Enjoy an immersive wildlife experience with both exotic and native animals at Orana Wildlife Park, which is home to over 1,000 animals of over 90 species.
Hand-feed majestic Rothschild's giraffes from an elevated platform as they gently stretch out their long necks and tongues to accept food directly from you.
Step into the darkened Kiwi House and watch New Zealand’s iconic flightless birds forage during the daily feeding session while learning fascinating facts from wildlife guides.
Follow the park’s schedule of daily animal feeds and talks featuring lions, rhinos, otters, cheetahs, and more—each session offering a closer look into the animals’ lives and conservation stories.
Wander through aviaries filled with native birds, encounter ancient reptiles like the tuatara, and meet friendly farm animals including sheep, goats, and llamas in the farmyard area.
Located just 15 minutes from Christchurch city and its international airport, Orana Wildlife Park spans 80 hectares of open-range landscape. Visitors can access this conservation and education-focused wildlife park in Christchurch, which is well-known for its gardens, historic buildings, and the entry point to the South Island. The only open-range zoo in New Zealand, Orana Wildlife Park, is home to more than 1,000 animals from more than 90 species.
Visiting Orana Wildlife Park offers an incredible opportunity to observe animals thriving in expansive, naturalistic settings. At the Great Ape Centre, guests have the unique opportunity to encounter New Zealand's sole gorillas, get an intimate look at white rhinos, and hand-feed Rothschild's giraffes from a specially designed elevated platform. Lions, cheetahs, otters, meerkats, and unusual native species like kiwis and tuataras are among the many animals that the park features every day through entertaining feeds and shows. You can also observe birds, reptiles, and domestic animals in the walk-through aviaries and farmyard area. With the free Safari Shuttle, you can see a wide variety of wildlife in a single visit. Enjoy informative commentary as you walk through the park and immerse yourself in nature.
Operational Timings: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM