Butterfly Creek

Just 2 minutes from Auckland Airport, Butterfly Creek is home to Australasia's premier Tropical Butterfly House. It's also home to NZ's only salt water crocodiles, native Kiwi, otters, cute farm animals, dinosaurs, unicorns, dragons & so much more.

Hours Hāora
- MondayClosed
- TuesdayClosed
- Wednesday9:30 AM – 4 PM
- Thursday9:30 AM – 4 PM
- Friday9:30 AM – 4 PM
- Saturday9:30 AM – 5 PM
- Sunday9:30 AM – 5 PM
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Words by Tourism New Zealand
Last updated 18 Apr 2025

Immerse yourself in our tropical butterfly house or travel back in time in Dinosaur Kingdom when dinosaurs ruled. Meet Scar and Goldie, New Zealand’s only salt water crocodiles. We have Kiwi, farm animals, alligators, a beautiful bird aviary plus see mermaids, unicorns and dragons in our newest exhibit Mythic Creatures. Sit down for home-made food in our café, ride our train or relax in the free playground. We offer kids birthday parties, functions and catering. Plus we’re a fun educational day out for schools and Early Childhood Education centres (ECEs).

Location Te wāhi

10 Tom Pearce Drive, Airport Oaks, Manukau

Plan your route

Getting there Te huarahi ki reira

Town: 20 minutes from Auckland City., Airport: 2 minutes from Auckland International Airport. We offer a free shuttle to and from the Airport., Parking: Large free car park available.

Local tip He tīwhiri mō te rohe

50% undercover.