Wild Kiwi Encounter

Wildlife encounter Queenstown, Otago, New Zealand

What to expect

Wild Kiwi Encounter is a family-owned wildlife centre in the heart of Queenstown, dedicated to saving endangered wildlife species. The centre is home to over 20 species of native wildlife, including New Zealand's national icon, the Kiwi, and the living fossil, the Tuatara. Visitors can enjoy an unforgettable experience viewing Kiwi and learning about these fascinating birds from qualified wildlife professionals in a specially designed nocturnal house. The centre also offers a 30-minute free-flight show, allowing visitors to get up close and personal with the most fascinating and endangered wildlife. By visiting Wild Kiwi Encounter, visitors are directly supporting conservation efforts

Plan your family visit to the Wild Kiwi Encounter with these blog insights 👇

family travel blog favicon

27 Best Things To Do In Queenstown With Kids

27 Best Things To Do In Queenstown With Kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Kiwi Birdlife Park to see the Kiwi birds

Highlights: The kids loved seeing the flightless birds and learning about conservation efforts ✨