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 Emus galore |
1301 Akatarawa Valley Akatarawa Wellington 6007 New Zealand +64 4 526 9540 http://www.bluebank.co.nz/ |
For a close encounter of the feathered kind, kids can meet, walk around with, pat and even cuddle (chicks only!) these character birds. If birds do not attract you, pick your own blueberries for a fresh, pesticide free treat or, in December wander round and gather yourself a bunch of wildflowers. There is more than 90 emus and 17 acres of grounds (two acres of blueberries) so you can pat and/or pick for ages or just picnic in the grounds. Admission: Free. Small cost for picking blueberries and wildflowers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Joyce Chen |
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Wetland and reserve |
Ngarara Road Wellington 6010 New Zealand +64 4 293 4131 http://www.ngamanu.co.nz/ |
Nga Manu means "the birds" in the Maori language and this tranquil section of privately owned wetland and reserve is the ideal spot in which to view many of New Zealand's endangered native birds in their own environment. A major attraction is the nocturnal kiwi house and the reserve is also participates inin a tuatara breeding programme. Several kilometres of walkways traverse the park and a lookout tower affords marvellous views over the surrounding countryside. Admission: Adults NZD10; children NZD4; family NZD20. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Tom Law |
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Wildlife reserve |
Akatarawa Road Wellington 6007 New Zealand +64 4 526 7529 http://www.staglands.co.nz/ |
A short drive north of the city you will find Staglands, a wildlife reserve set in the beautiful Akatarawa Valley. Animals of all types can be found in a setting as close as possible to their natural surroundings. Walk amongst the birds in the walk-through aviaries, get as close as you would like to a kune kune pig (even her babies are cute) and feed the animals. Admission: Adults NZD12; senior citizens NZD10; children NZD6; children 3 and under free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Suzanne Phoenix |
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Zoological gardens |
200 Daniell Street Newtown Wellington 6002 New Zealand +64 4 381 6750 http://www.wellingtonzoo.com |
Founded in 1906, Wellington's zoological gardens have all the traditional attractions. Zoo management has recently extended and upgraded the facilities to include such features as the Tropical River Trail, New Zealand's newest and largest habitat exhibit. Zoo inhabitants include New Zealand natives such as the kiwi, the giant weta, the black stilt and the tuatara, as well as the more exotic species like the North American bison, the Nepalese red panda and the Sitatunga antelope. Enquire about educational programmes and overnight stays. Admission: Adults NZD12; children NZD6; family discounts available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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