Gardens & Nature
Immerse yourself in the Manawatu environment from the native New Zealand bush to the lush green pastures and the vibrant colour and beauty of world class gardens through to the untamed invigorating expanses of the West coast beaches.
Pohangina Valley Estate
Pohangina Valley Estate is a small family run vineyard just 25 minutes from Palmerston North. It is open for tastings and sales Oct - Dec Sundays only 11:00am - 4:30pm and January - April... read more
Thyme-Out
Two acres of gardens plus formal rose garden 8km from Feilding. Ponds, gravel garden, a Ha Ha, shrubs and trees. Large groups including buses welcome. Cater for weddings up to 100 people. Full day... read more
Wharerata Function Centre
Wharerata is an historic homestead built in 1902. It is set in parklike surroundings. We cater to small groups or individuals especially for those who are in attendance at Massey Univeristy. read more
"Owlcatraz" Native Bird & Wildlife Park
Enjoy a guided tour with the talented team at Owlcatraz. Meet our native NZ owls, Owl Capone, Owle MacPherson and Owlvis Presley in surroundings as never seen before. Walk through peaceful... read more
Cross Hills Gardens
Cross Hills Gardens is a park-like garden that has been partly modelled on the great English gardens and includes one of the world's finest collections of rhododendrons and azaleas, consisting of... read more
Highden Manor Estate
Savouring berry pancakes at the 1896 homestead, you almost feel that you're living the life of a well-to-do 19th Century family. Recently refurbished to its former glory, Highden Manor... read more
Manawatu Gorge
The spectacular Manawatu Gorge is one of only a few places in the world where a river flows East to West through a main divide and is steeped with history and cultural significance. ... read more
Mt Lees Reserve
Established by its original owner, Ormond Wilson, and developed over a period of 70 years, Mt Lees is a unique reserve comprising gardens, exotic & native trees, picnic areas and walking... read more
