Ancient pukatea trees with huge buttress roots form a native rainforest canopy along a natural creek, while hundreds of Nikau Palms set the South Pacific theme. Lush exotics, including strelitzia, rhododendrons, abutilons and orchids, create interest and add splashes of colour throughout, while a variety of exotic palms have also been incorporated.

The gully teems with birdsong due to the increased planting of bird-attracting trees and plants throughout the garden, along with continued rat and possum control. A number of features that are dotted through the hillside oasis complete this unique offering. These include boardwalks, ponds, a large waterfall and weta motels.

Note, the garden comprises many steps on quite steep hillsides and a steep road access with roadside parking only. A golf cart is available on request.

Open: 9am–5pm during festival season, or by appointment.