Whitford Bird Gardens - Whitford, North Island, New Zealand
S 36° 56.977 E 174° 58.519
60H E 319722 N 5908801
Exotic birds, Native birds, tropical fish, sub tropical plants, art gallery...what more could you want on an interesting and informative outing.
Waymark Code: WM90KA
Location: North Island, New Zealand
Date Posted: 06/09/2010
Views: 2
The Whitford Bird Garden has been in existence for 17 years.however it has only opened to the public in recent months. It is owned by renowned New Zealand, wildlife, artist Blake Twigden who hascombined his love for nature and his knowledge of plants and birdlife in the construction of this spectacular, and stunningly colourful piece of utopia.
Within the garden is, a walk-in free flight aviary showcasing some of the most exotic birds you will ever see in New Zealand, a heated pool that is home to tropical fish from the Amazon, not to mention the 100s of native, subtropical and tropical plants that have now matured and form the backbone of this garden.
Blake has been a successful artist for many years and has exhibited widely in New Zealand, Australia, and London. Take the chance to view his work before you leave the gardens by visiting his small on-site gallery.
Visitor Information
Address:
100 Trig Road, Whitford,
Opening Hours:
Open Friday and Saturday
10:00am - 4:00pm - or by prior arrangement
Admission:
$15 per person - or
$10 per person for groups of 4 or more
Phone Contact: 09 530 8807
Street Address: 100 Trig Rd Whitford, North Island New Zealand
Admission Price: 15.00
Website for the Aviary: [Web Link]
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