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Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre, Rotorua

4.8

#8 of 22 in Wildlife in Rotorua

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Take an up-close look at birds of prey at Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre, the first and only site of its kind in New Zealand. Stop by the center's museum to discover the history of falconry and learn the important role the karearea falcon plays in the native Maori culture. Take a peek into the incubation room to see newly hatched chicks, and then enter the main aviary, featuring threatened New Zealand falcons, hawks, and owls. Afterwards you can attend the daily falconry show and see the birds in full flight. Book a guided tour for a behind-the-scenes look at the breeding, research, and display facilities. See Wingspan National Bird of Prey Centre and all Rotorua has to offer by arranging your trip with our Rotorua planner.

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By KatherineWhNZ

Absolutely amazing experience ~ surprising, educational, inspiring and really moving. An incredible team of people, passionate about these birds of prey. Wonderful display. And a place I didn't...

Absolutely amazing experience ~ surprising, educational, inspiring and really moving. An incredible team of people, passionate about these birds of prey. Wonderful display. And a place I didn't... more »
By U5687SAcherylc

I thoroughly enjoyed the ‘Flight of the Falcon’ presentation. It was a perfect summer day to sit in their outdoor seating area (outstanding views!) as we learned about the Karearea and watched 2 of..... more

I thoroughly enjoyed the ‘Flight of the Falcon’ presentation. It was a perfect summer day to sit in their outdoor seating area (outstanding views!) as we learned about the Karearea and watched 2 of..... more »
By jw100000

Very informative show and well thought out so all the audience can see and hear and be involved. Well worth a visit, and will be good to see the new centre once built

Very informative show and well thought out so all the audience can see and hear and be involved. Well worth a visit, and will be good to see the new centre once built more »

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By Steve

What a great place to visit!! They are super friendly and as you can see you get pretty close to these magnificent birds. Highly recommend for everyone, especially the kids who they try and involve as much as possible. Keep up the amazing work!

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By Ragga Girl

What an amazingly beautiful space, the kids had a blast here and its really neat to learn about all of the things at wingspan and the birds. Its definitely worth the visit.

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By Pashva Patel

From one birder to another this is an amazing experience. Being this close to some of our beautiful birds of prey was very special. Would definitely recommend

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By oliver robertson

I really recommend Wingspan. All of the speakers were knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining. It was great to see native birds of prey in person, flying around, and 'hunting'. I would go again and have been recommending it to my friends.

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By Trin S

This was an amazing experience!! Our kids 10 and 8 also enjoyed it. Very educational, entertaining and they are doing great things for these birds. Thank you for the great time!

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