WildlifeHidden gem
Brook Waimārama Sanctuary
Nelson
Fenced valley sanctuary where native birds, tuatara and kākā thrive just above town.
- Cost
- Paid
- Booking
- Best to book
- Time to allow
- 2 hours
A predator-fenced forest reserve a few minutes from Nelson's centre, with walking tracks, guided tours and a visitor centre. Kākā, tūī and rare species such as tuatara live inside. It is a quiet change of pace from the coast.
Good to know
- Book a guided tour for the best wildlife
- Check opening days
- Best time
- Morning
- Open
- All year
- Getting there
- Sealed streets to the sanctuary entrance.
- Vehicles
- Campervans fine
- Dogs
- No dogs
Facilities
- Toilets
The location is approximate. Check the official website before you go.
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