Auckland Zoo

Zoo Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand

What to expect

Auckland Zoo is a 16.35-hectare zoological garden in Auckland, New Zealand, situated next to Western Springs Park. The zoo is home to over 1,400 animals from 135 species and offers a range of experiences and function venues. It is part of Tātaki Auckland Unlimited, a council-controlled organisation run by Auckland Council. The zoo is loosely separated into areas defined by the region of origin of the species exhibited, its taxonomy, or by biome, and features several major exhibits, including Africa, Australia, Sri Lanka, South America, Te Wao Nui, and KidZone

Plan your family visit to the Auckland Zoo with these blog insights 👇

3 Day Auckland Itinerary: A Long Weekend Guide

This family's experience:

Activities: We enjoyed a private tour around Auckland Zoo as part of our guided bus tour

Highlights: We enjoyed getting up close and personal with a kiwi bird and other native animals ✨

Best Things to do in Auckland with Kids

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Auckland Zoo, home to over 1,400 animals, including elephants, rhinos, giraffes, lions, tigers, and more

Highlights: The kids loved seeing all the different animals, and we enjoyed the zoo's focus on wildlife research and conservation work ✨

Auckland – April 7 to 14, 2023

This family's experience:

Activities: We spent the entire day there, admiring the enclosures and animal welfare. We were amazed by the scenery and settings, transported to the four corners of the world. We even saw the veterinary surgery. We saw kiwis!

Highlights: It is one of the most beautiful zoos we've visited! The kids loved it. We enjoyed the quality of the enclosures and the variety of plants. It's a real splendor! The children were very excited to discover animals from all around the world ✨

Travel to New Zealand with kids - Unmissable Family Highlights

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Auckland Zoo and saw various animals

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the meerkats and monkeys, and they even became trainee keepers for carnivores, primates, and ectotherms ✨