Sanctuary Explorer Pass

Listen to the sounds of the forest and marvel at the biodiversity with over 5 km of wide, metaled walking tracks.  Our sanctuary is accessible to most (suitable for pushchairs - please phone us for details) and there are plenty of seats along the way.  Some conveniently placed near nectar feeding stations where hihi - stichbird and korimako - bellbird like to visit.  Give it time and a friendly pītoitoi - North Island robin might come along and say kia ora - hello!

As you explore with your visitor guide map, keep an eye out for all the interesting interpretation panels along the way. Make sure you call into the clearing where you may have the opportunity to see one of our cheeky kākā - New Zealand forest parrot and take a walk on the wild-side with a treetop view from our 16 metre high observation tower.

Your Sanctuary Explorer Pass is for entry to the structures and sites in Te Tūī a Tāne southern enclosure. This fee helps us maintain these facilities including the viewing tower, aviary and signage, as well as supporting our conservation work in this very special place.

Already booked to join one of our fabulous, guided tours? This Sanctuary Explorer Day Pass is complimentary and automatically included with your guided tour experience. 

Frequent visitors should consider our great value annual passes.

***Please note your Sanctuary Explorer Pass is valid for 6 months from purchase date and can only be used during daylight hours on the day it is redeemed. It can be collected/or bought on the day from reception at Manu Tīoriori Visitor Centre. Closed 25 December.***  

Opening hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm daily. Closed 25th December.
Standard booking terms and conditions apply.