Mānawatia a Matariki Auckland Zoo

This is the perfect time to slow right down and reflect on the year that's gone and set your gaze to the year ahead.

As Te Pō Hono, a place of connection with te taiao - wildlife, people and nature - Auckland Zoo offers an enriching and nurturing environment to reflect, reconnect and refresh with your whānau and embrace the wairua of Matariki.

Reflecting, whether by yourself or with your loved ones, does wonders for your wellbeing - the more you take notice of te taiao, the more you understand you're a part of te taiao and not apart from it. Immerse yourself in Te Wao Nui, connect with taonga species across the motu and set intentional goals for the year ahead – keep an eye on the signs for helpful prompts on how to reflect and set goals! Bring your own kai or enjoy Matariki kai with soup and fry bread at Te Puna café!

As part of Auckland's cultural organisations, we are focussed on the Waitī whetū, this whetū represents freshwater and all living things that inhabit rivers, lakes, streams and wetlands! A constant reminder - that a thriving environment means a thriving community and people.

Nau mai, haere mai and celebrate Matariki at Auckland Zoo!