Wellington
DOC Visitor Centre
6 Rankers Reviews
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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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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.
Brian Lexmond
Ranking: 5/10
Nothing found and what we did not know.
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Susser
Ranking: 10/10
Friendly, helpful and patient.
Gale Willcocks
Ranking: 10/10
Very flash, excellent displays. Information forthcoming in a professional manner. Worth a visit.
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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.
