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12 Tom Pearce Drive, Auckland Airport, Auckland 2022
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Butterfly Creek are proud to host NZ's only giant saltwater crocodiles - the world's apex predators. Complimenting these reptiles is our magnificent tropical butterfly house, cotton-top tamarins and other reptiles such as the bearded dragon and alligators. We also host NZ's giant wetapunga - one of the world's largest insects and an aquaria and bugs exhibit including tarantulas. Beside the courtyard and playground, take a wee train ride around the new Dinosaur Kingdom that opened in Jan 2014 - see the dinosaurs come to life! Last but not least is Buttermilk farm where you can get up close and personal with the cute and cuddly animals. Butterfly Creek hosts fantastic all-inclusive children's parties and we run a behind the scenes Junior Keeper programme for those animal lovers. Animal encounters occur daily and we are open every day except Xmas & Boxing day and we are 50% undercover so don't let the rain put you off! We are situated 2 minutes from the Airport and provide a free shuttle service to and from the airport.
Reviews
07/25/18
We were here recently and seeing the look on my children's face as we entered the butterfly room put a smile on my face it was amazing. They loved feeding the animals and being massive dinosaur fans the dinosaur area was a big hit with them. It may seem overpriced but it's well worth it. We will definitely be back.
11/29/17
The only downfall to butterfly creek is the price, its far too expensive when you have 4 children. However, it is a great place to visit, very sensual and lots of different things to look at and experience. The butterfly house would be the highlight for me, although the kids freak out a bit at first when they land on you, they get used to it and learn to be gentle. The staff are very patient with little ones, and the coffee at the cafe onsite is pretty good!
05/11/17
Good place for kids and you can easily spend half a day.Dinosaur park is unique. But the price is a bit high for some families.
11/21/17
Went here for my son's 2nd birthday, the kids loved the butterflys and crocodiles, had heaps of fun in the playground. Were a bit apprehensive of the big roaring dinosaurs, calmed them down again in the animal petting part.. then hit of the day was train ride.
11/19/13
Great place to take the kids and family for the day. Lots of things to see and a great cafe for lunch time!