A society grows great when old men plant trees under whose shade they know they will never sit
Greek proverb
Imagine New Zealand the day before humans arrived...
Karori Sanctuary has an extraordinary 500-year vision: to restore a corner of mainland New Zealand as closely as possible to the way it was ‘the day before humans arrived’. The Sanctuary marked a turning point in the conservation and recovery of native wildlife on mainland New Zealand when it opened in 1995, reversing a decline that has lasted for at least 700 years. It is now one of the best places in New Zealand to experience native wildlife in their natural environment. More >>>
Back by popular demand
We are now taking orders for our specially-branded fundraising wine. Choose from a Hawkes Bay Cabernet Merlot; a Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc; and a French sparkling wine, or try all three! Great for gifts and perfect for end-of-year office parties!
Coming Soon...
Work is now well underway on our new world-class Visitor & Education Centre. Due to open in early 2010, the Centre is the biggest tourism initiative of its kind currently under development in New Zealand. Find out more...
Did you know...
The South Island kokako was declared extinct as recently as 2004.
Only 2% of New Zealand’s original wetlands remain.
A northern rata takes 500 years to grow. Browsing possum can kill it in just two years.
