Located just minutes from Auckland International Airport, Butterfly Creek is a fun blend of animal exhibits and amazing interactive attractions!
Immerse yourself in a tropical butterfly house and Travel back in time when dinosaurs ruled and visit the Dinosaur Kingdom with over 40 dinosaurs, some even life-sized, roaring and moving, you'll be amazed! See mermaids, unicorns and dragons come alive in our newest exhibit: Mythic Creatures.
Visit Kiwi Forest and see NZ Brown Kiwi, Wetapunga and other native species, plus meet Scar and Goldie, NZ's only saltwater crocodiles. We have alligators, bugs, and a beautiful bird aviary. You can visit Buttermilk Farm for a hands-on experience. Sit down for some home-made food at the Butterfly Creek Cafe, or relax while your children play in the free playground or ride The Admiral Express Train.
We want to assure you that you will have a fun and safe visit and have implemented a range of measures to keep you safe. Our exhibit & movement spaces are spread over a large area of around 18,000 square meters, with around 1 km of pathways. You are not confined to large numbers of other visitors - everyone is spread out over the park to ensure safe social distancing.
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We got to Butterfly creek on opening. Checking in was super easy. All staff from those at the check in desk to the keepers on site were awesome. We had a lady who looked after the meerkats spend time to explain the meerkat's stories to us. My boys 2 & 4 loved the fish tanks with the fish especially Dory & Nemo and the bunny you could pat. The highlight of the whole family was the butterfly enclosure and the crocodiles. Such a great day out for the family.
I had a wonderful day at Butterfly Creek. Every time I go there is something new! I was in time to watch a large amount of butterflies being released. There were butterflies everywhere - with many landing on delighted children. I loved the Kiwi House and the slow moving huge crocodiles. The new playground at the back of the farm looks fantastic and I love the huge variety of animals that are living there now. I am going to organize a school trip for my class - they are going to love it. Also I must mention that the food and coffee served at the cafe is delicious and the staff were all friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable.
E Definitely do again 3rd time round
Thank you for the review, we're so glad you love visiting and can't wait to see you again soon!
will come back again, had awesome time
Thank you for the wonderful review, we can't wait to see you again!
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samanthal19 from New Zealand wrote on 01 November 2024
Perfect day out with kids
Awesome place to take kids or whole family for a day out, something for everyone, staff are so friendly and accommodating. We loved all the animals and train ride especially the butterfly enclosure and petting farm. Also loved we had some beautiful photo stops throughout thank you again and can’t to be back!