Willowbank Wildlife Reserve
- Address: 60 Hussey Road, Christchurch
- Hours: Open daily 9:30am - 10pm
- Admission: Adults: NZ$25, Children: NZ$10
ATTRACTION Keywords:
Cultural Experience,
Nature & Wildlife,
Park / Garden,
Zoo
Have a memorable hands-on meeting with New Zealand's unique animals at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve. Mixing lighthearted entertainment with more serious conservation issues, there are Maori cultural performances in the evening and dinner packages combining a Taste NZ menu and guided tour.
Conservation is key at Willowbank, revealing the negative impact of settlement on New Zealand's wildlife and ecosystems, the lessons learned and the plans for the future.
Visitors meet endangered indigenous species, and learn about the conservation work that's ensuring their survival. Animals encountered include ostrich, emu, capuchin monkeys, turtles, lemurs and gibbons.
The farmyard heritage section of the wildlife park includes Clydesdale horses, pigs, goats and llamas.
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Review by Harry C., Netherlands, March 2011
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Practical Info
Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is a 15-minute drive north of central Christchurch. The Christchurch Best Attractions Black Bus connects Willowbank with the city center throughout the day.
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