Ngatea Water Gardens are an unexpected treat for travelers passing through Ngatea on State Highway 2. Situated only 1 hour from Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga and Coromandel, they are also a fun day trip destination; and the perfect wedding venue.

The picturesque 5 acre property has funny signs and scenes throughout, and is complete with giftshop, playground, and function centre for weddings and other occasions. The wheelchair friendly path through the gardens will take you over bridges, past water lily ponds, waterfalls, waterwheels and magical fountains. You will be kept entertained by our friendly hand fed birds and fish, plus our fascinating turtles, said to be the oldest in New Zealand.

Also set within the gardens is a Can Museum, displaying over 11,000 different beer, soft drink and unusual cans from around the world.

Open Sunday to Thursday, 10am - 4pm (October to April).
Open Sundays only May to September.
Open by appointment outside these hours for groups. 

Pricing (mid 2025)

• Adults - $16

• 5 to 13 years - $7

• Preschool - Free

Ngatea Water Gardens
Bratlie Place, Ngatea 3503, New Zealand
Phone/fax: 07 867 7275
Email: ngateawatergardens@xtra.co.nz

Reviews:

"The garden is absolutely fabulous! It includes a kids' playground, ponds with fish, and plenty of birds—perfect for an entertaining walk that never gets boring. The place is beautifully maintained, with so many stunning views to discover. It's privately operated, but definitely worth a visit, whether with kids or without. 5/5! Tickets are $16 for adults, $7 for kids." - Sushant, Google

"Amazing interactive water gardens, fun for all ages with loads to see including friendly animals. Beautiful garden scenery and lots of creative and funny art from a castle and sword in stone to lily ponds and waterfalls. Not to mention the impressive can museum and animals. All sorts of animals including ducks, budgies, peacock, swan and sheep that you can feed. Plenty of awesome fun and photo opportunities but be prepared to get a little wet." - Mel, Google