcoming in a professional manner. Worth a visit.
Camping NZ App
Every camping site on your iPhone™, iPad™ or Android™ phone or tablet. Avoid camping penalties using this council approved app. Featuring offline maps.
Jenny Pullenger
Ranking: 8/10
Very good service. Plentiful information, brochures etc.
Wendy Ward
Ranking: 10/10
Supplied information and booklets prior to coming to the South Island.
