Southern Enclosure
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General track information |
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Directions |
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What to see and do |
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Maungatautari after dark - guided walks |
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No dogs |
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Safety information |
| Directions |
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The southern enclosure is located on the southern side of Maungatautari. The entrance to the enclosure is at the end of Tari Road, at Pukeatua. Tari Road is directly opposite Pukeatua School. Parking is approximately 100 metres from the enclosure entrance. Portaloos (toilets) are at the car park – follow the signs. |
| Click here for the map to the southern enclosure |
| What to see and do in the southern enclosure |
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The southern enclosure showcases the restoration project with high quality metalled walking tracks, a regenerating forest, an aviary to ‘house’ transit wildlife and a forest canopy viewing tower. Kaka feeding – next to the aviary on the Rata Track Note: The kaka are not captive birds and find plenty of food in this pest free forest – therefore while the birds have been coming to the supplementary feeding times the Trust cannot guarantee that they will be there the day you visit. Aviary – Rata Track On 20 June 2009 four juvenile kaka arrived from Wellington Zoo –once they have ‘keyed-into’ their surroundings they will be released. Viewing tower – Rata Track  Walks Note: This is a pest free area – please keep it that way and keep your pets at home. It is vital to check your bags for mice before entering the enclosure. |
| Maungatautari after dark - guided walks |
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Let us guide you through the forest at night. You can look forward to a ‘wild’ experience – you’ll see what is happening in the forest on the night which means that no two visits will ever be the same. That might mean getting up close to one of the weta species, catching a glimpse of the kokopu (native fish) in the streams, watching the gnats on the fungi or even hearing a kiwi call. Whatever is happening on the night your guide will make sure everyone has a good time.  |
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Maungatautari After Dark – Guided Night Walks Superb two course dinner at the Out in the Styx Guesthouse, Pukeatua, followed by a guided walk in the pest free forest. Pre-set dinner and guided walk $90 per person (min 4 people, max 10 people) 10% discount for Maungatautari members. Dress warmly with good walking shoes. Good fitness required. Headlamps supplied. Available on Thursday and Sunday evenings - bookings essential call Lance or Mary at Out in the Styx Guesthouse (0800 461 559) to book your ‘Maungatautari by Night’ Guided Walk experience! |
| No dogs |
 Please note that dogs are no longer permitted anywhere on Maungatautari unless they are muzzled certified predator/species or guide dogs. |
| Safety information |
Please be aware that because a pest eradication operation and concurrent research monitoring is underway on Maungatautari brodifacoum laced baits and pest traps will occasionally be laid as required. For your safety and enjoyment, and to ensure accurate pest monitoring is conducted, we advise the following:
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