Our 307 hectare Ecosanctuary is the only area of native forest in mainland South Island where indigenous plants and animals can live in the wild without threat from most introduced pests. It is home to some of New Zealand's most fascinating and rare forest wildlife.
Visit us and explore the Ecosanctuary's protected habitat where you will experience a natural encounter with South Island forest wildlife in a regenerating forest ecosystem. By visiting you will be supporting the preservation of biodiversity today and contributing towards a better tomorrow for our natural heritage. Both guided walks and unguided walking are now available.
Option 1 - Guided tour
90 minute guided walking tour with an expert and friendly guide, allowing visitors to experience the sights and sounds of the enchanting native New Zealand forest.
Option 2 - Unguided walking
We are now open for unguided walking from 9.30am daily with final permits being issued at 3.30pm daily.
Entry into our Visitor Centre is free of charge.
Departs daily at 10.30am and 1.30pm
Or contact us directly on +64 3 482 1755
Or info@orokonui.org.nz
Bookings are recommended for guided tours.
Orokonui Ecosanctuary is an exceptional education resource providing a wealth of information for all levels from early childhood to tertiary, from enthusiastic beginners to research students and our beautifully designed, spacious eco-classroom provides a versatile and dynamic learning environment.
Please contact us on info@orokonui.org.nz
or +64 3 482 1755 to discuss your education or research options.
Serving delicious delights overlooking the Ecosanctuary, Otago’s rugged Silver Peaks and the beautiful Waitati Valley. Call in for coffee and cake, lunch or a drink in one of Dunedin’s most scenic spots!
Open daily from 9.30am – 4.30pm
(not open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day)
Orokonui Ecosanctuary
PO Box 6425
Dunedin, 9059
New Zealand
Phone: +64 3 482 1755
Email: info@orokonui.org.nz
