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SOSSI (Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society Inc)

  1. Whangaparaoa
  2. Whangaparaoa Nonprofit Organization

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SOSSI (Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society Inc)

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Shakespear Regional Park lies at the tip of the Whangaparaoa Peninsula in New Zealand's North Island. It boasts sheltered bays, wetlands, regenerating native forest, cliffs, historic places and a lookout with views second to none.

The Shakespear Open Sanctuary is a partnership between the Shakespear Open Sanctuary Society and the Auckland Council, and has the support of the New Zealand Defence Force, who also own land within the Sanctuary.

The purpose of the Society is to turn this Regional Park into an Open Sanctuary by providing a safe haven for our native wildlife.

To this end, we are building a pest-proof fence that will keep predators at bay. Our dream is that one day in the not too distant future, Shakespear Open Sanctuary will come alive with the calls of kiwi and the sights and sounds of myriad native wildlife.

If you would like to find out more, please visit our website for more information.

We are always looking for new supporters and volunteers to help us with this great project, so if you would like to get involved, please do get in touch!

Mission

The vision for the open sanctuary is to create an open and accessible wildlife sanctuary that integrates public recreation, conservation and farming and which provides a source and a linkage for native bird species to repopulate the Whangaparaoa peninsula.



"This is our most visited and accessible open sanctuary integrating conservation, recreation and farming. Providing a pest free habitat and a safe home for wildlife. Help us keep it pest free, you need to check your vehicle and belongings before you visit. Dogs are prohibited in the open sanctuary at all times."
Address: 1468 Whangaparaoa Road, Whangaparaoa, New Zealand 0943
Phone: 09 424 5055
zn.gro.issos@ofni
State: Whangaparaoa
Zip Code: 0943


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Reviews
Awesome place for spend your weekend with the family.. Been here with my husband just for walk it's a first time and we didn't expect that the place is not just beautiful with landscape but also there are many kind of birds.. Some track is a bit longer, but you can always turn around and back if you think could not make it to all the tracks. It was so amazing view.. Also the path/track is well maintained, so that's make easier to do the walk.
Beautiful place. Had a great swim at sunset. Good signage, good grounds. Had to walk back to the beach from army bay after 7pm and had been a little worried we wouldn't be able to get through the gates on foot, but it was very easy to navigate and a pleasant moonlit walk!
Has a good stretch of beautiful sandy beach, a few short walks through bush and paddock, lots of park benches and barbecues. There are decent toilets + changing room, seems like a great place to go camping. Lots of interesting birds to see.
Gorgeous views and the terrain changes from bush to fields to coastline then to beach. So there’s plenty to keep you interested. Great trail run and walk, would highly recommend as it’s not difficult and the path is well laid out.
Absolutely gorgeous walk with beautiful views all around without hardly any effort! Higly recommend if you in the area, it can't get any easier. Make sure u drop to the WWII bunker - Pillbox! And if you are lucky, might spot a kiwi bird as the sightings are regular here.
More than an hour drive from east Auckland. There are several beautiful spots that you can choose. There's an area where you can fish then there's the area good for picnic and swimming. We came early so plenty of space and good spots to choose from under the trees, but area gets crowded towards the afternoon. BTW, if you get lucky you get to be swimming with some black/grey swans as well.
I usually go there for the walk and some barbecue. I love the loop that takes you from the park to all around the valley. Not at all tough. Quite beautiful view when you go all around the park. I have been there many times and enjoyed it throughly :
Shakespear Regional Park is huge, and has so much to offer! It has a campsite, and caravan park hard pass for me on both, with picnic benches dotted throughout, and under some of the most beautiful Pōhutukawa trees It is amazing! I wasn't there long enough, but couldn't see a restaurant or cafe. That would have just been the cherry on the cake There is a beach to go to, meadows to explore, light walking and more difficult hiking trails and some of the best indigenous fauna and flora. There is apparently a waterfall as well, but by then I was a bit gatvol had enough of all the sun and heat so I turned around ‍ I was held hostage by a peahen She got in front of my car when I tried to leave LOL Bring the family for a picnic and a dip in the ocean
This sanctuary is located in the northern region of Auckland on the Whangaparoa peninsula. You are treated to sandy white beaches with clear water, plenty of shade under the decades and sometimes centuries old pohutukawa trees. Shared spaces and facilities and if you're going to have a BBQ and forget your grill, you'll find one there for you to use. Walking trails take you to the top with a great view of the coast and as far as you can see. Make sure to leave any of your pets at home especially dogs, no matter the size. It is a strictly no dog sanctuary, not even in cars. Also keep in mind to BRING A TRASH BAG so you can haul your trash out with you. So make sure you pack what you need and reusable containers to mitigate your use of single use items. Have fun and enjoy.
Multiple beaches with different vibes! Wanna have a Fun filled day with family & friends go for it... lot of play area for soccer, cricket or volleyball
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