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Events, photo walks, talks from the masters, in-depth workshops. Expand your horizons with one of our many events across Australia.

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Simon Pierce
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Advocate

Kaikoura Wildlife Photowalk

Pt Kean carpark, Kaikoura Peninsula, Kaikōura, Canterbury Region
Sat 11 Apr
Simon Pierce, Fiona Wardle
Image: Alpha 7R III (A7RM3A)
  • 333mm
  • ƒ/5.6
  • 1/250s
  • ISO 1000
Alpha 7R III (A7RM3A)
Full Frame E-Mount 200-600mm F5.6-6.3 G Lens
Photograph the fur seals and seabirds around the Kaikoura Peninsula!

About the event

If you're interested in wildlife photography, or want to meet and geek out with fellow nature enthusiasts, then this event is for you! Sony Digital Imaging Advocates Simon Pierce and Fiona Wardle will be co-hosting this informal meetup and photowalk, exploring one of New Zealand's most beautiful and wildlife-packed coastal areas.

We'll meet at the Point Kean carpark and walk part way around the iconic Kaikoura Peninsula coastal walkway to view the fur seal and seabird colonies, and hopefully catch some beautiful sunset light. It'll be a flat walk, albeit over rocky ground, at your own pace.

Fiona and Simon will be on hand to offer wildlife photography tips, and there'll be a lovely bunch of people to chat with as we go.

Techniques covered

  • General wildlife photography advice, especially seals and birds in flight 
  • Camera and lens setup 
  • Settings for wildlife photography

What to bring

  • Your own photography gear, if you have it

Event FAQs (For general FAQs, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions page)

We'll be meeting at the Pt Kean carpark, so there should be plenty of parking at this time of year.
Sure! You can DM Simon via Sony Scene once you're registered, or email him at simonjpierce@gmail.com.
Suitable for all levels Nature / wildlife Photowalk Birdlife
Saturday Afternoon - Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3:00PM - 6:00PM (UTC+12) Auckland, Wellington
Sat 11 Apr 2026, 3:00PM - 6:00PM (UTC+12) Auckland, Wellington
Suitable for all levels
Event capacity: 20
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Kaikōura Canterbury Region
We'll meet in the carpark and walk from there.
2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

2026 Alpha Awards Photo Competition

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