Children’s Day at Ngā Manu
74 Ngā Manu Reserve Road, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast
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Children will enjoy FREE ENTRY to Ngā Manu Nature Reserve on Te Rā O Ngā Tamariki (Children’s Day) and can take part in FREE CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES. We have the wonderful DAIZY DESIGN FACE PAINTING onsite from midday to 2pm.
Bring a picnic and come and enjoy a fabulous family day out at Ngā Manu. Our accessible reserve protects a precious remnant of original native forest that is alive with birdsong. Experience a mix of beautiful recreational spaces; nature nooks, open lawns, and picnic spots adjacent to wetlands. Explore our network of all-weather, wheelchair and buggy friendly forest trails. Enjoy sweeping views over the Reserve to Hemi Matenga from our lookout tower. See kiwi, tuatara, kākā and kea in nocturnal displays and walk-through aviaries.
- 10AM – 4PM Children’s activities (Free)
- MIDDAY to 2PM – Daizy Design Face Painting (Free)
- 2PM – Eel Feeding Talk (Free)
Purchase an eel feeding token for $2 to have a go at feeding an eel yourself.
And don’t miss our wonderful new attraction – DWELLBEINGS. This sculpture trail will put your observation skills to the test and get everyone in the family engaged with nature as you follow the clues to seek out the 8 Dwellbeings. These tiny, abstracted dwellings are created from salvaged and reclaimed materials by renowned artists Kemi Niko & Co. and they will get you thinking about homes and habitats from the perspective of the native animals and plants that are iconic to our reserve. We’re sure you’ll have loads of fun finding them all!
As a charitable trust, your visit to Ngā Manu supports Nga Manu’s wildlife and conservation programmes – thank you!
Please Note: Visitors to Ngā Manu Nature Reserve will be required to show their My Vaccine Pass prior to entry. Social distancing is required. Masks must be worn in our Visitor Centre and nocturnal house, but are not required outside. No prior booking necessary.
T&Cs: Free entry for children (aged 0 – 17 years) with a paying adult. Our event will go ahead rain or shine with activities moving indoors if wet.
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