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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
$20
Hamilton Gardens
$55
CAMJET Cambridge Jet Boat Tours
$95
Raglan Rock Karioi Canyoning
Te Awamutu Museum
$68
Zealong Tea Estate
$55
Camjet - 60 Minuite Ecological Tour (Slower Speed)
$30
Raglan Boat Charters - Sunset Cruise
$249
Thundercross Valley Dirt Bike Park
$15
Hamilton Gardens Highlights Tour
$15
Sanctuary Mountain Explorer Pass
$109
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
$120
Distinction Hamilton Hotel
$158
JetPark Hamilton Airport and Conference Centre
$160
Podium Lodge
$259
Hidden Lake Hotel and Apartments
$400
Te Karaka Lodge
$180
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
$270
Rural Tours - Waikato Farmstays
$270
Rural Tours Ltd - South Island Farmstays
$160
Tuakau Hotel
$138
Bella Vista Motel Hamilton
$90