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# Orokonui Ecosanctuary

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## Posts

- [Flood repair appeal](http://orokonui.nz/flood-repair-appeal/) - From Sunday morning to Wednesday evening the sanctuary received more than 200mm of rain with some very intensive periods. Extreme rainfall events like these are perhaps one of the most destructive weather events the sanctuary can experience. Around our fence a number of highly specialised culverts work hard to allow the flow of water both
- [Visit Orokonui this Matariki](http://orokonui.nz/visit-orokonui-this-matariki/) - Mānawatia a Matariki mā Puaka. Among many things Matariki is a time of reflection, hope, togetherness, and our connection to te Taiao (the natural environment). We hope everyone across the motu gets time over this period to reflect, share kai with friends and whānau, and enjoy the nature around us. To ensure those in our
- [Join our team - Visitor Centre Kaimahi](http://orokonui.nz/join-our-team-visitor-centre-kaimahi/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary is looking for someone to join our visitor centre team for a Saturday shift working across the reception and cafe. This role would be perfect for someone in the local area looking for some extra hours. Orokonui’s Visitor Centre is an information and hospitality hub for members of the public to safely access
- [July School Holidays at Orokonui Ecosanctuary](http://orokonui.nz/july-school-holidays-at-orokonui-ecosanctuary/) - School holidays and Puaka Matariki is just around the corner and we have some great offerings at Orokonui for everyone to enjoy. So make the most of these stunning winter days an get out into nature this July. Kā Whetū o Orokonui - School Holiday Programme Discover how kā whetū (the stars) of Matariki connect
- [Kākā numbers continue to soar](http://orokonui.nz/kaka-numbers-continue-to-soar/) - Dunedin residents have been excited by an increase in the number of kākā sighted in backyards and parks across the city. Reports made to Orokonui Ecosanctuary of these treasured birds have increased in the last few years and staff at the sanctuary say this is for good reason. These noisy forest parrots were first reintroduced
- [Orokonui takahē juveniles get new names](http://orokonui.nz/orokonui-takahe-juveniles-get-new-names/) - It’s been a huge couple of years for takahē at Orokonui and across the motu. Last year for the first time in many years both the takahē pairs in the sanctuary had chicks. With Waimarie and Bennet raising two juveniles in the upper sanctuary. Meanwhile at the valley floor Jessie and Bounty raised their first
- [New Zealand String Quartet returns to Orokonui](http://orokonui.nz/new-zealand-string-quartet-returns-to-orokonui/) - After sold out shows in 2024 and 2025 we are excited to announce that the New Zealand String quartet are returning to Orokonui as part of their 2026 season.
- [A cacophony of kākā chicks](http://orokonui.nz/a-cacophony-of-kaka-chicks/) - If you've visited Orokonui lately you may have noticed the cacophony of young kākā playing and making a racket across the sanctuary. This is a result of another successful kākā breeding season at Orokonui. This season 15 chicks fledged from five known nests within the sanctuary. Three of these were in our special nest boxes and
- [Holiday Open Hours](http://orokonui.nz/holiday-open-hours/) - Explore Orokonui this holiday season. We will be open our regular open days apart from Christmas day. This means you can visit us on Boxing Day, New Year's Day, and and Day After New Year's.
- [Locals Welcome Weekend](http://orokonui.nz/octoberwelcomeweekend/) - Orokonui Locals Welcome Weekend Local conservation relies on local community so join us at Orokonui this weekend for another Locals Welcome Weekend. Visit Orokonui over Labour weekend 25th-27th October to celebrate the role that locals play in helping wildlife thrive at Orokonui and across Dunedin. Otago locals will get discounted entry over the weekend $10
- [Join our team - Café Allrounder](http://orokonui.nz/join-our-team-cafe/) - The Horopito cafe is looking for at least two people to become part of our Orokonui team. The cafe is an important part of the manaaki that we show to visitors, serving them delicious food and drink while looking out at the best views in Ōtepoti Dunedin 🌿 Horopito café sits at within the
- [Local Businesses Secure Future of Environmental Education at Orokonui](http://orokonui.nz/local-businesses-secure-future-of-environmental-education-at-orokonui/) - The future looks bright for school visits to Orokonui, thanks to a group of local corporate sponsors stepping up to fund the Ecosanctuary’s beloved environmental education programme. Port Otago, Wenita Forest Products, Pioneer Energy, and Viridian Glass have all made multi-year commitments to support the programme, which delivers enriching wildlife experiences for more than 6,000
- [Tracking change with pictures](http://orokonui.nz/tracking-change-with-pictures/) - Orokonui is a long term project. With a 1,000 year plan ahead of you it can be easy to forget where you have been. Luckily there are photographs, these records of our past allow us to see just how much this place has changed in a relatively short period of time. The visitor's centre was
- [#KākāCam now live](http://orokonui.nz/kakacam-now-live/) - Ever thought your favourite reality TV show could do with more screeching and flapping? We are super excited to announce #KākāCam is now live! Port Otago and Orokonui Ecosanctuary are this week launching Kākā Cam, a 24/7 camera situated deep in the sanctuary and focused on a busy feeding station. The camera is a sister to Valley
- [2024 Sanctuaries Conference at Orokonui](http://orokonui.nz/2024-sanctuaries-conference-at-orokonui/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary - Te Korowai o Mihiwaka is excited to be hosting the 2024 Sanctuaries of New Zealand (SONZI) conference in August 2024. This annual meeting is a great opportunity for conservationists around the motu to come together to discuss shared wins, challenges, and aspirations. The meeting will be held over three days from 13th-15th
- [Help Count Kākā this Feb](http://orokonui.nz/help-count-kaka-this-feb/) - Hundreds of hours of staff and volunteer time go towards caring for kākā at Orokonui. From keeping the sanctuary mammalian predator free, checking nest boxes, filling and cleaning feeders, banding and surveying, and educating people. It's suffice to say these charismatic taoka keep us busy. But is all this mahi working? Are kākā numbers on
- [Orokonui #ValleyCam now live](http://orokonui.nz/orokonui-valleycam-now-live/) - Wherever you are in the world you can now see whats happening in the Orokonui valley using our new live #ValleyCam. This feed looks across the Orokonui valley towards one our our mauka/mountains Māpounui. This live camera looks across the Orokonui valley to Māpounui, from it we will be able to watch birds fly, plants
- [Walking towards our conservation goals](http://orokonui.nz/walking-towards-our-conservation-goals/) - The name Orokonui is used for the sanctuary but for hundreds of years before it has been the name of the valley our reserve nestles into. Given this the best way to explore all of Orokonui would be to travel from the top of the valley to the bottom (and back again), and that is
- [Getting groovy for conservation](http://orokonui.nz/getting-groovy-for-conservation/) - Recently the visitor's centre played host to a gathering of a different sort of wildlife, with the St Margarets College disco themed ball. After some research online the organising students found that no other venue stood our quite like Orokonui. Over the years Orokonui has hosted everything from weddings and concerts, to corporate meetings and
- [Māori Hill School Taonga of Orokonui Series](http://orokonui.nz/maori-hill-school-taonga-of-orokonui-series/) - When ākonga/students from room 5 at Māori Hill School visited in May, they were amazed by the incredible taonga/treasures that live in Orokonui. They wanted to share what they learned during their visit and researching at school, so others could learn about and be inspired by the taonga of Orokonui as well. They worked to
- [Taking time to learn more about tuatara](http://orokonui.nz/taking-time-to-learn-more-about-tuatara/) - The warm summer nights provided the perfect opportunity for tuatara monitoring to take place. Tuatara were first re-introduced to roam freely in Orokonui in 2012 as part of a partnership with Ngāti Koata, kaitiaki of the tuatara on Takapourewa/Stephen's Island in the Marlborough Sounds, and with the support of mana whenua of Orokonui, Kāti Huirapa Rūnaka ki Puketeraki.

## Pages

- [Home](http://orokonui.nz/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary Te Korowai o Mihiwaka Nau Mai, Haere Mai, Ki Te Korowai o Mihiwaka Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 9:30am - 4:30pm (Last entry to sanctuary 3:30pm) Horopito Café is open 10am - 3pm Surcharge applies on public holidays Sanctuary and Café closed Tuesday and Wednesday Orokonui is a 307 hectare biodiversity
- [Careers](http://orokonui.nz/careers/) - Occasionally there are opportunities to join our small team and become a part of the sanctuaries incredible work. Vacancies will be listed below, if there are none at this time or you can't see something right for you then you may consider volunteering to support our work as well. Horopito cafe 2IC We are looking
- [Annual Pass Holder Events](http://orokonui.nz/annual-pass-holder-events/) - Orokonui Members Morning Tea Being a member of Orokonui isn’t just about regular visits or supporting the sanctuary, its about being part of the sanctuary, our community, and our work. Starting in July we will be running a member morning tea each month. The morning tea will consist of a talk from one of our
- [What's on](http://orokonui.nz/whats-on/)
- [School Holiday Programmes](http://orokonui.nz/school-holiday-programmes/) - Kā Whetū o Orokonui - School Holiday Programme Matariki is a special time to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and look forward to the future. It is also a great time to connect with te taiao and the many living taoka species that share our world. During the first week of the school holidays,
- [Visit](http://orokonui.nz/visit/) - Planning a trip to Orokonui? Kā mihi nui, thank you for your interest and support. We can't wait to welcome you! Whether you're walking the tracks on your own, learning alongside tour guides or educators, hosting an event, or enjoying the Visitor Centre, this is your starting point. Explore below for more information on Orokonui
- [Tīeke at Orokonui](http://orokonui.nz/tieke-at-orokonui/) - Nau mai haere mai e kā Tīeke. On the 25th of January 2025 Tīeke / South Island Saddleback began their return to Coastal Otago as part of an exciting translocation of these taoka to Orokonui from the tītī islands Southwest of Rakiura. This significant translocation is thanks to a partnership between the Rakiura Tītī Island
- [Wild Dunedin New Zealand Festival of Nature](http://orokonui.nz/wild-dunedin/) - Wild Dunedin New Zealand Festival of Nature will return in 2027
- [Orokonui live cams](http://orokonui.nz/orokonui-live-cams/) - Keep up with what is happening wherever you re in the world with the Orokonui live cams. These cameras set up and maintained thanks to Port Otago give viewers a live insight into the going ons of the sanctuary. Kākā cam The #KākāCam sits in the heart of the valley, focussed on one of the
- [Education](http://orokonui.nz/education/) - Orokonui is a living classroom and our education team is ready to work with groups no matter the age, or interest. To enquire or book email education@orokonui.nz Schools education Early Childhood It's never too early to get inspired by nature. Bring your ECE group to Orokonui for a tailored hands on experience. Cost: $10 per
- [Orokonui Guided Tours](http://orokonui.nz/guided-tours/) - 1.5 hour guided tour Tours are available on request throughout Autumn and Winter. To request a tour, select your chosen date and join the waitlist. Got a question about tours for yourself or your group? Contact tours@orokonui.nz The 1.5 hour guided tour leads visitors through the sanctuary's grasslands, regenerating bush, and ancient cloud forest with a
- [Large Group Tours](http://orokonui.nz/large-group-tours/) - For groups of 15 or more people, we offer private tours Large group tours can be arranged for any time between 9:30am and 2pm. To book tours on closed days, a minimum group number of 25 is required. Hosting an event at Orokonui's Visitor Centre? Discounted tours are available to events bookings- ranging from 30
- [Tīramarama Orokonui](http://orokonui.nz/tiramarama-orokonui/) - Discover a glowing forest, full of magic and twinkling lights! Join us for a special lantern walking trail, celebrating our native wildlife and Te Pō, the night. Small groups will be guided through the Orokonui forest as night falls, encountering lantern installations, music, and performances made possible in partnership with the Dunedin Mid-Winter Carnival. Bookings
- [Weddings](http://orokonui.nz/weddings/) - Offering a venue of beauty, bliss and up close to nature – perfectly situated above the valley with stunning views over the forest, Blueskin Bay and the Silverpeaks. The cathedral-like Atrium is positioned for afternoon sun, providing the perfect backdrop for your special occasion. And because Orokonui Ecosanctuary is 100% non-profit, your wedding makes a
- [Resources](http://orokonui.nz/resources/) - These resources are available for you to download and use as part of at school or at home learning. Please note Orokonui does not give permission for them to be modified or used commercially in any way. You must also provide appropriate attribution to Orokonui if sharing any resource. Get in touch with our education
- [Self Guided Walking](http://orokonui.nz/self-guided-walking/) - Self guided allows visitors to explore any of our walking tracks during our open hours. We will give you a map and some information about tracks, wildlife, what's happening in the Sanctuary and you can explore by yourself or with friends and family.Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) 9:30am to 4:30pm Adult $26Child $13Family
- [Be a Volunteer!](http://orokonui.nz/volunteers/) - Orokonui was founded by passionate volunteers and even now the Ecosanctuary benefits from around 13,000 hours annually from over 100 active individuals. We have multiple teams working in different areas both inside and outside of the boundary fence. Do you want to contribute to the Orokonui story? Thank you for considering volunteering at Orokonui. Volunteering
- [Orokonui Supporters](http://orokonui.nz/orokonui-supporters/) - Thank you to our generous supporters Orokonui requires around $1 million a year to carry out its vital conservation, advocacy and education work. We are so lucky that generous businesses, trusts and other groups continue to support this vital work in a variety of ways. Sponsors Emersons Brewery Pure Services Cook Brothers Construction Funders Pacific
- [Reptiles and Frogs](http://orokonui.nz/reptiles-and-frogs/) - Tuatara Tuatara are the last remaining member of an ancient order of reptiles seperate to lizards. Orokonui is home to a growing wild population translocated from Takapourewa/Stephen's Island. While this populations grows the grasslands enclosure is still the best place to see one of these special reptiles on a warm day. Orokonui works closely with
- [Horopito Café](http://orokonui.nz/horopito-cafe/) - Open Thursday to Monday, 10am to 3pm Horopito café sits in the stunning Orokonui visitor centre, providing delicious food and drinks for those enjoying the wildlife of Orokonui. Or a great spot for coffee and scone while taking in the panoramic views of the valley. Menus See our Menus We have a wide range of
- [Menus](http://orokonui.nz/menus/) - Summer Menu Coffee and Drinks
- [Front Page](http://orokonui.nz/front-page/) - Use this static Page to test the Theme's handling of the Front Page template file. This is the Front Page content. Use this static Page to test the Front Page output of the Theme. The Theme should properly handle both Blog Posts Index as Front Page and static Page as Front Page. If the site
- [Birds](http://orokonui.nz/birds/) - Orokonui's is home to many species of manu/birds not found outside the fence in numbers. All Orokonui's birds are wild so seeing them is always special. Visit in the morning for the best birding experience. Kākā Kākā were first released into Orokonui in 2008. There are now more than 60 of these precious birds in
- [Shop](http://orokonui.nz/shop/) - Top sellers All shop items
- [Orokonui Challenge](http://orokonui.nz/orokonui-challenge-2/) - The Orokonui Challenge is back in 2025. This event will be held on the 19th of October 2025 Test yourself over our tough 18.7km course as you run over volcanoes, along beautiful coast, and through the protected Orokonui nature reserve. All participants can feel a sense of achievement not only for completing the challenge but
- [Orokonui Ecosanctuary](http://orokonui.nz/about/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary - Te Korowai o Mihiwaka is a community-led, not-for-profit conservation project near Dunedin in the lower part of the South Island of Aotearoa/New Zealand. We manage 307 hectares of Coastal Otago forest, which thanks to a 9km predator fence is free of introduced mammalian predators allowing native wildlife to thrive. Pests have been
- [Membership](http://orokonui.nz/membership/) - Becoming a member is a great way to support Orokonui and get benefits such as exclusive discounts and access to the sanctuary. Annual passes are also the best value way to visit Orokonui, especially for families. Annual pass membership These memberships offer cardholders FREE self-guided entry for a year from purchase: Concession passes are available
- [Track Information](http://orokonui.nz/track-information/) - Within our fence there are more than 10km of tracks to explore. Tracks go through many different forest types and wildlife habitats and there is a track for all ages and abilities. Click here to view the walking track map. You can enjoy our tracks on your own with self guided walking or get a
- [Events and Venue](http://orokonui.nz/events-and-venue/) - Weddings Get married to the sounds of birds and have your reception in our incredible visitors centre. Learn more Meetings There is no better setting for your next meeting or corporate retreat. With tour options available for the perfect lunch break. Events & Functions We have a variety of spaces to add the wow factor
- [Wildlife](http://orokonui.nz/wildlife/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary is home to a wide range of wildlife, many of which are not found elsewhere in Otago. Learn a little bit more about our amazing wildlife here. Birds At least 20 native birds reside within the Orokonui Ecosanctuary, including some of the rarest found in Aotearoa/New Zealand. Reptiles and Frogs Orokonui Ecosanctuary is
- [Documentation](http://orokonui.nz/documentation/) - Shop Orders Guided Tours Managing Bookings How Shipping Works
- [Contact](http://orokonui.nz/contact/) - Get directions You can contact us here If you have any enquiries about Orokonui Ecosanctuary please do not hesitate to contact us directly. Orokonui Ecosanctuary is open Thursday to Monday (closed Tuesday and Wednesday) from 9.30am – 4.30pm. Café open 10:00am - 3:00pm on open days. Email: info@orokonui.nzPhone: +64 3 482 1755
- [Privacy Policy](http://orokonui.nz/privacy-policy/) - Orokonui Ecosanctuary is committed to protecting the privacy and security of visitors to our website. You may browse and access information contained within this website without providing any personal information. Where you voluntarily provide personal information, we will only use that information to communicate with you. We will keep any such information secure and will
- [Terms and Conditions](http://orokonui.nz/terms-and-conditions/) - Policy: Cancellations must be received and confirmed by Orokonui Ecosanctuary staff with 24 hours notice or a cancellation fee will apply. Guided tours will proceed rain or shine, Orokonui Ecosanctuary reserves the right to cancel due to unsafe weather conditions. Payment Policy: Your credit card is required for payment and confirmation of your tour. Deductions will be
- [Refund and Returns Policy](http://orokonui.nz/refund_returns/) - This is a sample page. Overview Our refund and returns policy lasts 30 days. If 30 days have passed since your purchase, we can’t offer you a full refund or exchange. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be
- [Gallery](http://orokonui.nz/gallery/)
- [Donation Confirmation](http://orokonui.nz/donation-confirmation/) - [give_receipt]
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- [Donor Dashboard](http://orokonui.nz/donor-dashboard/)
- [Wpsd Thank You](http://orokonui.nz/wpsd-thank-you/) - Thank You For Your DonationWe have sent you an email with the donation information
- [Store](http://orokonui.nz/store/)
- [Online booking](http://orokonui.nz/online-booking/) - Page for booking tours
- [Support](http://orokonui.nz/support/)

## Products

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- [Family Orokonui Annual Pass](http://orokonui.nz/product/family-membership-and-adult-pass/) - Annual passes are the best way to experience Orokonui all year round. This pass entitles the holder to the following for 12 months for two adults and up to three children. Free entry for pass holders to sanctuary on open days Access to special annual pass holder events Access to discounts on selected guided tours
- [Individual Orokonui Annual Pass](http://orokonui.nz/product/individual-membership-and-adult-pass/) - Annual passes are the best way to experience Orokonui all year round. This pass entitles the holder to the following for 12 months. Free entry for pass holder to sanctuary on open days Access to special annual pass holder events Access to discounts on selected guided tours and events 10% discount on all Orokonui branded
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- [Orokonui Calendar](http://orokonui.nz/product/calendar/) - Our 2026 calendar, hot off the press!! A stunning range of photographs highlights how the valley changes through the seasons. Which each month also providing tips on what to look out for during visits to the sanctuary. All photos captured by Orokonui volunteers, staff, and visitors. All proceeds go towards helping us help wildlife thrive
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- [Adult Day Pass Gift Voucher](http://orokonui.nz/product/adult-day-pass-gift-voucher/) - An adult day pass gift voucher gives FREE access to the sanctuary for self-guided walking, for one adult, for one day.
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