This was a great experience. The park showcases lots of native New Zealand bird species, as well as some reptiles and fish. The kiwi talks are well worthwhile - not only was it very informative, but it was a great experience to see kiwis up close. Conservation is at the heart of the Kiwi Park, and they do fantastic work.

I had a great time at the Kiwi Park! I spent three hours there and attended the Kiwi encounter and conservation show, which were both very engaging and educational. The staff were so kind and welcoming, they were all willing to chat and offer more information. I also learned a lot that I didn’t already know about bees and New Zealand honey which was an added positive. The only downside (which isn’t the fault of the staff or park) is that several other visitors ignored the rules and took flash photography of the Kiwis which was really disappointing - please don’t do that if you visit! I’d gladly come back and bring more people with me, a highlight of my trip to Queenstown for sure.

We spent 2 hours at the Kiwi Park this morning and loved it. The young lady who did the conservation show at 1100 was brilliant, so knowledgeable and a credit to the park. We loved seeing all the birds up close but the Kiwi encounter is very special. You need to take time for your eyes to adjust but we managed to see all 4 Kiwis! It was just amazing, they move quickly and sometimes they come right up close to the glass.

Kiwi Park is an educational experience in the heart of Queenstown that is not to be missed. We enjoyed the pre-paid entry, the audio self-guided tour, and the Kiwi encounter. The trail contains many exhibits that wind through the hill and nature streams. Some of the endangered birds are in cages where they can be readily seen on branches or on the ground. The Kiwis are restricted as far as taking photos and exposure to light, so it’s a good idea to see the show. We also enjoyed the habitats that are available to walk through. The Māori cultural exhibits were interesting. Tip: Spend about 2-3 hours here. Dress appropriately in walking shoes and bring water.

This little park is wonderful, lots of birds and even reptiles. Plus 4 kimi in a dark enclosure where they can be seen actively hunting for food. The enclosures are large and feel natural. The animals are well-treated. The conversation talk is very informative.

I've been fascinated by the Kiwi, so it was wonderful to see them in captivity at this bird park. It took a while to adjust to the darkness but then you could see them in their natural habitat. Many other bird species to view as well.

I am not that into birds...however, I had a really good time here. We arrived just in time for the 10 AM Kiwi "Viewing". I would recommend going in a few minutes prior as it takes quite a while for one's eyes to adjust to the total darkness. We stumbled around attempting to see one of the four resident Kiwis while our eyes gradually adjusted. Soon, a naturalist gave an informal presentation of the four...and they were all just delightful in their own ways. After that presentation, we wandered through the various and lovely pathways, seeing tons of birds with excellent signage describing what we were seeing. Eventually we attended the Conservation Show (both the Kiwi and Conservation Show are included in the price of admission.). The Conservation Show was excellent as well; both informative and humorous. The little cafe and honey shop as well as the compact gift show all are very new and zen adding up to a better than expected visit to the Kiwi Park.

We got off the gondola and took a walk through Kiwi Park. It was OK, but nothing really exciting. We got to see a kiwi in the tour, but the rest of the park was nice, but not worth the $52.00 admission fee.

Ok, so this requires a little explanation. The price of this experience is $50 and so a little high. The money does go to support the preservation of the park and the animals. My original expectation was that this was going to be an average animal park with little or nothing to do and so I was hesitant to do it. They do some shows where they introduce you to different animals, mostly birds which is fun and relatively short. It is a short walk around with a variety of different bird habitats and enclosures. However, there is really only one reason to visit and that is to see the Kiwi birds. Please read the below because it should help you in determining whether this experience is right for you. The Kiwis are nocturnal birds and as such, they have designed an enclosure for them that is pitch black. When we visited they had 5 birds in total and each in their own enclosure within the main visiting area. They do an almost hourly talk on the birds, what they eat, etc. which is helpful. You must commit some time to visiting them because you need a while for your eyes to adjust to the very low light environment. You cannot hold them, touch them or even take pictures of them. At first you will not be able to see them at all as they are both fast and your eye sight will be poor. After about 10 minutes, your eyes will adjust to the light. Each bird is kept separate and you can see each of them individually. They are quite active and running around with their long beaks. They are quite cute and have a funny walk. We spent nearly 45 minutes with them and seeing each of them. Once your eyes have adjusted you will be able to seem them from across the room easily and you can watch them wander around, eating and jumping (they don’t fly), which is most enjoyable. Again, if this experience or the price does not sound good to you, I would frankly skip it entirely as this is the real highlight. If you are interested in seeing a Kiwi, which is nearly impossible otherwise, and would enjoy spending time watching them after allowing your eyes to adjust to the light, then this is a wonderful experience. Just providing this detail to help you make an informed decision.

We were looking forward to seeing Kiwis, and were not disappointed! On arrival you have the option to collect a head set to give you a self guided tour, it would help greatly if the numbers for each stop were more prominently displayed, we found it a bit of a nuisance to have to hunt for the corresponding numbers. The trails/walkways could be a bit of a challenge for some with mobility issues. Don’t miss the conservation show, the keeper who ran this did an outstanding job, we found it most interesting. Although I’m not sure about the rats 😂. The Kiwi encounter was good, we were lucky enough to see the kiwi & it was very busy hunting for its lunch!

We went here today as our eldest daughter loves birds, the park itself is surprisingly large with a fair bit of walking between enclosures and some hills which may be problematic for young kids or elderly. We went to the show and saw only one bird fly from one perch to another and a possum for about 2mins - it was pretty poor particularly compared to shows we have seen in Australia such as Currumbin Sanctuary and Australia Zoo- the kiwi enclosures are good and worth a look to see a rare bird. All in all it was very disappointing compared to other bird experiences we have seen and at almost $120 per family probably double what I would think it is worth, I know it goes to conservation, but felt a bit like a tourist trap.

I checked out the Kiwi Park near the base of the Skyline gondola. It was worth the admission. The tuataras weren’t in their reptile house but I got to see one during their conservation show. Pretty cool looking! The set up of the park was good as you walked along several pathways. I loved the Kiwi house and enjoyed the guide talk. I saw 3 out of the 4 kiwis there. The various native birds looked healthy and had places to hide if they didn’t want to be seen. I love that the buff weka walked past you to get to the other side of the enclosure.

Very good park to visit to learn all about the kiwis plus other native NZ species and how they are trying to stop/eliminate the introduced animals that have devastated their numbers. It was a cold and rainy day when we went but it didn't stop us from seeing everything. Complimentary umbrellas provided and they even had blankets and heated hot water bottles for the sit-down area where the keeper talks are held, it was also undercover. All the staff were very friendly.

Fabulous and informative , hands on experience in some parts . A must do if you are in Queenstown .

Visitors should be aware that the park entrance is located at the top of a steep hill near the Skyline in Queenstown, and the whole park is set on the side of a hill so you are walking up and down steep hills throughout your whole visit. Unfortunately, one of our group had a knee injury and was not able to participate in this visit as a result. We noticed however, that the terrain of the park was not mentioned on any of the tourist information or pamphlets we had.