502 days ago

Matariki Celebration at Pūkaha - Gold Coin Entry

This significant day of Matariki is also the inauguration of Te Wānanga Taiao at Pūkaha: Pūkaha National Wildlife Centre will only be open to the Public from 1.30pm, with gold coin entry.

Te Wānanga Taiao will be open to the public for three, 1 hour long self-guided viewing sessions:
• 1:30 pm
• 2:30 pm
• & 3:30 pm
You'll have the opportunity to explore Te Wānanga Taiao and all its facilities, the whare kai, the accommodation centre and the wharenui, which has special significance to Mana Whenua, Rangitāne o Wairarapa and Rangitāne o Tamaki nui-ā-Rua. Carvings crafted by Pūkaha National Wildlife’s onsite carvers adorn the wharenui.

Please note that spaces for these viewings are limited to 30 people & 'first in, first served', enhancing the intimacy and depth of the experience.
Make sure you visit us early to secure your place early .
Remember, it's a gold coin entry, with all proceeds contributing directly to the ongoing preservation work.

A free bus is also available: The Tranzit bus will leave the Farriers car park at 1.00 pm and then leave the Pūkaha car park at 4.00 pm to return to Farriers & Masterton at 4.30pm. (First in First served)!

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