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Rainbow Springs Essentials Pass

Highlights

Encounter kiwi, kea, tuatara and many other rare species plus learn about New Zealand’s native wildlife story on a fascinating guided tour
See and learn about our national icon (kiwi!) in our interactive Kiwi Burrow and nocturnal house
Discover real kiwi conservation in action at The National Kiwi Hatchery – the world’s leading kiwi conservation centre
Learn the rich Māori history of our artefacts and wildlife with the Taonga Show
Check out the Big Splash – Rotorua’s legendary log flume ride
The most popular pass - your ticket to everything kiwi!

Rainbow Springs is a fantastic kiwi wildlife park and a 'must do' Rotorua Attraction allowing you to get up close and personal with all of New Zealand's favourite native animals in pristine natural surroundings. Rainbow Springs is a great place of learning and fun!

Established way back in 1932, this fantastic kiwi wildlife park has continued to evolve while preserving a very unique slice of New Zealand's heritage. Spanning over 22 acres with a crystal clear natural spring and lush native forest Rainbow Springs is paradise for wildlife and visitors alike.

Whats Included:

Guided Park Tour: Take a 40 minute guided tour around the nature park to discover fascinating wildlife and fauna.

Taonga Experience: Get an insight into the history of treasure artifacts and how Maori conserved their natural world. There is a 2.30pm show daily and an additional 11.30am show during the school holidays.

Big Splash, Big Fun: Take a nine-minute journey of discovery on the Big Splash water ride, ending in a thrilling big drop at the end. Unlimited rides are available with the Essentials Pass!

Kiwi Burrow & Nocturnal House: An interactive kiwi experience which is sure to impress! You can sit in a giant kiwi egg, stand in a human-sized kiwi burrow and see real kiwi in action!

Interactive Playscapes & Water Play Installations: A great hands-on way to learn about native species or even see what it's like from a Tuatara or hatching kiwis perspective. A perfect place for the little ones!

National Kiwi Hatchery Tour: Learn all about the NZ iconic bird and see genuine kiwi conservation at the world's leading hatching centre.

Adult $60.00

Child $30.00 (Ages: 5 - 15 years old)

Family $180.00 (2 Adults + up to 2 children (Full Price $180 if purchased Individually - Discounts Shown from this rate))

Extra Child with Family $20.00 (Extra Child with Family Pass Only)

Student / Senior $45.00 (Student / Senior (60+) Valid Only with valid photo ID)

Adult + Kid Goes Free $90.00 (One Child Ages 5-15 year Included for Free with each paying Adult)

What's included

Guided Park Tour
Taonga Experience
Big Splash
Kiwi Burrow & Nocturnal House
Interactive Playscapes & Water Play Installations
National Kiwi Hatchery Tour

Location

Find us on Fairy Springs Road right next to the Skyline Gondola Terminal.

Child Friendly

This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

*** PLEASE NOTE*** Bookme tickets cannot be used in conjunction with any other special offers or discounts.
Bookme discounted tickets do not include Kiwi Encounter tours, free or otherwise, but can be purchase on the day of visit. To ride the Big Splash, children must be aged five (5) or over AND be taller than 106cm. Children aged five and over, who are between 106cm and 135cm must be accompanied by an adult. The adult needs to be seated next to the child and provide supervision during the full ride.

Open Hours: Open from 8:30am, closing at 5.30pm. Please note The Big Splash closes at 5pm.
Child Age: 5 -15 years. Children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult to enter the park. Family Pass made up of 2 Adults and 2 Children. Under 5 years of age free of charge with a full fare-paying adult.

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SABRINA from France wrote on 02 May 2017

sympa, bonne activité en famille

Si vous voulez voir des kiwis (oiseaux) et d'autres oiseaux, c'est sympa! C'est une super activité pour les familles, ils ont même une petite attraction avec splash!

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Laurent ECOLAN from France wrote on 25 October 2016

Funny day

Good place to see the NZ Kiwi if you haven't the chance to see them in their natural environment. Good zoo with funny activity like the big splash. We have enjoy this day in rotorua :)

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astrak1 from New Zealand wrote on 18 March 2020

First time

The beginning was confusing as we did not know where to go. The staff were helpful and knowledgable. The kiwis were amazing as we had never seen one before. We loved the birds especially Jenny the Kakapo because when you called her name she came but dont put your fingers through the fence as she is very quick and will nip you as my nephew found out. The kids were disappointed as the log slide ride thing had closed for the day at 3pm. Overall we enjoyed the animals and fish and walking through the forest.

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chamilm from New Zealand wrote on 23 February 2020

nor worth for money spend

entry fees was to much and we didn't get much out of it.said we will have guided tour and it was only tour to see kiwis

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Chris Wilson from New Zealand wrote on 19 March 2020

Poor

We feel not as advertised and not a lot for a 3 year old, just a few birds and not a Lot more. Very expensive even on a book me deal. Disappointed hence the one star.

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