Situated just a few minutes away from downtown Wellington, Zealandia is home to some of New Zealand's most rare and extraordinary wildlife. Formerly known as Karori Wildlife Sanctuary, Zealandia is a protected wild region set around a picturesque reservoir. It is a community driven eco- restoration project. Since the formation of Zealandia, birds on the brink of extinction such as tuatara, hihi, saddleback and the little spotted kiwi have been conserved. While on your visit to Zealandia, you will get to see some of New Zealand's rarest birds, reptiles and insects living in their natural habitat.

• Last admission at 4 p.m.
• Night Tours are for people aged 12 years and above. Prior booking for Night tours is mandatory.

General Admission (sanctuary and exhibition entry):

• Adults: $17.50
• Family (2 adults and upto 3 kids): $44
• Children (5-18): $9
• Children under 5: Free admission
• Students and Seniors (ID required): $14
• Members: Free

Exhibition Only:

• Adults: $7.50
• Family (2 adults and upto 3 kids): $20
• Children (5-18): $5
• Children under 5: Free admission
• Students and Seniors (ID required): $6
• Members: Free

Night Tours:

• Only Guided Tour:
• Adults: $75
• Children (12-18): $36
• Students and Seniors (ID required): $60
• Members: 50% off

Package (night tour + general admission):

• Adults: $85
• Children (12-18): $41
• Students and Seniors (ID required): $69

• Admission for Zealandia Members: 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cafe Timings: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Timings for Night Tours keep changing. Please check official website for bookings.

• Complimentary shuttle service (11 seater van) picks up visitors from i-SITE office and Cable Car site. Check official website for pick up timings.
• Busses number 3 and 23 stop close to Zealandia.
• John’s Hop On Hop Off City Tour busses.

• Rata Cafe

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