Orana Wildlife Park

Unique animal encounters are a specialty of Orana: hand feed majestic giraffe, meet mighty rhino up close, travel through the lion habitat on a special vehicle (conditions apply). View kiwi & a range of NZ animals. Scheduled animal feeds occur daily.

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  • Phone +64 3 359 7109
Feeding Giraffe

About

Set in 80 hectares of tranquil grounds, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand's only open range zoo and is located 15 minutes drive from Christchurch airport. Experience unique encounters: hand feed giraffe, meet rhino up close and watch tigers search for food. A range of behind the scenes tours are offered: travel through the lion habitat, interact with a cheetah or feed a lemur (contact us for costs, conditions and availability of behind the scenes tours). See monkeys, meerkats, otters and more. An extensive NZ native collection features kiwi and a range of native birds and reptiles. Guided tours operate daily and scheduled animal feeds occur regularly throughout the day. A cafe and fantastic wildlife gift shop are on-site.

Opening times

  • Business hours: 10am to 5pm, 7 days. (other hours by arrangement for functions). Closed Christmas Day.
  • Months of operation: All months of the year

Facilities and Features

  • Proximity to airport: Close to Christchurch airport - 15 minutes drive (north-west) from the airport.
  • Proximity to town: Easy drive to Orana from town

Physical address

Orana Wildlife Park, McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch, Christchurch - Canterbury, New Zealand.

Pricing and Conditions

Adult $21.00 - $25.00
  • Other charges: Additional cost for encounters such as the Lion Encounter and Cheetah Encounter
  • Further pricing information: Commission rate available on application. Other rates for special tours, functions and behind the scenes tours available on request.

Contact us by

  • Phone +64 3 359 7109
  • Fax +64 3 359 4330

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