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With so many local businesses focused on minimizing their impact on the environment and embracing the Tiaki Promise to care for people and place, there are countless ways to explore the Waikato with a clear conscience.
Be inspired with a light footprint itinerary, delve into the inspiring sustainability initiatives that thrive in the mighty Waikato, proving that tourism and conservation can go hand in hand and read the stories of those who have made it their mission to protect and cherish this remarkable region.
Explore the Waikato with a light heart, knowing that your adventure contributes to the wellbeing of our people and place.
Qualmark Businesses
Qualmark is New Zealand tourism’s official quality assurance organisation which aligns with the GSTC (Global Sustainable Tourism Council). All Qualmark businesses are committed to minimising their environmental impact, managing waste management & pollution and restoring nature.

$120
Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours

$15
Sanctuary Mountain Explorer Pass

$25
Zealong Tea Estate - High Tea

$40
Raglan Boat Charters - Sunset Cruise

$20
Hamilton Gardens

$59.98
CAMJET Cambridge Jet Boat Tours

Te Awamutu Museum

$15
Hamilton Gardens Highlights Tour

$249
Thundercross Valley Dirt Bike Park

$60
Camjet - 60 Minute Ecological Tour (Slower Speed)

$158
JetPark Hamilton Airport and Conference Centre

$269
Unyoked - Off Grid Eco Cabin Experience - Raglan

$150
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

$270
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

$200
Ibis Tainui Hamilton

$295
Rural Tours - Waikato Country Stays

$140
Distinction Hamilton Hotel

$70
Lakewood Lodge

$400
Te Karaka Lodge

$259
Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments

$160
Podium Lodge

$160