Marshalls Animal Park
📍 Omanawa, Bay of Plenty
Walk-through grounds outside Tauranga with a wide variety of animals in spacious enclosures — from farm species to exotic birds and mammals. Feed available at the entrance for direct contact. Shaded picnic areas and children's play zones on site.
This place is so special. I loved getting to check out a bunch of different animals (some more closely than others!) and getting a huge walk in in the process. We were particularly lucky to go at a time where a new deer and some new piggies had just been born - that felt really special. I’m so sad this place is up for sale, and I’m hoping it doesn’t shut down. It really is a great place for kids, couples or friends to go and interact with some cute fuzzies (or scary emu lol). One note is that I do wish there were supervisors at the Guinea pig and rabbit petting station, but I must admit that all the visitors were extremely respectful and showed respect to the guidelines with them as far as I saw. :)
🏆 Family Action Verdict
One of the better animal parks in the Bay of Plenty — enclosures are genuinely spacious, animals look content, and kids can feed them directly from the gate. The grounds are large enough to fill a full afternoon at a relaxed pace. Pack a picnic to use the shaded areas and make a proper half-day of it.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Danielle Peck
3 months ago
“This place is so special. I loved getting to check out a bunch of different animals (some more closely than others!) and getting a huge walk in in the process. We were particularly lucky to go at a time where a new deer and some new piggies had just been born - that felt really special. I’m so sad this place is up for sale, and I’m hoping it doesn’t shut down. It really is a great place for kids, couples or friends to go and interact with some cute fuzzies (or scary emu lol). One note is that I do wish there were supervisors at the Guinea pig and rabbit petting station, but I must admit that all the visitors were extremely respectful and showed respect to the guidelines with them as far as I saw. :)”
Moira
2 months ago
“It was raining when we went but it didn't stop us from seeing the animals. They looked well fed and happy. A variety of animals and some corn you can buy at entrance to feed some animals. Truly a beautiful place. Shelter could be found with roof so we could escape the rain while watching animals and some even came close up. There was animals we could pet too. I would however, reccomend some sort of magnet or memorabilia for visitors as some come from far. Staff are also very friendly.”
Hqm
5 months ago
“A really nice variety of animals and things to see, the animals all look cared for and have loads of space to roam. Pet food at the front is a great add on for only $2 and the kids will love being able to interact and feed some of the animals... don't bring your flash shoes as some parts tend to be a bit muddy especially after it has rained.... but overall great animal park and suitable for all ages.”
Brittany Tipene
2 months ago
“Really nicely maintained animal park. Beautiful grounds. Friendly staff. Affordable prices and the kids and adults all had a blast. Definitely recommend coming. Surprisingly doesn't smell like a farm park, wonderful fresh air. Plenty of shaded picnic spots and play areas for the kids.”
Reviews from Google
Overview
Marshalls Animal Park covers generous grounds outside Tauranga with animals in spacious enclosures — farm species alongside more exotic birds and mammals. Feed is available at the entrance gate for direct contact at designated stations. The grounds include shaded picnic areas and play zones for children. Multiple reviewers specifically note the clean, fresh-air quality — none of the enclosed smell common to other animal attractions. Newborn animals appear seasonally.
