Zoos & wildlife parks | Wildlife Encounters
Experience our native country with New Zealand's Big 5 Wildlife - the kiwi, kaka, tuatara, kea & takahe. Kiwi viewing guaranteed. Wander the reserve, feed the animals, take a guided kiwi tour, or experience an Encounter with our lemurs or capybara.
60 Hussey Road, Northwood, Christchurch
View mapCar and coach parking available.
9.30am - 5pm All Year 9.30am - 6pm (Saturday / Sunday : October - March only)
Close encounters of the ‘wildlife kind’ are a Willowbank trademark. Meet New Zealand’s Big 5 with the Kiwi, the cheeky Kea, the ancient Tuatara, our bush parrot the Kaka and the very rare Takahe. Feed the wild eels and make friends with the livestock breeds unique to New Zealand. Listen to the kiwi as it forages by your feet. Embark on a journey through the history of New Zealand. See the impact of introduced species in ‘Wild NZ’ and meet old livestock breeds in ‘Heritage NZ’. Experience native wildlife in ‘Natural NZ’ and share our hope for their future. Relax and enjoy your experience in conservation. Willowbank is a place close to both Christchurch city and the airport where culture and conservation combine.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of a booking will be charged 50% of the total cost of the booking. Cancellations or no shows within 12 hours of a booking will be charges 100%of the total cost of the booking.
All year round
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Listing #4020254 managed by Tourism New Zealand Operator Database.