Zoos and Wildlife Parks

New Zealand has great selection of zoos and wildlife parks housing a variety of different animals. Select a New Zealand zoo and wildlife park attractions Web site listing from the comprehensive list below or search by region.

 

  • DRIVING CREEK RAILWAYS & POTTERIES - Coromandel

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    The one-hour return trip on this railway in innovatively designed trains, including the unique double decker, includes viaducts, two spirals, three reverses, tunnels and a magnificent view from the ridge-top terminus. We explain local history, ecology and activities including the potteries. The train passes through a native kauri forest replanting project...(more)

  • INTERNATIONAL ANTARCTIC CENTRE - Christchurch

    Very few people have the opportunity to experience the awesome and magical beauty of Antarctica firsthand. Our aim is to recreate the atmosphere and environment of Antarctica, providing visitors with an interactive, fun and exciting experience of the 'Great White South'. For most people this will be the closest they will be able to come to experiencing this continent...(more)

  • KARORI WILDLIFE SANCTUARY - Wellington

    A world-first conservation attraction in the heart of Wellington. A predator-proof fence keeps numerous rare and endangered native wildlife safe. The only place on mainland New Zealand where little spotted kiwi, saddleback and hihi roam free in their natural environment! Open 364 days, take a guided tour to get the most from your visit. ID#2d50c8..(more)

  • KIWI HOUSE & NATIVE BIRD PARK - Otorohanga

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    Come and spend an evening with us viewing kiwi in a truly unique setting. From the comfort of a hide you will encounter kiwi at eye level and observe them feeding amongst the leaf litter. Kiwi can also be seen during the daytime at the Kiwi House. New Zealand's largest aviary...(more)

  • MILLENNIUM NOCTURNAL PARK, KIWI, OSTRICH & GLOWWORM - Kaitaia

    What a beautiful place to visit located between Bay of Islands and 90 Mile Beach. Come along and observe large eel pond, lovely ostrich paradise, colourful glowworm cave, two unique bush tracks and specimen Kiwi home. Backpack, campervan or tent. Free tour to fascinating night glowworm world and exciting track with stream. Enjoy BBQ, kids playground...(more)

  • OAMARU BLUE PENGUIN COLONY - Oamaru

    Be captivated by New Zealand’s largest colony of the world’s smallest penguin in its natural environment. Day time Behind the Scenes Tour: see nesting birds close up, when they are ashore. Evening Viewing: see these personality packed penguins return home from a day’s fishing. Ecotourism at its finest...(more)

  • ORANA WILDLIFE PARK - Christchurch

    New Zealand's only open-range zoo. Experience unique encounters: hand-feed Giraffe, meet Rhino face–to–face, watch a Cheetah sprint and see Tigers search for their food! Thrill-seekers can travel through the Lion reserve on-board feeding wagon—a truly memorable experience (conditions apply). Extensive native collection features Kiwi, Tuatara and range of endangered birds and reptiles. 15 animal feeds daily...(more)

  • WELLINGTON ZOO - Wellington

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    Roll up your sleeves and check out a Close Encounter at Wellington Zoo. Engage with loads of animals and find out what goes on in ‘staff only’ areas. Remember your camera!* For more information call 381 6755 or visit www.wellingtonzoo.com. *Bookings essential. Prices vary between encounters and age restrictions apply...(more)

  • WILLOWBANK WILDLIFE RESERVE - Christchurch

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    Just 15 minutes from Christchurch, you'll find a world of fascination and knowledge. Our New Zealand experience brings you face to face with many of New Zealand's native and introduced animals. Our kiwis can be viewed in New Zealand's largest nocturnal house—by day. Night kiwi viewing outside, under the stars...(more)

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