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Top Spring Activities in the Waikato

Make the most of the spring in the Waikato with so much to see and do, check out the top spring activities to do in the Waikato region below:
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See Cherry Blossoms
Nothing says Spring like a walk through blossoming cherry trees
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Get Back to Nature
Spring is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors.
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Pedal Power
Ride one of the great cycle trails on offer in the Waikato region including the Te Awa River Ride, Hauraki Rail Trai and more.
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Animal Encounters
Nothing says spring like baby animals.
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Experience the Middle-earth Movie Magic in Full Bloom
Spring is the most beautiful time of year to take a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set.
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Foodie Delights
Visit one of the region’s many farmers’ markets for fresh local produce
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Spot Waterfalls
Spring is the best time to explore the magnificent Waikato Waterfalls.
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Outdoor Activities
Get inspired by the splash of colours in Spring at Hamilton Gardens.
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Indoor Activities
Just in case the weather doesn’t play ball, there are a variety of indoor activity options.

See Cherry Blossoms

Nothing says Spring like a walk through blossoming cherry trees! From beautiful parks to hidden groves - check out our list of top spots to enjoy cherry blossoms in the Waikato.

Get Back to Nature

Spring is the perfect time to explore the great outdoors. From short walks such as Kaniwhaniwha Caves Walk and more challenging hikes like Mt Karioi Raglan there are a great range of walks on offer in the region. In Spring, the Taitua Arboretum is filled with blossoms – perfect for a long walk on a warm spring day. Search the many walks on offer here.

Pedal Power

Ride one of the great cycle trails on offer in the Waikato region including the Te Awa River Ride, Hauraki Rail Trail and many more including local mountain bike parks. Search all the cycle tracks and trails on offer in the Waikato here.

Animal Encounters

Nothing says spring like baby animals. The Waikato region offers many opportunities to get up close with a variety of native and exotic wildlife. Get to know the animals at Hamilton Zoo. Experience the ultimate alpaca experience with one of Cornerstone Alpaca Farm, where you can meet and feed cute alpacas. Visit Sanctuary Mountain Maungatautari in the morning and you may be able to spot one of the many native birdlife that are abundant on the mountain.

Experience the Middle-earth Movie Magic in Full Bloom

Spring is the most beautiful time of year to take a tour of the Hobbiton Movie Set when gardens are in full flower. Gain a first-hand insight into filming and the way things looked when shooting was in full swing and get up close with over 17 hobbit holes from the film, including Bag End, Samwise Gamgee’s house and more.

Foodie Delights

Visit one of the region’s many farmers’ markets for fresh local produce where you can pick up a punnet of strawberries or some fresh asparagus spears. Or you can enjoy the spring weather with a High Tea at Zealong Tea Estate just north of Hamilton or visit award-winning Waikato restaurants.

Spot Waterfalls

Spring is the best time to explore the magnificent Waikato Waterfalls. From the spectacular 55m high Bridal Veil Falls near Raglan, to the impressive Wairere Falls near Matamata. Explore Waikato Waterfalls here.

Outdoor Activities

Get inspired by the splash of colours in Spring at Hamilton Gardens. Spend time exploring the award-winning Hamilton Gardens to discover different civilisations and historically important garden styles from the farthest reaches of the world.

Explore The Sculpture Park at Waitakaruru Arboretum, one of New Zealand’s largest outdoor galleries along the park’s 2km art-in-nature trail. Art installations are set amongst a landscape of ponds, cliffs, rocks, flowering shrubs and trees created from a former quarry.

Race your friends on the go-karts at Hampton Downs. Or explore Raglan's stunning Limestone Coast, secluded bays, black sand beaches with Raglan Kayak's Tours.

Indoor Activities

Just in case the weather doesn’t play ball, there are a variety of indoor activity options including ten-pin bowling at SkyCity Hamilton and interactive exhibitions at Waikato Museum. Catch a movie at Hoyts at Te Awa, The Base, burn off some energy on an indoor rock climbing wall or trampoline park, or visit the Classics Museum with over 100 classic cars on display along with a variety of petrol memorabilia.