Discover the nightlife of Hamilton Gardens!

Experience the magic of the night and explore the hidden world of the native pekapeka (long-tailed bats). These fascinating creatures are a vital part of our ecosystem and this tour offers a unique opportunity to to explore the hidden world they inhabit.

A Long-tailed bat (Chalinolobus tuberculatus) in a tree.
Rights: Colin O’Donnell, Department of Conservation, CC BY 4.0

Long-tailed bat

Long-tailed bats (Chalinolobus tuberculatus) used to be common throughout New Zealand, but from the 1900s, they have become increasingly scarce. They now have the highest threat ranking of nationally critical.

Tour dates and times

  • Thursday 28 November, 8.20pm arrival
  • Tuesday 3 December, 8.25pm arrival
  • Thursday 12 December, 8.30pm arrival
  • Thursday 19 December, 8.40pm arrival
  • Thursday 30 January, 8.30pm arrival
  • Tuesday 4 February, 8.30pm arrival
  • Thursday 13 February, 8.15pm arrival

Tour start time: Varies based on daylight savings, arrival times noted with dates above.

Cost: Adults $27.00, Children (8–15 years) $17.00.

Meeting point: Outside the Gallagher Visitor Centre, Hamilton Gardens, Hungerford Crescent, Hamilton

For more information and to book tickets: https://hamiltongardens.co.nz/things-to-see-and-do-in-hamilton/whats-on/pekapeka-bat-tours-2

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