Visit Us
Opening hours:
Forest Sanctuary is open 8am – 8pm.
Homestead is open by appointment only.
Koha Entry
Getting here:
Only 25 minutes north of Whanganui. See below for map and directions.
Please remember we are a mainland predator-free island.
NO DOGS or other pets are allowed on-site
Before you come please check your vehicles and bags for rats and mice, weed seeds or plant material.
15km/hr speed limit on the driveway; please look out for our birds.
Please contact us if you need to bring a bus on-site so we can provide appropriate guidelines on the day.
Wear comfortable walking gear to suit weather conditions.
Visitor Centre
Explore our Visitor Centre and learn more about our conservation story.
Walking tracks
Over three hours of tracks to suit a range of walking abilities, including meandering forest trails, wetland boardwalks, and rest areas. Watch the hihi at the bird feeders. Find Rātānui, one of Aotearoa’s New Zealand’s largest northern rātā trees.
Guided tours
Guided forest and homestead tours are available for individuals and groups. Contact the Homestead below. Booking required.
Education groups
An outdoor education programme is available for schools. See our Education page.
Accommodation
Bed and breakfast packages available in the Homestead with meal options. For all accommodation options see our Homestead page.
Venue hire
The Homestead is available for private functions, weddings, events, conferences and retreats. See our Homestead page.
Refreshments
Devonshire tea, light lunches and afternoon tea for day visitor available on request.- pre-booking required. See our Homestead page.
how to get here
Tarapuruhi Bushy Park is an easy half-hour drive on State Highway 3 north from the Whanganui i-site, or two hours south from New Plymouth.
Turn off onto Rangitātau East Road at Kai Iwi village. Follow the road for about 10 minutes.
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TARAPURUHI
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Forest Sanctuary
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OPENING HOURS
Forest Sanctuary open 8am – 8pm everyday
Homestead open by appointment only
ADDRESS
791 Rangitatau East Rd
RD8 Kai Iwi
Whanganui
