Adult Admission to Staglands Wildlife Reserve - Open Seven Days

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 +1200

Celebrate winter - and the arrival of the cute new animal additions - by connecting with unique wildlife and beautifully preserved natural habitats at a wildlife reserve with a difference.
Get up close and personal with animals that you've only ever seen from a distance - Staglands' population includes an array of native and exotic birds, with free-roaming animals like emus, deer, goats, and even Kune Kune pigs.
Explore streams, ponds, hills and gullies, which have been created and developed over the past 54 years. Interact with wildlife in a beautiful surrounding. You can even pack a picnic and make a day of it with the complimentary BBQs and enjoy a lovely break next to the glistening Akatarawa River.
Come and see their latest exciting development - an impressive new entrance building and shop. Visit the recreated Old Bush Settlement with handcrafted church.
Enjoy fun activities including tractor-trailer rides, the lunchtime feed tours, and toasting marshmallows on the campfire.
The newly extended Café is the perfect spot to refuel and take in the views - try some kiwi favourites and fill up on some lovely fresh local cuisine.

About Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Cafe:

Staglands Wildlife Reserve & Cafe offers visitors the unique and exciting opportunity to connect with nature in a beautiful, natural environment. Feed and freely interact with wildlife in this very special place - the product of one man’s passion and vision to experience nature at its best. Located in the scenic Akatarawa Valley near Upper Hutt, Wellington, Staglands is a ‘must see’ attraction for local families and tourists visiting the Wellington region. Looking for things to do in Wellington, look no further.

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Adult Admission to Staglands Wildlife Reserve - Open Seven Days