Willowbank Wildlife Reserve

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve is Christchurch's premier wildlife sanctuary, just 15 minutes from the city center. Home to New Zealand's iconic kiwi birds and over 400 native and exotic species, this award-winning reserve offers close-up animal encounters in natural habitats.

Loved by over 55 million guests worldwide

Slide 1 of 8, Capuchin monkeys exploring lush greenery.

Visitors entering Willowbank Wildlife Reserve entrance.

Group of ring-tailed lemurs huddled together in a lush green enclosure.

Kiwi bird walking on forest floor in New Zealand.

Tuatara resting on a rock surrounded by green foliage.

Siamang Gibbon with lush green background.

Takahe bird standing on rocks in a natural habitat.

Kaka parrots interacting in a natural setting.

Willowbank Wildlife Reserve Tickets

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See New Zealand’s ‘Big 5’, the kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara, and kiwi, at Christchurch's Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
Entry includes access to the reserve and guaranteed kiwi viewing.
Hand-feed farm animals and spot over 50 unique wildlife species as you explore the reserve (purchase extra)
Special nocturnal house lets you observe kiwi birds up close, with no glass between you and the action.
Learn about conservation efforts and endangered species in a natural, family-friendly setting.

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See New Zealand’s ‘Big 5’, the kea, kaka, takahe, tuatara, and kiwi, at Christchurch's Willowbank Wildlife Reserve.
Entry includes access to the reserve and guaranteed kiwi viewing.
Hand-feed farm animals and spot over 50 unique wildlife species as you explore the reserve (purchase extra)
Special nocturnal house lets you observe kiwi birds up close, with no glass between you and the action.
Learn about conservation efforts and endangered species in a natural, family-friendly setting.