How long does it take to get around Orana Park?
Orana Wildlife Park is set on 80 hectares of land and is home to over 1000 animals. The average visit duration is 3-5 hours….Animal Feeds & Tours.
| Monday | Farmyard |
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| Tuesday | Farmyard |
| Wednesday | Farmyard |
| Thursday | Farmyard |
| Friday | Farmyard |
Does Orana Park have gorillas?
Orana Wildlife Park is home to New Zealand’s only gorillas! Our duo consists of two brothers – Fataki (a 190kg silverback) and Fuzu. The gorillas are housed in Orana’s $6M Great Ape Centre – the most ambitious project ever undertaken by the Park.
Does Orana Park have otters?
Ikan, Bajak, Tiga (aged 3), Siak and Tuk (2) are Asian small-clawed otters and were transferred from Perth Zoo to Orana as part of the managed conservation breeding programme for these cheeky creatures. “Our team is delighted to welcome otters back to Orana. Our last animals sadly passed away in 2016 due to old age.
Is Orana Park closing?
The society that was responsible for establishing Orana Wildlife Park is winding down after 50 years. The South Island Zoological Society (SIZS) was formed in 1970 with a vision to create a major wildlife park in Christchurch.
What time is giraffe feeding at Orana Park?
Hand feed a giraffe You can have the unique opportunity to hand feed our majestic giraffe. This wonderful wildlife encounter occurs every day at 12:00pm and 3:00pm. Be amazed at the gracefulness of these gentle giants as they strip the leaves from the branch you feed them. Check out the size of their massive tongue!
What animals do they have at Orana Park?
Plan Your Visit
- NZ’s only gorillas.
- Hand feed a giraffe.
- Lion encounter.
- Kiwi feed / native encounters.
- Meet a rhino.
- Farmyard.
- Tasmanian Devils.
How big is Oranapark?
50 ha
Orana-Mcleans-Waimakariri Zoo/Area
How many animals are in Orana Park?
400
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Can dogs go to Orana Park?
An extensive collection of New Zealand native species is of particular appeal for visitors. Observe New Zealand kiwi, tuatara and a range of endangered birds. Orana Wildlife Park has one of the most comprehensive public displays of native geckos. A farmyard area enables visitors to pet a range of domestic animals.
When did Orana Park open?
1976
Orana-Mcleans-Waimakariri Zoo/Opened
HISTORY – HOW IT ALL BEGAN… In 1970, the South Island Zoological Society was formed with a vision for a major wildlife park in Christchurch. Six years later, their dream became a reality with the opening of Orana Wildlife Park, a drive-through open range zoo, in 1976.
How many lions does Orana Park have?
They included 18 lions, six of which were cubs, two tiger cubs, two donkeys, two camels, two water buffalo and two Shetland ponies. Nowadays the park, which sits on 80ha of McLeans Island land, has about 400 animals representing 70 species.
Are there pandas in New Zealand?
The pandas could be located at Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington or Christchurch zoos. But giant pandas pushed all the right buttons, she said. “They’re iconic animals and there’s only 1500 of them left. They are one of the rarest animals on the planet.”
Where is Orana Wildlife Park in New Zealand?
Orana Wildlife Park (Christchurch, New Zealand) is located at 793 McLeans Island Road, 9 kilometres from the State Highway 1 turn-off. The Park is within 15 minutes’ drive (north-west) of Christchurch International Airport. Please note, there are currently no public bus routes that service Orana Wildlife Park.
Where are the gorillas in Christchurch New Zealand?
Open Range Zoo, Christchurch NZ | Orana Wildlife Park The Park is home to New Zealand’s only gorillas. Set in 80 hectares within 15 minutes’ drive of Christchurch Airport, Orana Wildlife Park provides the ultimate animal adventure. We get you up close and personal with the animals.
Which is the only open range zoo in New Zealand?
Set in 80 hectares of tranquil grounds, within 15 minutes’ drive of Christchurch Airport, Orana Wildlife Park is New Zealand’s only open range zoo. Orana specialises in providing unique animal encounters in an open range setting. We get you up close and personal with our wonderful animals!