Hamilton Zoo

4.4/5
(866) · Zoo in Hamilton, New Zealand
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Hamilton Zoo is home to more than 450 native and exotic animals, including Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest walk-through aviary for native birds …

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4.4/5 · 866 reviews
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Apr 2, 2025
Went with family, daughter and her two kids, we loved the whole experience. Plenty of animals, most the walk was under the shade of large trees which was a blessing as it was a very hot day. Lovely i…Full review by Mike A
Mar 3, 2025
Very well laid out,tiger feeding time is a must. They've spent some money on this place,and it shows. Very child friendly,little playgrounds and slides all around.looking forward to next visitFull review by Safari60926401126
Dec 16, 2024
The meerkats were very cute! Being from South Africa it was good to see the rhinos in a good condition. The many species of colourful birds were entertaining for the whole family.Full review by Gerda N
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Questions & answers

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Is hamilton zoo dog friendly?
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Not sure, possibly phone the zoo.
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When would be best time too vist the zoo see all the animals out
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Early morning. Go to the bird enclosure first as they are super friendly and think you are there to fees them so come nice and close.
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Hi for a 1st birthday, are you able to bring chairs tables and a gazebo? for a few hours.
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don't think so but there are picnic areas around the zoo
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How long do you need to get round whole zoo?
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Totally agree with all those comments. Twoish hours. Mind you twenty minutes with a kaka parrot on your shoulder sniffing your perfume on your neck, under your chin and down your …
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Totally agree with all those comments. Twoish hours. Mind you twenty minutes with a kaka parrot on your shoulder sniffing your perfume on your neck, under your chin and down your shirt front just can't be missed. It also wiped its head and beak over its body and wings, the keeper said it probably helps with their water proofing. What a privilege that was.(Btw it doesn't have to be a n expensive perfume either)
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