Lake Hakanoa Huntly Domain

Embark on a premier 3-day private journey through New Zealand’s iconic "Golden Triangle." This tour offers a seamless blend of cinematic magic, cultural immersion, and natural wonders with professional door-to-door service. Day 1 features the Hobbiton Movie Set with a buffet lunch and an evening of Māori culture at Mitai Village. Day 2 explores Rotorua and Wai-O-Tapu Thermal Wonderland before heading to the adventure hub of Taupō. Day 3 concludes with the magical Waitomo Glowworm Caves and the world-renowned Hamilton Gardens. Travelling in our premium Mercedes-Benz fleet, you enjoy total flexibility. We manage all logistics and transport, allowing you to relax and enjoy the lush Waikato landscape.

Visit the Zealong Tea Room and indulge in our Signature High Tea, curated with a selection of hand-crafted gourmet sweets and savouries, or choose from our seasonal lunch set menu. Enhance your experience with the perfect pairing of Zealong tea to - whether you prefer a refreshing green, a floral oolong, or a bold black, all our teas are 100% organically grown on-site and proudly made in New Zealand. All served with breathtaking views of the Estate’s rolling tea terraces and landscaped gardens. Make your visit even more memorable with a traditional tea tasting ceremony or a guided tour of our certified organic tea plantation.

A volunteer heritage railway group providing the public with steam &/or diesel train rides on 5km of the old Rotowaro to Glen Afton branch line 12km drive west of Huntly. Open days operate on the first Sunday of every month. For other dates or to charter a train for your group contact the Secretary by email. The Open Day ticket covers rides on the main train between 10.00am and 3.00pm. Rides on an old bush "jigger" are usually available at a small extra cost. Souvenirs, a sausage sizzle, other food items and drinks are normally available on Open Days. We have EFTPOS. As well as train rides, the railway has a significant collection of heritage industrial railway items on display, much of which came from the coal & timber industries.

Come on an electric adventure along the majestic Waikato Te Awa, New Zealand's longest river! Join us for a curated 1-3 day experience on Te Awa 'The Great New Zealand River Ride' or Waikato River Trail. This incredible journey begins or ends at the northern trailhead, just an hour's drive from Auckland Airport in Ngāruawāhia, and takes you through key attractions such as The Hamilton Gardens, The Velodrome, and Cambridge before concluding or commencing at Lake Karapiro. Choose from our carefully crafted packages that include everything you need for a seamless Mighty Waikato River experience. From bikes to kayaks, thrilling jet boat rides, delicious meals, accommodations, and transportation – we have it all covered. Welcome to River Riders.

The famous Hampton Downs Go-Karts and we offer exhilarating U-Drive track experiences in our V8 Mustang or Camaro. Other attractions include Mad Mike's Mad Lab, the Toyota Gazoo Racing's live workshop, which are both located alongside Aoraki Coffee Roasters Café, which sells award-winning coffee and great food seven days a week. Our modern conferencing facilities and exhilarating team building experiences make Hampton Downs a great option for businesses looking for a meeting place or event venue.

Experience New Zealand golf with a private, multi-day guided adventure tailored to your group’s specific playing style and schedule and ability. Departing from anywhere in the upper North Island, our bespoke tours offer a connection to some of the North Island’s best fairways, combining premium door-to-door transport with the expertise of a dedicated local host, guide and caddy. We go beyond simple logistics by curating your entire itinerary, managing tee-time coordination, and handling all equipment logistics to ensure a stress-free experience from the first drive to the final putt and everything in between. Other activities of your choosing may of course be included in your custom itinerary.