Beautiful Gardens
"A society grows great when old men plant trees whose shade they know they shall never sit in." --Greek proverb
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A beautiful and extensive park and bird sanctuary near Katikati on the edge of the inner Tauranga harbour, the Katikati Bird Gardens feature a wide range of native and colourful birds. Set in delightful gardens of mature trees, lily ponds, wetlands and secret paths. Art Gallery featuring local artists. Cafe serving Illy Coffee and lunches. Golf car tours and accommodation in a romantic cottage. Great gardens to visit, family day out and place to unwind.
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Pond below Cafe Lawn
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"Absolutely relaxing. We could live here, so lovely.
We have travelled around NZ, but this, well we cannot put enough words
to say how this has captured our hearts."
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Tarrif:
Adults $9.00
Senior citizens & Students $8.00
Children $5.00
Family Pass ( 2 Adults & 2 children
or 1 Adult & 4 children) $24
Golf cart tour additional $20 per cart. ( up to six persons).
Self drive $20 per hour. ( two seater )
Operating Hours:
During season: Oct - May
10am to 4.30pm daily
Off season: June - September
Weekends & School Holidays only.
Groups by appointment year round
Site information
The gardens have approximately 1.5kms of paths. These are tar sealed on slopes or in possible damp areas and are wheel chair friendly. The paths are 1.4 metres wide so our Golf carts can negotiate them. The garden and aviary tour is a 45 - 60 minute walk The paths have directional arrows which lead to and from the lawn below the cafe. There are also secondary paths for the more adventurous. These for example lead down from the wedding lawn into the dell. The Moa and wetland walks which are a real highlight.
We have two golf carts for hire. A six seater for guided tours and a two seater for self drive. These are particularly useful for any visitors with limited mobility. Or just for fun on a hot day.
Gift shop and gallery
The gift shop contains a number of bird and garden themed lines. Including ceramics and novelty items. Local artists are on display on the gallery walls.
Cafe
There is an on-site terrace cafe overlooking the gardens. see Food link above.
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Pond below the cafe at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
Autumn colours at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
Mature trees at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
Pond at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
inner tauranga harbour pond at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
vista walk at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
lilly ponds at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
About Us
The Gardens
The Bird Gardens are on the outskirts of katikati and were created in 1976 when local visionary Chris Parker set to work landscaping a little over ten acres of land running down to the harbours edge.
With his English background, botanical knowledge and the sites natural attributes of fresh water springs, ponds and wetlands he transformed this once bare land into a beautiful and special garden.
Sealed paths meander through spectacular golden Swamp Cypress, water trickles its way to the sea through an elaborate series of ponds.
Most of the original plantings remain to this day and year round colour is provided by the giant camellias and magnolias brightening the winter hues, azaleas and lilies form the spring and summer palettes with shades of green, red, yellow and orange from the trees. Several native birds are on display including the Kea or New Zealand mountain parrot and if you visit over winter you will see Kotuku Ngutu Papa or Royal Spoonbill swooping over the ponds or hear the distinctive croak of white faced herons as they glide between treetops.
The Birds
For Bird enthusiasts the gardens are an oasis. Set on the edge of the harbour with a purpose built man made fresh water lake and with natural saline wetlands visitors can get up close and experience a fantastic area of the bird sanctuary.
The wetlands area are home to a colony of Kawaupaka (little shags) and occassionally with a number of Kotuku-ngutupapa (Royal Spoonbill), white faced herons nest in the magnolias, paradise shelducks, black swans and Papango(black teal) grace the ponds.
In the more formal areas of the gardens visitors can see Kea ( NZ Mountain Parrot), Kereru (Wood Pigeon), Kakariki ( NZ Parakeet).
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Weddings:
If a relaxed ceremony in a stunning harbourside garden is your perfect wedding then the Katikati Bird Gardens is the venue for you.
Ceremonies are held on the ‘Wedding Lawn’, a secluded part of the gardens surrounded by mature trees and borders.
A chauffer-driven golf buggy is available to transport the wedding party to many beautiful spots around the gardens for photos.
The luxury self-contained, B&B cottage within the gardens is a popular choice by local couples for their wedding night.
A variety of catering options are available either on the wedding lawn or at the terrace café overlooking the lawns and lily ponds.
Weddings
Contact Us
Get In Touch:
Walker Road East, Off Pacific Coast Highway 25km north of Tauranga, 7 km south of Katikati New Zealand
Telephone: +64 (0)7 549 0912
Fax: +64 (0)7 549 0972
email: info_birdgardens.co.nz
How To Find Us:
We are situated directly off State Highway 2 between Katikati and Tauranga. If you are coming from the north (Auckland, Coromandel, Katikati) we are about 7kms south of Katikati. Look out for the golf course on the left and we are in Walker Road East which is the next road on the left. Drive down to where the sealed road ends and the Bird Gardens are on the left.
If you are coming from the south (Tauranga) we are about 25 minutes drive from downtown Tauranga. Look out for Morton Estate winery on the left and we are the third road on the right after Morton Estate. That's about 7kms before Katikati township.
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Self contained Katikati accommodation near Tauranga at the katikati bird gardens.
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Relaxing
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Welcome to our special corner of paradise
Whether you are looking for a unique retreat for a tranquil weekend away from it all or a peaceful and stylish base from which to explore this beautiful part of New Zealand, the Cottage at the Katikati Bird Gardens is your perfect get away.
Accommodation
Food:
The terrace cafe overlooking the gardens, with seating both inside and out, offers a selection of freshly made food and drinks .
Menu
Panini Sandwich Selection
Freshly made and toasted while you wait
Smoked chicken, brie and cranberry $8.50
Smoked Salmon cream cheese & avo $9.50
Chicken Pesto & Mozzarella $7.50
Sandwich and Toastie Selection..... from $6.00
Freshly made to order with your choice of fillings
Gourmet Pies ..... $8.50
A selection from Ponsonby Pie range served with a fresh salad.
Sweets, Drinks & Ice Creams..... from $2.50
A selection of Cakes and Muffins
Devonshire Teas
Teas, Coffees and Hot Chocolate
Seasonal specials also available
Food
Wetlands walk. Edge of Tauranga harbour, near Katikati
Theround pond at Katikati Bird Gardens
Large pond on harbour side of katikati bird gardens
Oneof the golf carts at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
Lovely water feature at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
Outside seating at the katikati bird gardens. A lovely garden to visit in Tauranga
View from scenic path at the katikati bird gardens near Tauranga
These carts can be hired at the KAtikati bird gardens
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Katikati Bird
Gardens
Book today 07 549 0912 263 Walker Road East RD2 Katikati New Zealand 3178
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