Entertainment & Activities
They're a bit pricy, but the banquets and breakfasts are worth it.
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Isteshini ye-Hobbiton Movie Set
501 Buckland RdThey're a bit pricy, but the banquets and breakfasts are worth it.
Parks & Nature
Over the mountain, up to a waterfall, or wander alongside a river - there is something for every level of fitness to enjoy nearby.
The Arapuni and Karapiro Lakes ample space for water sports and the Waikato Cycle Trail passes by just over the ridge.
Approximately 1.5 hours each way, an easy track leads you alongside the crystal clear waters of Te Waihou stream. The purest water in New Zealand, this spring provides about 80% of our bottled water supplies.
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Blue Spring Putaruru
Leslie RoadApproximately 1.5 hours each way, an easy track leads you alongside the crystal clear waters of Te Waihou stream. The purest water in New Zealand, this spring provides about 80% of our bottled water supplies.
With access just around the corner from us - you can walk/bike alongside the Waikato River for over 140km. Seriously, the 18km return trip to the Arrapuni village, swing bridge and power station is well worth it.
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Waikato River Trails
With access just around the corner from us - you can walk/bike alongside the Waikato River for over 140km. Seriously, the 18km return trip to the Arrapuni village, swing bridge and power station is well worth it.
A local project involving millions of dollars and millions of hours of volunteer labour has established a pest-proof bird sanctuary for our native birds.
There are easy walking trails, guided tours or a four-hour over the mountain hike.
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Maungatautari Mountain
A local project involving millions of dollars and millions of hours of volunteer labour has established a pest-proof bird sanctuary for our native birds.
There are easy walking trails, guided tours or a four-hour over the mountain hike.
With numerous points of access nearby to the Arapuni and Karapiro lakes there great spots for boating, fishing, water skiing, kayaking, rowing or swimming and sunbathing.
Horahora Domain
Horahora DomainWith numerous points of access nearby to the Arapuni and Karapiro lakes there great spots for boating, fishing, water skiing, kayaking, rowing or swimming and sunbathing.
Just around the corner from us is a little sidestream of the main Waikato River. Kayaking at night through the gorge is awesome with glow worms on each side of you and stars above.
A local operator provides tours - see https://www.riversideadventures.co.nz/kayak-tours/
Pokaiwhenua Stream
Just around the corner from us is a little sidestream of the main Waikato River. Kayaking at night through the gorge is awesome with glow worms on each side of you and stars above.
A local operator provides tours - see https://www.riversideadventures.co.nz/kayak-tours/
A steep 1.5 hour climb through New Zealand forest (bush) takes you to the top of the world. Really the top of the Kaimai range, you have views over the entire Waikato Basin on a clear day. A short walk takes you into the base of the waterfall.
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Amathole Wairere
Goodwin RoadA steep 1.5 hour climb through New Zealand forest (bush) takes you to the top of the world. Really the top of the Kaimai range, you have views over the entire Waikato Basin on a clear day. A short walk takes you into the base of the waterfall.
On top of the Kaimai Range, park-like grounds surround an old hydro dam. Lovely place to relax, swim and see some lovely exotic trees.
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McLaren Falls Park
190 McLaren Falls RdOn top of the Kaimai Range, park-like grounds surround an old hydro dam. Lovely place to relax, swim and see some lovely exotic trees.
Drinks & Nightlife
Genuine kiwi country pub with pool table, bar meals and relaxed atmosphere and hot springs.
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Okoroire Hot Springs Hotel
18 Somerville RdGenuine kiwi country pub with pool table, bar meals and relaxed atmosphere and hot springs.
Arts & Culture
Art On Main
17f Main RdLocal artist co-op with a range of high-quality art.
Food Scene
Nearby village with interesting shops and several cafes to choose from.
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Tirau
Nearby village with interesting shops and several cafes to choose from.