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The Butterfly and Orchid Garden in Thames is New Zealand's first and only tropical butterfly and orchid house. In addition it is the only one in Australasia which is able to show butterflies from all over the world.

The butterfly house is fully sheltered, heated, ideal for sunny and rainy days, wheel chair friendly, with a good selection of drinks and souvenirs.

We also have more than 100 different plant species and 250 to 300 exotic orchids, which flower at different times throughout the season.The butterfly house is also the home for many different birds including Finches, Doves and Quails. Our birds provide a selection from all over the world.









OPEN 7 DAYS

Opening hours :

Summer season : 10am until 4pm (starting with NZ daylight saving time)

Winter season : 10am until 3pm (starting after Easter)

 

Winter break from mid July (after the school holidays) until the end of August.

Family and group concessions are available.




How To Find Us

We are situated within the Dickson Holiday Park, Victoria Street, Tararu, Thames, New Zealand. (Just 3km north of Thames in the direction of Coromandel).










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We look forward to your visit!

 

















 

 





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