Brook Waimārama Sanctuary
Nelson Central
651 Brook Street, Nelson, Nelson Central
Come and experience conservation in the making at the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary, the largest fenced haven for endangered species in the South Island including a number of rare and endangered species such as kakariki karaka, tuatara and kiwi.
The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary is a 690-hectare, pest-free forest where native wildlife thrive. It offers a place to reconnect with nature, breathe deeply, and experience the life force (mauri) of Aotearoa’s wild places - all less than 10 minutes from Nelson city centre. Our guided tours or immersive experiences offer a rare opportunity to connect with native New Zealand flora and fauna in a stunning, predator-free environment. Whether you’re walking our 15km of walk trails through lush native forest, exploring after dark on a night tour or taking part in one of our seasonal experiences, every visit supports vital conservation efforts. Begin your journey at our visitor centre for maps, friendly advice or our range of nature gifts.
Pricing and Conditions
| Adult: $15.00 - $25.00 |
| Child: $9.00 - $15.00 15 year(s) and under |
Other Charges
Tours are available at different rates.
Conditions
Guided tours and experiences are available - visit us for further availability www.brooksanctuary.org.nz/guided-tours
Operating Months
All year round
Operational Hours
Tuesday - Sunday (summer), Wednesday - Sunday (winter). Opening times vary, check website for details.
Weather Considerations
If there has been a lot of rain some of the river crossings will not be possible (this does not apply to the fully accessible loop track which has bridges).
Activity Duration
Hours vary, open Fri-Sat-Sun all year round, open all public holidays except Christmas Day. Check our website or Facebook for current opening days/times.
Contact details
Address: 651 Brook Street, Nelson, Nelson Central
Email: info@brooksanctuary.org.nz
Phone: +64 3 539 4920
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