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📍 Saint Johns Hill, Manawatu-Wanganui
Virginia Lake Aviary sits within the lake reserve in Whanganui alongside a winter garden. The compact enclosure houses a variety of native and exotic birds. Free entry. Pram-accessible paths connect the aviary, lake, and gardens.
It’s always so well kept and I love seeing that those cool little guys are getting well looked after. Always a nice way to end a walk or a coffee date and it’s such a cute little spot.
🏆 Family Action Verdict
Reviewers describe the aviary birds as visibly well cared for, with the compact size making it easy to see all the birds without overwhelming young children. The combination of aviary, lake, and winter garden is consistently praised as giving the outing a full loop feel.
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💬 What Families Are Saying
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Kahurangi Rose
2 years ago
“It’s always so well kept and I love seeing that those cool little guys are getting well looked after. Always a nice way to end a walk or a coffee date and it’s such a cute little spot.”
steve cheong
4 years ago
“Great place to enjoy the companionship of our feathered friends. Just outside the Aviary, you can feed & watch the ducks, wild birds while contemplating on the circle of life.”
Wayne Ralph
3 months ago
“Although quite small, the aviary is filled with a variety of beautiful birds. It is well worth popping in to see them.”
Vaughan Fleischer
5 years ago
“A stunning time visiting the aviary, winter garden and lake. Really worth every second.”
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Overview
Virginia Lake Aviary is located within the Virginia Lake Reserve at 110 Great North Road in Saint Johns Hill, Whanganui. The aviary is a compact enclosure containing a range of bird species — native and exotic — cared for by dedicated on-site staff. The reserve also includes a winter garden and the lake, where ducks and wild birds can be fed at the water's edge. Paths connecting the aviary, winter garden, and lakefront are pram-accessible. Entry to the aviary and reserve is free.
