R&R Get Out to Kawhia for a Rural Escape!

Got To Get Out and RELAX in a bush, rural, beach, small town environment of Kawhia?

We found out about Kawhia on a recent trip, and decided we want to 'support local', bring some visitors to this small town, and engage with the community. This won't be a 'normal' Got To Get Out trip, expect to see 'behind the curtain' of a small rural town, and and have a simple fun time.

This is a family friendly relax in a huge (old) private lodge, nestled among Kauri and Rimu trees, a short drive to Kawhia on the west coast of the North Island. Well equipped with all you need.

We will depart from Auckland (or some can self drive from anywhere for a different price) and we plan to stay in the Te Kauri lodge (see https://www.tekauri.org.nz/), and arrive late Friday night.

Saturday plans:

- shared breakfast

- bush walk (Manuka track adjacent to the lodge)

- weather permitting: Drive to Kawhia, go paddle boarding (cost of the lesson / boards included for you), fish and chip or packed lunch in Kawhia township. Bring your own paddle board if you wish (we will bring the trailer).

- Sat night, shared feast at the lodge, play games, spot-lighting in the bush, chilling out with open fire.

Sunday plans:

- check out a local farm and go horse trekking there (riding is optional and extra cost), spectating / walking beside horses is free, or you can do your own thing - hang out at the lodge or whatever you 'need'. It's your holiday!

- clean up lodge together

- head home early afternoon after eating last nights leftovers!

- may pop into Pirongia for the 'nature walk' which is a stunning walk through native bush.

Read about other things to do in Kawhia, here: https://www.waikatonz.com/destinations/waitomo-caves-and-surrounds/kawhia/

We will be in a large dorm with bunk beds, no double beds, huge shared kitchen,

Join us for a fun R&R escape weekend!

Please note: we accept refunds up to 7 days before departure, but after that point no refunds as we have committed to the accommodation and transport delivery