Wildlife

Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne

Karori, Wellington

A fenced valley where kākā, tūī, tuatara and other rare native birds live free, minutes from the CBD.

Cost
Paid
Booking
Best to book
Time to allow
3 hours
Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne
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A predator-proof sanctuary with easy tracks through regenerating forest. You will see kākā and tūī in the daytime, and the night tour is the best chance at a wild kiwi. Allow at least half a day.

Good to know

  • Book the night tour well ahead in summer
  • Bring layers, the valley is cooler and wetter than town
Vehicles
Campervans fine
Dogs
No dogs

Facilities

  • Picnic tables
  • Toilets

Data: Roadtrip. Things change: check opening times, prices and rules before you go.

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