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Wellington's hidden treasure 

Staglands Wildlife Reserve offers a unique and fun experience for people of all ages to feed and freely interact with birds and animals in an environment that has been created with nature’s materials. Staglands is the product of one man’s passion and vision to experience nature at its best and is a real ‘hidden treasure’, as it is located in the beautiful Akatarawa Valley in Upper Hutt, Wellington. Staglands is a ‘must see’ attraction for anyone either living in, or visiting the Wellington region.

The Wildlife reserve is a great place for school visits/activities, picnics, BBQ’s or if you are looking for things to do in Wellington with your family and friends that’s different from animal farm parks or Zoo’s.

There is also Staglands cozy café - a stunning log building with an open fire, outdoor seating, BBQ/picnic area and a great sumptuous menu.

For information on opening hours and prices please click here

Functions and Events
Staglands Wildlife Reserve is also a wonderful location to hold your next corporate event, wedding, family celebration, Christmas party, childrens birthday party, school visit, or special occasion. It’s a Wellington venue with a difference and we have amazing group and function facilities with The Barn and Café that are available for hire.


Conservation
Staglands Wildlife Reserve is actively involved in the conservation of threatened New Zealand native birds and rare breeds. These include the Blue Duck, NZ Bush Falcon, KakaKea and the Kune Kune and Auckland Island Pigs. Liaison with the Department of Conservation helps to ensure their long term survival. 
 


Staglands News 

Mega Duck Grab pool party on 26th March
As part of the annual fundraising Duck race down the Hutt River organised by Ducks R Us there will be a Pool Party at H2O Xtream on the night of 26th March. Staglands are proud to be supporting with some prizes.


Staglands Treasure Hunt - Winners announced
Between 16 - 31 January we held a Treasure Hunt at Staglands. To find out who the winners were and also where the treasure was located see our Special Offers section.


New Animals
With spring here we have a lot of new animals popping up. The latest are Auckland Island piglets and cute little Kune Kune piglet... plus lots more

School visits
 
We have special rates for school groups and holiday programs. Be sure that you visit Staglands as part of your itinerary. Great for all ages and the kids will love it!

 

Open Daily 10am - 5pm

(except Christmas day)

Staglands

Akatarawa Valley
RD2
Upper Hutt
Wellington

Ph: 04 526 7529

Annual Pass Functions & Events Special Offers