Willowbank developed out of a love and respect for our wildlife
and environment. The natural setting and authenticity of displays,
along with the conservation and preservation goals, makes
Willowbank one of the most unique Christchurch
tourist attractions.
Get to know New Zealand's national icon - only Willowbank is open
at night time, which allows you to enjoy the habits of our
nocturnal Kiwis, just as nature intended. Take a guided tour and we
guarantee you will spot a Kiwi. Book yourself on one of our evening
cultural tours and
discover Tane Mahuta (the Maori God of the Forest) at our Ko Tane
Maori Cultural performance and a people who live in harmony with
nature and whose culture has grown. Taste New Zealand cuisine in
our restaurant, with a huge open fire in the winter and inquisitive
deer at the window.
Opening Hours
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve 9.30am -
7pm
Café open until 6pm
Ko Tane Maori Cultural
Performance and Hangi Meal Available Monday, Thursday, Friday
& Saturday 5.30pm - check in time 5.15pm
Ko Tane Maori Cultural Performance with Hangi Meal and Reserve
Entry & Guided Kiwi Tour
Guided Kiwi Tour 4.30pm, Ko Tane 5.30pm & Hangi 6.30pm
Finishing time for this is 7.30pm
Ko Tane provides complimentary transport from i-Site & some
motels en route to Willowbank. Leaves i-Site 3.45pm &
4.45pm
Hours of Operation
9.30am - 7.00pm
Methods of Payment
- Visa
- Mastercard
- Amex
- JCB
- Eftpos
- Diners
Address:
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
60 Hussey Road
Harewood 8051
Christchurch
Phone:
+64 3 359 6226
Fax:
+64 3 359 6212
Duration
Open Daily 1000 - 2200
What to Wear
Warm clothing and flat shoes recommended
We Provide
Viewing Kiwi Guarantee, Full restaurant/bar/café/highchairs, Animal food can be purchased on site
Transport
Free transport from City Centre with Ko Tane tours