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Orana Wildlife Park

4.4(4,737 reviews)

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Set on South Island, Orana Wildlife Park is a local business. The zoo at 793 McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, Nueva Zelanda, gives the venue its place on the island. That address places the park in the Harewood area of Christchurch, one of the nearby places that frame a visit.

Orana Wildlife Park is known as a zoo, and its reputation rests on the animal collection it keeps at that Christchurch address. Visitors have given it a 4.4 out of 5 average across 4737 reviews, a record that reflects steady satisfaction among its visitors. The park sits within reach of Christchurch, and the surrounding towns of Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura sit across the island. First-time visitors should expect a zoo visit built around the animals on display at the McLeans Island Road site.

Five photographs accompany the listing, so the street address remains the primary reference point. The venue's website is http://oranawildlifepark.co.nz/, where the park's own pages sit. With 4737 reviews and a 4.4 out of 5 average, it ranks among the area's most reviewed zoos.

On South Island the climate stays temperate, and the warmest months from December to February draw the largest crowds, while low-altitude winters remain gentle. New Zealand food is built around fresh seafood, lamb, dairy, and local wines. Domestic flights and ferries connect the islands, and English and Māori are the main languages spoken. The park's position in Christchurch makes it easy to reach from the island's main towns, with Queenstown among the nearby places that frame a visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Orana Wildlife Park known for?

Orana Wildlife Park is a zoo at 793 McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, Nueva Zelanda, on the South Island. Visitors rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 4737 reviews, a score that reflects its standing among things to do in the Christchurch area.

What kind of business is Orana Wildlife Park?

Orana Wildlife Park is a zoo on the South Island. Its address is 793 McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, Nueva Zelanda, and its website is http://oranawildlifepark.co.nz/.

What should first-time visitors expect at Orana Wildlife Park?

First-time visitors to Orana Wildlife Park can expect a zoo at 793 McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, Nueva Zelanda. The park is on the South Island, where the temperate climate makes summer (December to February) the most popular season and winter mild at low altitudes.

Where is Orana Wildlife Park located on South Island?

Orana Wildlife Park sits at 793 McLeans Island Road in Harewood, Christchurch 8051, on the South Island. Christchurch is one of the island's main centres, and the park's setting places it within reach of other nearby places such as Queenstown, Dunedin, Nelson, Blenheim, Wanaka, Te Anau and Kaikoura.

Is Orana Wildlife Park easy to reach from the main resorts or towns on South Island?

Orana Wildlife Park is located at 793 McLeans Island Road, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, Nueva Zelanda, on the South Island. New Zealand's islands are connected by domestic flights and ferries, so travel between the island's towns and Christchurch is straightforward.

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