About & Description

Red Barn Cafe & Animal Park is a fun and relaxing corner of the South Island of New Zealand, situated on the banks of the mighty Buller River and the gateway to the Kahurangi National Park.

Red Barn Cafe & Animal Park is a fun and relaxing corner of the south island, situated on the banks of the mighty Buller River and the gateway to the Kahurangi National Park. Whether you need a relaxing, quiet coffee break or want something a bit more adventurous, we have it all: You can try our delicious food, get up close and personal with our friendly animals or simply sit and relax in the peace and quiet while the kids burn off some energy in our awesome playground. Whether it’s our Gamekeepers or our baristas, our staff are here to make sure you feel welcome and have a great experience in the cafe, in the park and with the animals. Our hospitality is genuine - we love our jobs and love creating awesome experiences for anyone who visits. Our staff can offer helpful advice on the wider Murchison area - perhaps you are heading to The Old Ghost Trail or just debriefing with a protein smoothie and a delicious feed on the way back from The Old Ghost Trail, tell us about it, we love adventure yarns! Whatever reason you’re in the area, call into Red Barn Cafe & Animal Park for some fun escapism, we'd love to meet you and be part of your day. We are situated on State Highway 6, just north of Murchison and have a huge car park with easy access for all vehicles including motorhomes and trailers.