| Wellington is the scenic capital of New Zealand. The | | | | encounters with animals. These activities are only |
| essence of the city is filled with culture and national | | | | offer on certain days and times, and it is best to visit |
| pride. Art galleries, theatres and restaurants reign | | | | the official website prior to your visit. The Cheetah |
| supreme, and one of the best things to do while on | | | | Close Encounter is a magical one, where you may |
| holiday here, is to go out and have a sumptuous | | | | get up close and personal with the world's fastest |
| meal. Shopping in Wellington is equally rewarding with | | | | land animal. Touch the fur and listen to them purr, |
| a good blend of mega malls and charming boutiques | | | | and get to know their personality and place of origin |
| selling home grown labels. There are many activities | | | | from the highly skilled staff. One could also meet the |
| and sights to see and things to experience in the | | | | endangered and adorable Red Panda at the |
| heart of New Zealand, but one that stands out is the | | | | Wellington Zoo. Visitors who opt for this tour will get |
| Wellington Zoo. | | | | to feed this animal by hand. Similarly the awkward |
| Situated on Daniel Street in Newtown, this popular | | | | giraffe can also be met and fed from a large bucket. |
| tourist attraction takes a unique approach to your | | | | Feel their soft fur and learn some interesting facts |
| average zoo. Aside from taking a look at some of | | | | about this animal as well. The Big Cat Experience is |
| the most exotic animals and endangered and rare | | | | also yet another exciting encounter where visitors |
| species of animals that walk the face of the earth, a | | | | can get a chance to see and learn how tigers and |
| visitor can also take up the opportunity of spending | | | | lions get trained, whilst having a close encounter. |
| the night at the Wellington Zoo. Visitors who opt for | | | | Visit the zoo whilst on holiday in Wellington. Looking |
| this tour can enjoy a behind the scenes look at the | | | | for a hotel in Wellington? Copthorne Hotel Wellington |
| zoo at night, and visit the zoo kitchens and get a | | | | Oriental Bay is set against the beautiful harbour and |
| special introduction to the animals that forage and | | | | offers a unique range of Wellington hotel specials, |
| hunt at night. | | | | catering to many types of travellers. |
| The zoo also offers visitors to have hands-on | | | | |