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With no prior farming experience yet eager for a change in lifestyle James Gillespie Gordon started his purchase of Clifton station. While the steep and drought prone hillsides provided many challenges, Gordon`s perseverance and assistance from local shepherds resulted in great expansion! By 1876 there were ~16,000 sheep on Clifton, becoming a profitable and iconic New Zealand working farm.
Learn more about the history of Cape Kidnappers Station on your journey New Zealand`s largest and most accessible gannet colony!
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Swipe to learn about the geology of Cape Kidnappers!
Our overland journey always stops at a spectacular spot high about the formidable Cape Kidnappers Coastline. From here you can observe the nationally famous geology of the coastal cliffs as they extend out beneath you!
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The morning bird catches ... the best bird pics?!
Did you know that Gannet Safari`s offers a sunrise tour? Be mesmerised by the shifting hues moving across the formidable landscape of Cape Kidnappers. Enjoy a gourmet breakfast within feet of New Zealand`s largest accessible mainland gannet/ takapū colony. This experience is a must do for all bird, landscape and photography enthusiasts!
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Fancy a gannet pie? 🥧
In 1789 a hungry Captain James Cook documented his kiwi take on the classic Christmas `goose pie` reporting that "our goose pye was eat with great approbation" by the crew. Well before the invention of Gannet pie, young takapū were an important part of Māori diet. Nowadays, like most of our native birds gannets enjoy full protection. Whilst gannet pie is certainly off the menu, visiting these cutie pies isn`t - with only a few more days of tours available be sure to get your ticket ASAP!
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There`s only two weeks to go before bookings for #gannetsafarisoverland tours close! Get your camera packed, sunblock on and a smile ready for Hawkes Bay`s most #instaworthy view!
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Ever wondered how a #gannet nest is made?
In late winter and early spring, the Takapū/ Australasian gannets are often sighted flying around with seaweed - a key component in their nest structure. By use of a build up of guano, nutrient packed excrement, the gannets form a concrete like cylindrical wall that is softened with seaweed. These nests are incredibly resilient and can last for years!
Only the males return with seaweed, a helpful tip for distinguishing sexes.
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Be sure to book your end of season #gannetsafarisoverland tour before April 30th!
If seeing #NewZealands largest, accessible mainland colony of takapū/ Australasian gannets has been on your bucket list, the coming weeks are your last chance for an up-close experience with these incredible birds.
Visit our website, www.gannetsafarisoverland.co.nz for more information
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