Zoos & Wildlife in New Zealand
New Zealand's zoos and wildlife parks showcase unique native species alongside animals from around the world. Kids love the interactive feeding sessions, nocturnal houses, and close-up encounters with kiwi birds that you simply can't experience anywhere else. Many parks are set in beautiful natural surroundings with picnic areas and playgrounds. Find the best ones with family ratings.
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Arion Farm Education Park
📍 Christchurch, Canterbury
Hands-on farm park near Christchurch with animal feeding and pony rides
Heartland Cottage
📍 Foxton Beach, Manawatu-Wanganui
Animal sanctuary at Foxton Beach — guided tours by appointment only.
Farmyard @ Rock Creek
📍 Little River, Canterbury
Petting farm at Little River — pony rides, animal feeding, hosted by Karen.
Tussock Ridge Farm Tours
📍 Ohariu, Wellington
Small-group 4WD farm tour with wild horses and wind turbines.
Country Magic Ltd
📍 Waiau Pa, Auckland
Private farm with pony rides and birthday parties in Waiau Pa.
Trickle Creek
📍 Horokiwi, Wellington
Pony parties and farm experiences for young kids in Horokiwi.
Real New Zealand Farm Tours
📍 Christchurch Central City, Canterbury
Full-day Christchurch tour — working sheep farm, lunch, and Waipara wines.
Pony Tales Petting Farm
📍 Ngaumu, Wellington
Petting farm with quiet ponies, hosting kids' parties in the Wairarapa.
Pony Parties & Farmyard Friends
📍 Christchurch, Canterbury
Mobile pony party service in Christchurch, plus indoor party venue.
Lake Tekapo Petting Zoo
📍 Lake Tekapo, Canterbury
Petting zoo in central Lake Tekapo — merino sheep, alpacas, kunekune pigs.
Shamarra Alpacas
📍 Akaroa, Canterbury
Award-winning alpaca farm tours on the Banks Peninsula above Akaroa.
Warwickz Farm
📍 Dunsandel, Canterbury
Rare-breeds farm 30 minutes south of Christchurch — guided tours.
Sherlin Alpaca Stud
📍 West Melton, Canterbury
Walk-in alpaca farm tours 15 minutes from Christchurch.
Wild Oats Farm
📍 Nelson, Nelson
Horse trekking and farm parties at Pretty Bridge Valley, Nelson.
Silverstream Alpaca Farm Stay & Farm Tour
📍 Kaiapoi, Canterbury
Intimate alpaca tours led by passionate owner Kit near Christchurch.
Glenlothian Farm
📍 West Melton, Canterbury
Rare breed farm with 20+ species — feed wallabies and baby goats.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
📍 Dunedin, Otago South
307-hectare biodiversity sanctuary near Dunedin — takahē, tūī, and tuatara.
Blue Penguins Pukekura
📍 Harington Point, Otago South
Evening tours to see blue penguins on the Otago Peninsula.
Rotoroa Island Wildlife Sanctuary
📍 Auckland
Predator-free island sanctuary an hour from Auckland by ferry.
Auckland Botanic Gardens
📍 The Gardens, Auckland
Free 64-hectare botanic gardens in Manurewa with the Potter Children's Garden.
Wellington Waterfront Walk
📍 Te Aro, Wellington
Flat harbour walk past yachts to a lively wharf precinct with epic sunsets.
Styx River Farm
📍 Ouruhia, Canterbury
Small alpaca farm on the Styx River with guided tours and a farm shop.
Ambury Farm
📍 Māngere Bridge, Auckland
Free working Auckland Council farm with coastal walkway access.
The Brook Waimarama Sanctuary
📍 The Brook, Nelson
Hear kiwi on night tours through NZ's largest South Island sanctuary.
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