Wildlife & Nature of New Zealand's South Island
September 21, 2026
LIVE at 3:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM CT / 1:00 PM MT / 12:00 PM PT
Presented by Sam Kuperus
From elusive brown kiwis and Fiordland crested penguins to glacier-carved fjords and ancient rainforests, New Zealand's South Island is home to some of the world’s most distinctive wildlife and landscapes. Expedition Leader Sam Kuperus details our New Zealand Nature Explorer, from what to pack to where you'll stay—including luxury ecolodges and a historic castle. Learn what to expect as you hike, kayak and explore beneath some of the planet’s darkest night skies while looking for New Zealand fur seals, curious weka, yellow-eyed penguins (one of the rarest penguins on Earth!) and other endemic species.
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