The Goal of Wingspan Birds of Prey Trust is to restore New Zealand birds of prey into our daily lives and secure their future through research-based conservation and education. read more →
Wingspan Birds of Prey
Learn about Our New Zealand Birds of Prey
Our Falconry Heritage
Falconry goes back 4,000 to 6,000 years BC originating in Mongolia or the Middle East where it was well established by 2,000 BC.
Learn more →What is a raptor?
A raptor is a bird of prey that hunts for its food. The term 'bird of prey' refers to those that catch their prey with their feet.
Learn more →Flight of the Falcon
A unique experience you won't find elsewhere in New Zealand and one you won't soon forget!
Visit Us →Our New Journey
Be a part of our new journey. We have relocated and urgently need donations to help build the new Wingspan centre.
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Help us spread our wings
Our Goal
Visits
'Flight of the Falcon' is hosted Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, from 11:30am to 12:30pm. Bookings are essential. Phone: (07) 357 4469 or email: wingspan.nz@gmail.com. For further info go to flying display visits.flying display visits →
Find Us
Location: 1334 Paradise Valley Road, best accessed from the Ngongotaha end of Paradise Valley Rd, less than 1km from State Highway 5. Wingspan entrance is directly opposite the large orange sign 'Velocity Valley' and 'Amaze Me'. See map below.
Tickets
Admission: $33 per adult and $16 per child (5-15) years. Seniors are $28. Please book prior to purchasing tickets. Contact wingspan.nz@gmail.com or phone (07) 357 4469. buy tickets →
