Why do takahē do so much poo?  What does a kākā eat? Why are tuatara so still?

Learn from knowledgeable guides with wildlife talks throughout the day in the sanctuary.

Photo: Melissa Purnell

Included with entry to the sanctuary on Fridays and Sundays during the Festival.

Each talk will be in the sanctuary, enquire at reception for talk locations. 

Cost: $22/adult - Kids go free (up to 18 yrs) during the Festival

No booking required.

Hosted by Orokonui Ecosanctuary: Orokonui Ecosanctuary is home to many threatened species. A wide range of research and education is undertaken here as well as the raising of Haast tokoeka, one of the rarest kiwi, and successful breeding of takahē in the wild.