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Step through the pest-proof gate into another world where ancient New Zealand forest towers majestically above well-maintained walking tracks and the air is filled with birdsong. Enjoy a variety of hikes and bush walks around our eco-sanctuary, take a guided walking tour or a nature walk and discover why this conservation project is so special.

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Explore Te Tūī a Tāne (Southern Enclosure) at your own pace. Call into the Manu Tīoriori visitor centre (99 Tari Road), to collect your Sanctuary Explorer Pass and Visitor Guide with the map. You can pre-purchase your Sanctuary Explorer Pass. Plan your self-guided visit.

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Guided walking tours

Be guided on your visit with one of our knowledgeable guides, consider our classic Ancient Forest Guided Walk or if you're short on time enjoy one of our highlights tours to learn more about this amazing project. Families will particularly enjoy a visit to the Tautari wetlands to meet our toanga species, tuatara and takahē. You might also enjoy an experience to support your wellbeing or explore the night forest. Learn more about our guided walks.

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Free walks & hikes

The northern enclosure located at Hicks Road. There are minimal facilities but the bush walks make a lovely day trip. The Wairere Traverse (Over The Mountain) Track takes approximately 5 hours to complete, north-to-south. This area is a public reserve and is completely open to the public to enjoy year round. Plan your trip with care.

Group visits

We cater for all groups both local and international and are keen to help you plan your visit, whether with one of our exceptional guides or educators, or as a self-guided group. We also offer health and wellbeing experiences designed for corporates and have a reputable conservation education programme. Get in contact to ensure a great experience for your group. Learn more about options for groups.

Some important information

What you need to know

Opening hours & access

Manu Tioriori visitor centre is open from 9:00am to 4:00pm daily (closed 25th December). Snacks and beverages are available only.

Entrance to the southern enclosure (Te Tui a Tāne) is available during Manu Tioriori opening hours.

The Tautari wetlands and tuatarium are only accessible to the public on a guided tour during Manu Tioriori opening hours.

Wairere Traverse (Over the Mountain track) is accessible at any time of the day however for safety of the public and of our flora and fauna we do not recommend visiting after dark.