HAMILTON & WAIKATO
The Waikato region has a range of natural attractions and activities to enjoy. Visit the lush green landscape and rolling hills that inspired Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film trilogies. Discover underground caves and black sand surf beaches. The city of Hamilton offers excellent shopping, galleries and eateries, as well as the visually stunning Hamilton Gardens.
DO
• Surf the legendary left hand breaks at Manu Bay Hobbiton, Matamata INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT ATTRACTION
• Explore underground caves at Waitomo on a boat tour or for the more adventurous, try abseiling or blackwater rafting
EAT & DRINK
• Dine like a hobbit at Hobbiton™ Movie set’s evening dinner experience
WHAT’S ON
Hamilton 1
UCI Track Cycling World Cup December (dates to be confirmed)
Hobbiton
2 Cambridge
Lake Tarewa
Waitomo Caves
Hamilton Gardens, Hamilton . 1 2
Kawhia Kai Festival February (dates to be confirmed) Balloons over Waikato March (dates to be confirmed)
HOTELS PAGE Distinction Hamilton Hotel ◆◆◆◆ 62 62 The Henley Hotel ◆◆◆◆◆
WAITOMO CAVES
Waitomo Glow Worm Caves are a must see for any traveller. The glow worm is unique to New Zealand. Witness thousands of tiny creatures radiate their light as the expert guides provide informative commentary on the caves’ historic and geological significance. Enjoy the world famous boat ride and become a part of 128 years of cultural and natural history. Includes: • Waitomo Caves • Boat ride • Informative commentary Operator: Waitomo Caves Duration: 45 minutes Departs: Daily from Waitomo Caves Visitor Centre every 30 minutes, 9am – 5:30pm (Oct – Mar), 9am – 5pm (Apr – Sep) The caves may close temporarily at any time due to weather conditions.
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21
Adult $56* $63*
Child 4-14 yrs $27* $27*
BLACK WATER RAFTING
Challenge yourself on an epic adventure. Black Labyrinth will have you climbing, black water tubing, leaping and floating through Ruakuri Cave. Black Abyss combines abseiling, climbing, gliding down a flying fox and cave tubing underneath glow worms. Includes: • Black water rafting • Expert guide • Use of all personal protective equipment and helmet Operator: Legendary Black Water Rafting Co. Duration: Black Labyrinth: 3 hours Black Abyss: 5 hours Departs: Daily from 39 Waitomo Caves Road Black Labyrinth: 9am, 10:30am, 12 noon, 1:30pm, 3pm, Black Abyss: 9am, 2pm Not suitable for children under 12 yrs. Other prices apply 1 Oct 20 – 31 Mar 21.
1 Apr – 30 Sep 20 Labyrinth Abyss
Adult/Child $166* $288*
HOBBITON™ MOVIE SET TOUR
Visit the 15 acre site of the Hobbiton™ Movie Set. See Hobbit holes, The Green Dragon™ Inn, The Mill and other structures while learning how this beautiful piece of Waikato farmland was transformed into The Shire from Middle-Earth™. Enjoy a complimentary, exclusively brewed beverage at The Green Dragon™ Inn. Includes: • Hobbiton™ Movie Set guided tour • Informative commentary • Drink at The Green Dragon™ Inn Operator: Hobbiton™ Movie Set Tours Duration: 2 hours Departs: Daily from The Shire’s Rest™, Matamata every 45 minutes from 9am – 3:30pm Other departure points available.
1 Apr 20 – 31 Mar 21
Adult $94*
Child 9-16 yrs $46*
Prices are a guide only, subject to change and availability and are in Australian Dollars. From prices for accommodation are per room per night for 2 people, unless otherwise specified and based on the lowest room category for *travel in low season. Prices for tours and transfers are per person, unless otherwise specified. For full terms and conditions including pricing and conditions, refer to the Booking Conditions at the back of this brochure.
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