Things to do in Waikato Region, North Island: The Best Mountains

October 22, 2021 Janette Largent

Waikato (/ˈwaɪkɑːtɔː/ or /ˈwaɪkætoʊ/) is a local government region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato, Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupo District, and parts of Rotorua District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
Restaurants in Waikato Region

1. Mount Te Aroha

Te Aroha New Zealand
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4.5 based on 18 reviews

Mount Te Aroha

Reviewed By jojoho68 - Auckland, New Zealand

Went for a mountain bike ride ( ebike) to the top of mount te aroha 952 metres Took 45 mins from tui road . Back Down 13 minutes Good ride

2. Mount Paku

Tairua New Zealand http://www.itravelnz.com/listing/mt-paku-tairua.html
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4.5 based on 251 reviews

Mount Paku

Reviewed By AlanL896 - Lewes, United Kingdom

It's worth climbing up the steep path to the top of Mount Paku, as the 360 degrees view from the top is wonderful.

3. Mount Karioi summit tracks

Karioi track, Raglan New Zealand http://www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/places-to-go/waikato/places/karioi-area/tracks/karioi-summit-tracks/
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4.5 based on 19 reviews

Mount Karioi summit tracks

Reviewed By Extraordinary687206 - Hamilton, New Zealand

First thing going up Karioi is to take some water to drink and a jacket as it can get cold and windy at times depending on weather. A lot of leg work here and a reasonable level of fitness is required. There is some fairly extensive stepping in this climb. You will be using both hands and feet to climb as you pull yourself up here and there. The odd chain and ladder to climb as well. All this makes it challenging but fun. At times you will be close to the edges but in a safe way. If its a windy day hold onto your hat or you'll lose it to the wind as mine flew over the side at great knots at the top. A tip here is to wear some gloves up to grab onto things. i have used hiking sticks but found them more of a nuisance. Depends on what makes you tick. Wear some good solid tramping boots or trail shoes. Be prepared for Mud on the track sometimes over a foot deep in places. If your careful you can navigate around this. Have fun and enjoy this scenic tramp.

4. Kaimanawa Range

Kaimanawa Forest Park, Turangi New Zealand
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

5. Mount Karioi National Forest

New Zealand

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