Top 10 Outdoor Activities in Hamilton & Waikato Region, North Island

Our tours are friendly, informative and fun. With no more than 12 people on board, raft beneath many thousands of fabulous glowworms to see them at their very best. We visit private caves away from the regular, more commercial tours. Our caves are on a beautiful hill country farm and your guide is also your host, so expect a really enjoyable and memorable tour of our two magical caves.

Waitomo’s Premier Activities & Relaxation. We have an Awesome selection of underground Adventures ...and lots more... you can relax at the Waitomo DaySpa with Massage, Treatments & Floatation Pods for the ultimate relaxation. Adventure options are described in detail on our website each with different levels of physicality and challenge. Some options are DRY and some are WET. No prior experience required. We supply everything including boots, overalls/wetsuits as appropriate. Photos are provided to clients completely FREE. Our Trips Lost World -The Ultimate - 3 distinct options TumuTumu ToObing -a varied/more interesting version of Blackwater Rafting. Haggas Honking Holes- Waitomo’s most concentrated action. St Benedicts Caverns -surprisingly gentle. Abseil then explore NZ’s prettiest cave. Trollcave - A fantasy adventure for the young at heart- essentially an underground escape room with a grumpy Cave Troll and other challenges to get you thinking !

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Based at the southern end of Lake Karapiro, Lake District Adventures is positioned to let you enjoy the clean air, great scenery & lakes of the Waikato / Bay of Plenty. We offer guided evening kayak "Glowworm" tours, Daytime kayak tours and Mountain Bike tours. We also hire mountain bikes, kayaks & stand up paddle boards plus have a shuttle van to move you around the various trails of the area. We can also cater to groups and create packages to suit you.

Raglan Rock offers rock climbing, canyoning and caving. We lead our clients on unique and unparalleled adventures, creating everlasting memories whilst helping people challenge themselves. Raglan Rock puts you in breath taking situations where you will marvel at the views of the rugged west coast seascape and stunning native bush. Prepare to have your senses stimulated as you climb skyward. We pride ourselves in running adventures to cater to all levels of abilities that wish to come and enjoy the great outdoors. All equipment and instruction is provided with free pick up and drop off available from Raglan.

Te Awa is a free, accessible walk/cycleway that has an overarching positioning of lushness, water, rural green landscape & pockets of native bush. When complete, the Great NZ River Ride will travel 70 kms along the shoreline of New Zealand’s largest & longest river – the mighty Waikato

Our awesome Waitomo adventure is tucked away “off the beaten track” on our family farm and we LOVE it that way and so do our guests. Away from the tourist crowds - You can explore magical glow worm displays in their purest form and at your own pace on our 3-hour guided tours of small groups. With no foot paths or any lighting, this is a genuine natural eco experience. Private Tour - Just like standard Glowing Adventure eco-tour, but for your private group - just you, your friends, and your guide. Glowing Adventures Photography Tour - Private photography tours for 2-4 people. Take your time and photograph some of New Zealand's finest scenery. Photography equipment welcome. NOTE: All tours not suitable for anyone with mobility issues as the tour involves walking through streams and over rocks. A reasonable level of fitness is required

The Maths Eyes Waikato trail on the University of Waikato Hamilton campus is free to use to people of all ages and abilities. It is set in park-like surroundings, wheelchair-friendly and open all year round. The 1.6 km trail starts and finishes at Gate 2b on Knighton Rd. There is an information board and map at the start of the trail. Fun, interactive maths activities in te reo Maori and English.

The North Island's largest Zoo is home to over 600 native and exotic animals and set amidst 25ha of lush and tranquil surroundings