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The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary – a very special part of New Zealand

If you’re looking for our Glowworm Tour information, click here.

The Brook Waimārama Sanctuary is the largest fenced Sanctuary for endangered plants and creatures in the South Island.

Close to Nelson city but hidden away, immerse yourself in the natural beauty of New Zealand native bush, breathe deeply and engage.

We want to connect people (visitors, our staff and volunteers) with the natural world in a way that promotes environmental responsibility and contributes to the restoration of our local and national ecosystems.

We hope visitors will experience the mauri (life force), vital essence and spirituality of this natural environment.

We are enriching the future – come join us here at the Brook Waimārama Sanctuary.

Get Involved; Brook Waimārama Sanctuary

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

We welcome your help: hands-on or from a distance.

GET INVOLVED
Brook Waimārama Sanctuary; Children: Students; Education Inspiring The Next Generation; Learning; Rick Field

EDUCATION AT THE SANCTUARY

It’s never too late to learn about how we can care for and interact with nature.

BOOK A GROUP VISIT
Brook Waimārama Sanctuary; Visitor Centre; Walks And Facilities

SANCTUARY WALKS & FACILITIES

Be inspired by our 690-ha protected ecosystem just 6km from Nelson’s central city.

LEARN MORE
Brook Waimārama Sanctuary; Green Spider;

OUR NATIVE WILDLIFE AND PLANTS

Discover the extraordinary in our backyard.

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@brooksanctuary

Share your photos with us #brooksanctuary

SAVE THE DATE! Nelson's Big Green Day Out is happening again on Sunday 29 October 🌿🌿 Grab your friends and Whānau and head along to our Open Day to enjoy free entry to the Sanctuary from 10am - 4pm! 

This time we are also excited to announce that our theme is Freshwater Ecology 💦 Expect some fantastic free educational and fun activities for the whole family, as well as delicious street food, pristine bush tracks to explore and a wonderful day out in nature for all ages. 
 
Keep an eye out on our Facebook page and Website for more event details and our activity schedule  coming soon 👀 

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