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Hawkes Bay Farmyard Zoo

32 East Road, Haumoana 4180

Rating: 4.4 ★ (796 ratings)

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Hawkes Bay Farmyard Zoo is a delightful family destination in Haumoana, about 15 minutes from Napier or Hastings, offering a unique and engaging experience with a variety of animals. Recognised as one of the region's leading attractions, it provides a safe, clean environment with informative signage and limestone walkways. The zoo stands out for its unique atmosphere, educational opportunities, and the chance for close interaction with its friendly residents, making it a bustling and memorable petting zoo experience.

Visitors can enjoy feeding a diverse array of animals, including pigs, sheep, calves, goats, llamas, ostriches, and alpacas, with springtime being particularly popular for seeing many baby animals, such as lambs and guinea pigs. Main highlights include pony rides around the zoo trail for both children and adults, and the "Farmyard Express" train for a leisurely tour. Additionally, the zoo offers horse trekking experiences, including routes through local wineries and along beach tracks, and four-wheel Surrey bike hire. A substantial play area featuring a pirate ship, along with picnic spots and barbecue facilities, adds to the enjoyable visitor experience.

This farmyard zoo suits families best, especially those with little ones, offering a fantastic and value-packed day out focusing on hands-on animal interactions. It works well for casual family outings, and its picnic areas can also accommodate larger gatherings such as birthdays and functions. The overall appeal lies in its friendly environment and the opportunity for guests of all ages to connect with farm animals in a memorable setting.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Contact

+64 27 282 2530 | http://www.farmyardzoo.co.nz/

Comments

Danielle Olsen
1 Sep 2026
5.0 ★
We had SUCH a great time here. Was really nicely set out, and excellent value for money. The kids had an amazing time feeding the animals and were way braver than me! It was so awesome for them to be able to get up close with the animals and they had a great time. The staff are all super friendly! We did the pony rides and it was SO much fun. Absolute highlight!!!!! It was a really awesome experience for both kids and adults and we had a great time. The animals were adorable and friendly and well-looked after. The keepers were very friendly and knowledgeable and answered all my kids questions. Highly recommended for a fun and memorable family day out!! And the baby goats are the CUTEST!! We had an amazing time!!
W Tabassum (Sparky)
27 Aug 2026
4.0 ★
I went with my 2 children (7 & 1).
Both really enjoyed the train ride. Eldest enjoyed the pony ride too.

Staff Leah and Todd I believe, were super friendly, accommodating & kind.

Great place to take younger children to see some animals and feed them.
David Pimborough
20 Aug 2026
5.0 ★
A really good day out for families and kids. The animals are cared for and you can buy maize on site to feed them. Bring a picnic or snacks as there's no on site cafe but plenty of picnic tables. Pony rides are available. There's also a children's play area and ample parking.
Jared Davenport
16 Jul 2026
5.0 ★
Great little gem for the young ones, with friendly animals and a $9 pony ride to cap it all off..
Mashuk Ali
26 Apr 2026
5.0 ★
Didn't take many photos but my daughter enjoyed horse riding ,the girl who controls the horse was really nice thanks to her,had an awesome time. I would recommend people to take their kids as I came along from Auckland for holiday.

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