See conservation in action.
Join one of our experiences and take an immersive journey where you'll learn about Kiwi, their native environment and what makes them truly iconic the world over. Delve into darkness and spot Kiwi in our purpose-built nocturnal house and discover the secrets of the Kiwi in our interactive displays.
For the best opportunity to see kiwi eggs and chicks you should visit during hatching season, between September and March. Outside of these months you will have chance to observe our resident adult kiwi foraging in our Nocturnal House.
During your visit you'll get to talk to our Kiwi experts and learn about the Kiwi hatching process while being guided through our state-of-the-art facilities. An educational, thought-provoking and truly unique experience, this a must do activity for all New Zealanders and international visitors looking to gain an unforgettable insight into our internationally renowned conservation programme.
The largest and most successful Kiwi hatchery in the world, the National Kiwi Hatchery is the leader in kiwi husbandry, egg incubation systems, hatching techniques and kiwi chick rearing.
Every visitor helps secure the future of the kiwi.
National Kiwi Hatchery Experience
Only suitable for ages 5 and above.
Learn all about New Zealand’s national icon. Engage with our interactive displays, see Kiwi in the nocturnal house, find out what it takes to hatch a chick.
An unforgettable insight into our internationally renowned conservation programme.
Please check in 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Allow up to 1 hour and 30 minutes for the tour, including transportation from Agrodome to the Hatchery. We are unable to deliver this experience to under 5s.
Behind The Scenes Exclusive
Only suitable for ages 12yrs and above.
You're invited to go 'behind the scenes’ for a truly immersive, exclusive experience. Join the hatchery team in a staff-only area as you get up close with Kiwi, learn about the incubation and chick rearing techniques from global experts, and experience conservation in action.
A truly unique opportunity to learn about our world-renowned kiwi hatchery.
Please check in 10 minutes prior to your scheduled tour time. Allow up to 1 hour and 30 minutes for the tour, including transportation from Agrodome to the Hatchery. We are unable to deliver this experience to under 12s.
"Fabulous guided hatchery tour!"
Experience was perfect! Well thought out and perfect layout for a guided tour. The guide was super knowledgeable and fun. Learned heaps about the kiwi and got to see a few too boot!!
- Diaralotr, Australia
