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Among gentle hills blanketed with native bush, Moss Green exists as a country garden. The sound of a river and the song of birds are heard as guests visit the water, fern and rose garden complete with a pond. An onsite nursery specialises in pond and damp place plants. Open daily from September to April, 10am to 5pm.
Address: 2420 Akatarawa Road Upper Hutt New Zealand
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The Karori Sanctuary stands as an oasis with an abundance of birds flying among thick flowering and fruiting trees. A predator proof reserve allows birds that are endangered on the mainland to flourish here. Visit during the day to see the amazing array. The night offers a nocturnal tour with glowworms and feeding kiwis. Open daily.
Address: 31 Waiapu Road Karori Wellington New Zealand
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Otari Wilton's Bush offers 90 acres of uncultivated native bush and 5 acres of cultivated gardens. Trails weave throughout tall grasses and even taller trees forming a 90-metre (295 ft) canopy where many birds make their home. A visitor centre is on site.
Address: 160 Wilton Road, Wilton Wellington New Zealand
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This grand garden features 26 hectares (64 acres) of wonderfully cultivated gardens including a rose garden, begonia house, memorial park, observatory, sundial and a playground. Here visitors will find a magnificent array of native and exotic flora from ferns and succulents to rhododendrons and threatened species. Open daily and free entry.
Address: 101 Glenmore Street, Thorndon Wellington New Zealand
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Designed with great care to protect the environment, Staglands is also a joy to visit with a variety of attractions. Along with streams and ponds, native plants and trees, Village Greyford at Staglands displays early settler life in New Zealand. Wildlife also thrives here and visitors will see a wonderful variety of birds and insects. The onsite Country Cafe offers hearty meals. Open daily from 10am to 5pm.
Address: Akatarawa Valley Upper Hutt Wellington New Zealand
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Within the nature reserve of Aorangi Forest Park is the popular natural wonder of the large organ pipe-looking rock formations called the Putangirua Pinnacles. Also called 'hoodoos', they were formed by erosion caused by rain and floods. Each pinnacle represents where the rock was more resistant to erosion than its surrounding rock bed, leaving behind a tower. The area is also popular for recreational pursuits such tramping and camping.
Address: Cape Palliser Road Ngwai Wellington New Zealand
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Efil Doog: read it backwards for a description of what to find at these gardens. Sculpture, bonsai trees, and an array of plant life are spread throughout 4.2 hectares (11 acres) of beautiful gardens. Also featured is an exhibition of original early New Zealand paintings by important artists. Visitors are welcome from October 1 to March 31, Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4:30pm. All other times by prior arrangement.
Address: 1995 Akatarawa Road, RD2 Upper Hutt Wellington New Zealand
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Five kilometres (3 mi) from the mainland, Kapiti Island is a land preserved from development, encouraging native flora and fauna to flourish. Within the island are two other reserves, the Nga Bird Sanctuary and a marine reserve. Today, many birds that are endangered elsewhere thrive on the island such as the little spotted Kiwi that is extinct on the mainland. Only 50 visitors are permitted on the island each day and a permit to visit much be purchased before visiting. There are a couple of tour companies that provide authorized visits to Kapiti Island.
Address: . Kapiti Island New Zealand
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Jubilee Park
A natural reserve, Jubilee Park is of note not only for its beautiful natural surroundings, but for its historic significance as well. Inside the garden walls is the Minoh Friendship House complete with a cultivated woodland garden. The park also contains many walking tacks and designated picnic areas. Open daily.
Address: . Lower Hutt New Zealand
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Belmont Regional Park
A meandering valley filled with native bush, gentle hills and expansive farmland provides visitors and locals with a great space for a variety of activities, from picnicking and walking to mountain biking and tramping.
Address: Belmont Lower Hutt Wellington New Zealand
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Awaiti Gardens
Six acres of greenery include walkways lined with lavender, water features and a cottage tearoom that is over a hundred year old. A gift shop is also on site. Open September to May, Tuesday to Saturday from 10am to 4pm.
Address: Chester Road Carterton New Zealand
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Riverleigh Lodge
An array of flora and fauna make Riverleigh Lodge a special place for all ages. Part gardens, part wetlands and part animal park, Riverleigh offers native and exotic birds, hand-reared animals, picnic areas and a cafe—all within idyllic surroundings. Horse trekking and accommodation are also available.
Address: Mt. Holdsworth Road Masterton New Zealand
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Encompassing 942 hectares (acres) of native bush, forests, lakes and streams, Mount Bruce is a reserve designed to protect this natural landscape and its wildlife. The land and air is teaming with life, from endangered birds to billions of invertebrates. The Visitor Centre is dedicated to protecting these species by promoting breeding, conservation, and educational programmes. Visitors to the park can also explore the nocturnal house and wetlands area. A small shop and tearoom are also on site.
Address: RD1 State Highway 2 Masterton Wellington New Zealand
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Visitors are welcome for a pastoral getaway of blueberry picking and emu visiting. The blueberries are organic and the emus friendly in a quiet meadow not far from town with guides offering tours of the farm. The shop offers a variety of blueberry and emu products as well as pottery, fudge and hand-made candles. Open daily from December to March, 10am to 6pm.
Address: 1301 Akatarawa Road Akatarawa Valley New Zealand
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Birds of a feather meet at Emudale—a farm full of emus, from chicks to adults, as well as animals from other walks of life such as sheep, goats, eels, pigs, donkeys, ducks, peacock, and hens and rooster. This hands on tour is a delight for all ages. The farm is situated on a grassy meadow for a complete idyllic experience. A wide range of emu products are available from the Emudale shop. Tours available from Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 4pm.
Address: 331 Maungakotukutuku Road Paraparaumu New Zealand
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New Zealand's oldest zoo, the Wellington Zoo was founded in 1906. Over the years, it has built up its population to over 400 animal ambassadors including endangered species such as sun bears and the Sumatran tiger. Native New Zealand animals are here such as the popular brown kiwi, and the elusive Tuatara, an animal unchanged since the age of the dinosaurs. Dedicated to conservationism, the zoo also offers a large range of programs for community involvement from educational programs to animal adoptions.
Address: Manchester Street, Newtown Park, Newtown Wellington New Zealand
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