Education Packages

Learning comes alive at Willowbank
Willowbank offers students a hands-on chance to get up close with wildlife in our bush-like setting. Explore three unique areas: Exotics, Farmyard, and Native, and discover one of the best displays of New Zealand species in the country. With flexible programmes, every visit is educational, safe, and unforgettable.

Pre-School Groups

Willowbank Entry

2026 Prices

Bookings must be made by email to receive the following prices.

Children under 5

Free

Adult

$18.25

Minimum 10 children for this price Price is per person

Primary School Groups (Year 0-8)

Willowbank Entry

2026 Prices

Bookings must be made by email to receive the following prices.

Student

$7.50

Price is per person

+Add on a Keeper Talk

$4.00

Minimum 10 students Price is per person

+Add a Beekeeping Lesson

$10.00

Minimum 10 students Price is per person

1:5 Adult Supervisors

Free

Additional Adults

$18.25

Price is per person

Secondary School Groups (Year 9-13)

Willowbank Entry

2026 Prices

Bookings must be made by email to receive the following prices.

Student

$10.40

Price is per person

+Add on a Keeper Talk

$4.00

Minimum 10 students Price is per person

+Add a Beekeeping Lesson

$10.00

Minimum 10 students Price is per person

1:5 Adult Supervisors

Free

Additional Adults

$18.25

Price is per person

Travelling Tuatara

A visit to your classroom or community group with a young tuatara.

$4.00

Locations outside 20km radius of Willowbank may incur travelling costs. Price is per person

Ready to book or have questions?

Fill in the Education Enquiry Form below and our team will be in touch.

Alternatively, if you would like to discuss our education packages, contact admin@willowbank.co.nz

Booking dates and times for the Beekeeping Lesson will depend on the beekeeper’s availability.

As these are group concession prices, payment is due in one sum and is not valid with annual passes, other special offers or discounts (any separate payments will be charged at normal entry fee).

Risk Assessment Management for Schools

Guidelines for Groups

Why book your school visit at Willowbank?

Education Enquiry Form

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