Nature and and wildlife viewing experience you won't forget. Wildlife viewing, eco and nature tour experience in the Wairarapa.

Experience some of New Zealand’s endangered wildlife up close and in the wild. Learn about what is being done to save kiwi, tuatara, kokako, kaka and return them to our forest.

Pukaha Mount Bruce is New Zealand's National Wildlife Centre for conservation of some of our most endangered wildlife. We are also a centre for environmental education and an eco tourism destination. Kiwi, kokako, kaka and other wildlife are now being restored to the forest with the support of the local community

Experience a tranquil bush walk through the last remnant of the once magnificent "70 mile Bush". The ancient forest of rimu, rata and kamahi is a living reminder of what existed before much of the bush and wildlife were destroyed.

Find out about the intriguing history of New Zealand’s native tuatara. You will have an opportunity to get up close to New Zealand’s oldest living reptile and learn about how these incredible species have survived in New Zealand for several million years.

Eyeball a wild kaka. Every day at 3pm these cheeky forest parrots will delight you with their antics. Hear about how kaka have been returned to the wild at Pukaha Mount Bruce after a 50 year absence and learn about the important role they have to play in the ongoing survival of the forest.

Candid pictures of this ‘forest clown’ are almost guaranteed so be sure to bring your camera.

Interactive displays in the visitor centre are fascinating and fun for children and adults alike. Intriguing stories are told about Pukaha Mount Bruce and its vision, challenges and achievements via interpretation displays. The souvenir shop, offers a fabulous range of New Zealand-made gifts.