If you have recently been to Paradise Valley Springs and would like to provide feedback, you can do so on the travel review website Trip Advisor...

Alternatively, you may like to contact us directly to submit your comments.

Here are some comments from our visitors book...

November 2011 - I have come from burnie Tasmania.  I am trying to find the words that truly will truly justify and do this place proud (awesome, wow, magnificent).  These aren't enough, but my time spent here will be a memory I will take home and hold dear to me forever.  The staff are absolutely fantastic people.  The best parts for me were the 'feeding of the lions - and being able to pat the little cubs'.  The ducks and goats were a little cheeky and 1 goose actually nipped my heel as if to say "hey, you are feeding everything else WHAT ABOUT ME."  Thank you for sharing this experience with me.
Kindest regards Jenny Burley, Burnie Tasmania

October 2011 - Been coming here for 20 years and each time it improves.  The tree top canopy walk this time is a good addition.  Always well maintained.
Claire & Jeff, Stratford England

September 2011 - Beautiful place, so great when kids can still actually touch the animals - the cubs - wow, gorgeous.  Off the 'bucket list,' awesome.
Suzanne Welch, Australia

August 2011 - What a lovely clean, organised Paradise for the animals and birds.  We are locals from Tauranga so will tell our friends to come and visit.  Also the wheelchair access was great (and so were the loos).
Pam & Brian, Tauranga

July 2011 - We have been to parks all over the world including Disney Paris & USA - we have NEVER been to such a clean & well sign posted park - well done to you!!
The Sconey's (?), Otorohanga

June 2011 - Well, well.  Very nice!!  I was surprised.  Congrats on it all.  We will be back & pass on the word of how good it is.  The staff were also Fab!! 

May 2011 - We came here for my daughters 10th birthday party.  We have had the most amazing time.  The birthday girl and her 4 friends had the best time and the staff were fantastic!  Congrats on a wonderful attraction :)
Paula Rogers, Rotorua

April 2011 - This is a lovely place - beautiful scenery, interesting animals, friendly staff, well-kept grounds.

March 2011 - One of the best; if not the best, animal parks we have visited.  Well laid out shaded access for everyone plus a hands on experience with feeding & petting.  The 'rainforest' canopy area is especially beautiful; with a serene & calming feeling settling over the whole area.  Thanks for a wonderful day.
Sharonne & Mark, Munger Australia

February 2011 - Amazing place.  Natural and beautiful.  We have visited many parks in the world and this has to be the best.  2nd visit in 13 years and it's even better than last time.
Jane & John Newby (?)

January 2011 - This was the highlight of our trip to Rotorua.  Loved every minute of it.  Especially patting Ella, watching lions feed and being able to feed so many animals.  Staff very great and friendly, especially Liam, the animal keeper.  Excellent value.
The Nanoo family, NZ and South Africa.

December 2010 - What a wonderful park, the best we've ever been at.  Beautiful and just like Paradise.  Just love your lion cub.  Would love to come back.  Best regards.
Kim & Demille, Denmark.

November 2010 - This stop at Paradise Valley was definitely a highlight of our trip!  Coming from the USA (California) - we would never be able to do this - only in New Zealand!  What a special once in a lifetime experience never to be forgotten!  Thank you!
Shaunna Larsen & Michael Widdows, USA.

October 2010 - Thank you very much for allowing me, my wife and my little angel to truly experience 'an attitude of gratitude'.  Special thanks to Ms Rachael and Mr Liam.  We keep coming back to Rotorua only for this wonderful experience.  Your entire team is genuinely warm & welcoming.  Million thanks.
Abhi, India.

September 2010 - Amazing, extraordinary.  Didn't know what to expect driving out & it far exceeded our expectations.  Loved it.  A credit to NZ.  Our daughter Ella (8yrs) gave her pink gumboots to Ella the lion cub, [she LOVED them, thanks from Ella the lion cub!]
The Nixons, Australia.

August 2010 - We had the best family day out at Paradise Valley Springs, the whole park was enjoyable and we loved everything; the fantastic nature walk, viewing, feeding and patting the animals.  The lions had to be our favourite part, you have a fantastic enclosure, they were so close and you get a really good look at the magnificent creatures.  Patting the cub was amazing too, even watching him interact with the trainer was amazing.  We were extremely lucky that we were at the right place at the right time and we got the one in a million chance of patting your newborn baby lion cub (5wks old), our nearly 4yr old daughter still talks about it and we will have photos and memories of the day forever.  Thank you so much.
The Baldock family (via email).

July 2010 - Thank you all so much, this place is such a credit to you.  What a wonderful experience.  It's just so wonderful we will always remember it as being a very special part of our holiday, and we so appreciate all your hard work with all the paths and just everything.  It's so wonderful that children can have such a hands on experience.
Robyn & Matthew, Betty Mayne (?), Northland.

June 2010 - That was such an incredible experience!  Thank you so much for the 'meet a lion cub' opportunity - it's something I've always wanted to do.  I also loved how intimate and hands on the whole park was.  A great day out :)
D.B, Australia.

May 2010 - Excellent zoo.  Loved every bit.  Better than any one we have seen.
Jera, Scheue, & Jehangir (?)

April 2010 - I Loved it, the kids loved it, not only the Lions but the rest of the park is child friendly and interactive.  A very pleasant day for all.
Marilyn, Tilsley family, NZ.

March 2010 - We were really impressed with the layout, the ease of viewing and general interest created by all the concise information boards.  A very memorable experience.
Jim & Trish Masui, Stamford UK.

February 2010 - Your wonderful park far exceeded our expectations.  So peaceful, lovely and clean!  Gorgeous.
The Knight Family, Boston USA.

January 2010 - Absolutely awesome.  Paradise, plus more than we expected.  Fantastically beautiful beyond belief.
Cedric & Alie Getkate, Durban South Africa.

December 2009 - This was the best wildlife park that I have ever seen.  It is so beautiful and wonderful clean.  The animals have a wonderful life here.  The staff was also really lovely.  What a beauti day.  Thanks so much.
Heike, Auckland & Kerstin, Germany.

November 2009 - Wonderful experience, pristine location, what clean green NZ should be about.  Found far superior to other parks, credit to all involved.
Kathy & Noel, Napier.

October 2009 - A real delightful place and layout.  Congratulations to the staff & crew who operate this facility.  Our Moko's day has just started with a big plus.  Thanks again.
Dowd Whanau.

September 2009 - What a fabulous afternoon!!!  So spotlessly clean & very interesting.  A big 'had to do' in Rotorua for our family.
Julee Hope & family, Whangamata.

August 2009 - Absolutely wonderful!  Beautifully presented.  A big difference from my visit 55 years ago!  Thank you for a wonderful experience.

July 2009 - A lovely park - attention to detail - awesome.  Had a fantastic time.
Brent & Christine, Australia.

June 2009 - 1st class.  Congrats to the owners and management.
Basil Morrison, New Zealand Conservation Authority Paeroa.

May 2009 - As a human interest in Nature this is the best nature place of all time.
Ian(?), Qld.

April 2009 - Wonderfully set out, very enjoyable, loved the tree canopy walk!  Got heaps of great photos of big & small - even a big spider.
Candi, Tauranga.

March 2009 - Very peaceful and serene, lovely settings for the animals wild and domesticated.  Enjoyed the area very much.
Pat & Mick Gosport, England.

February 2009 - Wonderful - I've now been to Paradise.  Congrats to all who keep the place so immaculate & well maintained!!  Love love your place.
Cathy Bosloff(?), South Africa.

January 2009 - Fantastic place.  The whole set up, cleanliness, the friendly staff, the happy healthy animals.  Excellent!  Only suggestion for improvement - maybe more picnic tables!
Annette & Co, Te Awamutu, Cambridge & Morrinsville!!

November 2008 - Awesome.
Mia & Gerard v/d Harst, Ruawai.

October 2008 - Absolutely awesome experience.  You should be very proud of what you have achieved here.  Definately worth a visit & would have been happy here all day.  Will be recommending this to everyone.  Thank you.  Have not felt so relaxed & peaceful for a long time.  All credit to you & your excellent staff.
D.M Morreal.