GRADE 4 Max 30 For the keen tramper, we are reinstating a day tramp on Thursday 15 March , a bit of an entrée to a great weekend. The Tramp will take in the very best the local area has to offer. A combination of spectacular coastal and native forest tracks, great views, beautiful streams and waterfalls, just a fine tramp with experienced guides. Degree of difficulty: This is a serious day tramp with some steep climbs but lots of easy walking. Walkers need to be fit and up for an 8 hour day. Equipment: Good boots essential and a walking pole useful. Wet weather jacket advised. […]
4 Beaches & an Ice-cream – NEW – SUNDAY
SUNDAY GRADE 1 – max 30 people: Brand new walk taking in four of the most beautiful beaches in the country in just over 4 hours! Learn a little of the history of the beaches and enjoy either a 10 – 15 minute guided walk at each beach or a peaceful sit – your choice at each stop. We start with morning tea under an enormous pohutukawa tree above Langs Beach followed by a short walk, or bring your folding chair and just gaze out to sea. On to Waipu Cove where you get your ice cream and a stroll on the beach. Back over the hill to Mangawhai Heads […]
Learn to Surf – NEW this year
SATURDAY GRADE 3 – max 20 people : Learn about the history of surfing at Mangawhai, the origins of surf lifesaving and how surfing has grown to be a large part of local life. Aotearoa Surf’s beginner surf experience which will teach you everything from beach safety, reading the ocean, handling your surfboard, paddling techniques through to standing riding waves towards the beach. All equipment provided. Bring your lunch. Degree of difficulty: Suitable for beginners and more experienced. Equipment: Towel, water bottle, sunscreen, warm change of clothes, suitable footwear. Carpool: Assembly time 8.00am, 2.5hrs, $65.00
Tanekaha Botanical Track – SATURDAY & SUNDAY – NEW
SATURDAY & SUNDAY GRADE 3-4: max 30 people : The jewel in the Tanekaha crown! This brand new track links the Falls and Forest Tracks by following the contour around the side of the Brynderwyn Hills into every nook and cranny. A steady climb up the Forest Track to start with, then just a few ups and downs which will put no strain on the lungs. The track passes through a variety of forest types from tanekaha and nikau groves, to dense ponga stands and mature kanuka with great specimens of puriri along the way. A truly spectacular walk yet to be trodden by most people. Degree of difficulty: Some […]
Vineyard Visits plus Winemakers Lunch – SUNDAY – NEW
SUNDAY GRADE 1-2: max 30 people: Enjoy a relaxing and delightful Sunday experience. You will travel by bus to visit vineyards in the picturesque King Road valley. A delightful discussion on the art and science of wine tasting at Te Whai Bay Winery and Vineyard will set you up beautifully to enjoy tastings at Lochiel, Millars and Estuary Vineyards. You will be able to stretch your legs with a short (10 minutes) walk between the first two vineyards and then continue by bus for the final two destinations. We will return to Te Whai Bay for a delicious platter lunch showcasing our local artisan food producers. This is an outing […]