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ZEALANDIA: The Karori Sanctuary Experience

31 Waiapu Road | Karori, Wellington 6141, New Zealand
+6449209200
Ranked #4 of 127 attractions in Wellington
4.5 of 5 stars 166 Reviews
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Type: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveller Description:     Just 5 minutes from downtown Wellington, a unique eco-tourism and conservation project is taking shape. Discover a unique predator-free sanctuary... more »
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New Zealand
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Wrap up warm and go on one of the night walks around the sanctuary - I have been twice with freinds and both times seen a kiwi stomping about in the bushes - they are bigger than you think and very impressive to see in a free roaming place!

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Hamilton, Bermuda
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25 reviews 25 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

What a place in the heart of a city. We saw tuataras and much more. A wonderful place for apicnic and a great place to escape from the hurly burly of city life.

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Wellington, New Zealand
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

This place is wonderful!! Entry is relatively expensive for a family but well worth it if you can afford it. The peace and quiet of native bush, the seats by the lake and the birds singing..surperb. There is a very good information centre as well with staff on hand to answer any questions you may have. There are guided tours... More

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Wellington
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Walk amongst some lovely NZ bush, listen to the birds, see some wetas! Nice place to go for a stroll.

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Blenheim, New Zealand
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW
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This is an amazing wildlife sanctuary within 10 mins drive of the city. A diverse array of native birds, reptiles and insects with bush walks in naturally regenerating native bush. There is also a great display of NZ's flora and fauna and it is a great cause.

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See 3 more reviews by fitzy147 for Wellington
port waikato
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012

did not go through the park had a good look in the loverly building and had lunch in the cafe,which was very good

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Wellington
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Unless you just want to stay in your hotel and be lazy, it´s and expensive and disappointing experience. Otherwise save your money on some good trampoing shoes and get out there yourself.

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Perth, Australia
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40 reviews 40 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012
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If you like wildlife this place is a must do in Wellington It was a little chilly the day we went and we only had 3 hours but it was totally worth it ! My only regret is not allowing a little more time to do it , 3 hours is Only just enough to do the basic walk and... More

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Thames, New Zealand
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012
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We stayed in Wellington an extra day just so that we could see Zealandia. We were NOT disappointed. A lot of the native fauna stayed hidden but that was to be expected. We spent 3 hours there and could have spent more. Next time we are in Wellington Zealandia will be our first port of call. Many thanks for a... More

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Wellington, New Zealand
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
1
person found this review helpful

Took visiting parents and although thet dont live here they are members of this place. Conservation dream, we love it.

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