The Rainforest Eatery is open 8.30am – 4pm daily during the Taranaki Fringe Garden Festival.
Over seven decades Pukeiti has built up one of the world’s biggest and most diverse rhododendron collections. They, along with other exotics, create an explosion of colour amidst lush native rainforest and mountain streams. The 360 ha property also boasts an all-weather visitor centre, a great range of free, family-orientated activities and walking tracks for all fitness levels. Other highlights include the Kids Treehouse Trail, the Fitness Trail, the popular Rainforest Eatery and the Piwakawaka Hut which can be booked through the Council website.
What’s On:
1 – 10 Nov
Pop-up Artist studio and exhibition by Jana Branca in the Rata Room. Supported by Percy Thomson Gallery 10am – 4pm.
Metal sculpture exhibition by Nathan Hull Sculpture & Destine Hull in the Keiller Garden.
Guided walking tours 2pm daily.
Mobility vehicle rides 10am – 1pm daily. No booking required.
The Rainforest Eatery is open daily 8.30am – 4pm
Wed 6th Nov: Guided walking tour with Rhododendron Collections Officer, 10am – 11.30am.
Wed 6th Nov: Fine Art workshop with Jana Branca in the Rata Room 10.30am – 12pm. Please email jbranca.art@gmail.com to make your booking
2 Nov & 9 Nov: Artist floor talk by Jana Branca in the Rata Room 10am start. Free event.
Head to our www.pukeiti.nz or Facebook@PukeitiGardens
Pukeiti is open all day every day with free entry for all. It is owned and managed by the Taranaki Regional Council on behalf of the people of the region.
