Activities
Lots to see and do here on the Kauri Coast, Hokianga, Cape Reinga, Warkworth, Kaikohe, Ahipara etc.
| Number 1 Kumara Show. Kumara Train and the smallest church in New Zealand Dargaville
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Kumara or sweet potato Exciting 1 hour show which includes; exploring a kumara pit, see bulk kumara in storage, learn about the past and present curing methods. See one of NZ's largest greenstone carvings, watch a DVD of Ernie's kumara secrets and highlights of the Kaipara and much more............. Ride the Kumara train a visit the smallest church in New Zealand Accommodation available in Dargaville or surrounding areas |
Times to suit - book with the Visitor Information Centre,
Dargaville Ph 09 439 4975 or email Individual or group bookings only $20 per person - show plus optional $10 for a ride on the kumara train and visit to New Zealand's smallest church and is available for christenings, weddings etc. . morning/afternoon tea $5 , lunch $12 or dinner $20 can also be arranged. |
| Number 2 Horse Riding Baylys Beach
Horse Riding Baylys Beach
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Accommodation available in Dargaville or Baylys Beach and surrounding areas | per person cost: 1 hour $50, 2 hours $70 and 3 hours $90 Times to suit - book with the Visitor Information Centre, Dargaville Ph 09 439 4975 Individual or group bookings . |
| Number 3 Pounamu Carving Studio
Commission Paul to create your one off design or select from pieces in his studio.
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Well known Pounamu carver Paul Graham has relocated to
Dargaville and has opened his studio to the public. adjacent to the Visitor Information Centre, Dargaville. |
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| Number 4 Woodturning tuition with Rick Taylor Dargaville
yes - girls can wood turn just as well! |
Wood turning tuition - one day or longer. all levels covered - start a new hobby or gain more knowledge from a master wood turner - Rick Taylor Rick has his own gallery/studio in Dargaville and offer tuition to adult students. |
Book at the Visitor Information Centre Ph 09 439 8360 or kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz or contact Rick Taylor direct: Ph 09 439 4975 or kauri4u@xtra.co.nz www.thewoodturnersstudio.co.nz
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| Number 5 Horse Riding Warkworth
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1 hour north of Auckland plus 5 minutes from Warkworth.
Scenic Farm and Forest rides. Enjoy safe horse and pony rides for all ages.
Suit beginners to experienced riders. 1 hour, 2 hour or times to suit. Also
farmstay and riding holidays for students. Bookings required
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1 hour $40, 2hour $70 Bookings essential Book at the Visitor Information Centre Dargaville Ph 09 439 8360 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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| Number 6 Wagon rides at Baylys Beach
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Let William the Clydesdale (and Peter the driver) take you
along Baylys Beach, listen to the sound of the waves, sit back and relax and
enjoy this wonderful coastline.
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Adult $25 child $10 maximum of 5 adults or 2 adults and 4 children per ride. 1 1/2 hour tour. Book at the Visitor Information Centre Dargaville Ph 09 439 8360 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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| Number 7 Dargaville Museum
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Situated at Harding Park overlooking the Dargaville
township. See the Rainbow Warrior masts, pre European Maori canoe,
collections hall, impressive kauri gumdiggers exhibition hall with
operational gum washing plant. Relics from French warship L'Alcmene wrecked
1851 and other shipwrecks recovered from the coast. Vintage Machinery Club
adjacent. Guided museum tours, lunches morning and afternoon teas for groups provided. Groups need to book for a guided tour.. |
Book at the Visitor Information Centre Dargaville
Ph 09 439 8360 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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| Number 8 The Kauri Museum, Matakohe
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Discover the mighty Kauri Tree, its timber and its gum, and pioneering settlers in New Zealand. Outstanding displays, real exhibits, original early photos and fascinating stories await you. Easy to spend 2 hours here without realising the time. Accommodation and food close by. | Book at the Visitor Information Centre Dargaville
Ph 09 439 8360 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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| Number 9 Maize Maze closed till next growing season Baylys Beach turnoff from SH12 Dargaville Lions International project |
Loose yourself for 45 minutes in the amazing
Maize Maze open weekends 10am - 4pm or by appointment at other times Come and have some fun! |
Booking: Visitor Information Centre Ph 09 439 4975 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz gold coin donation |
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Number 10 Fern River Horse Trekking
South Hokianga |
Choice of riding on the fabulous and wild west
coast beach Waimamaku visiting historical Kawerua. or Trekking over hill county farmland with breathtaking views all the way to Maunganui Bluff to the south and Mitimit/Pungaru to the North. Learn the rich history of both European n and Maori on these personalised rides. |
Pricing per rider $40 for the 1st hour and $35
for the following 2 hours, $10 after that. No minimum number Maximum 7 (no more than 3 inexperienced riders) email kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz Ph 09 439 4975 |
| Number 11 Dargaville - Historic River Cruise on the "Daisy"
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90 minute cruise on the mighty Northern Wairoa
River - learn some of the history of the kauri timber milling days, the
sailing ships, the stories of the past. Flat bottom, 12metres in length and built only 5 years ago. see "river" page for more photos Get a group together - minimum number of guests 4 - maximum 20. (if only 2 passengers they can have the option to pay $80 for a private charter) Longer cruises available and can be designed to suit your needs ie birthday party, anniversary, company function etc. Bar facilities can be set up. Catering can also be arranged for your function. |
Adult $20, child $10 (under 4 free) contact Visitor Information Centre, Dargaville Ph 64 + 9 439 4975 Minimum number 6 passengers or pay the equivalent fare.
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| number 12 Explore NZ - beach, boat tours
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Based in Paihia, Bay of Islands. Spend the day on Urupukapuka Island. Day trip from Paihia to Cape Reinga via Ninety Mile Beach. Dolphin Discoveries - the Ultimate Bay of Islands Experience. On the Edge - Day Sail in the Bay |
Tours from $89 adult or do the a two tour
combination and get a discount.. Bookings and more information available from the Dargaville Visitor Information Centre, 09 439 4975 email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz plan ahead and book your tour before your arrival in the Bay of Islands and then you wont miss out on these special experiences. Pick up a 10% discount voucher from the Dargaville Visitor Information Centre. email: kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz Ph 09 439 4975
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| Number 13 Pouto Sand Safaris - Kauri Coast
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Pouto is 1 hours drive from Dargaville and is
the place to join this tour to get access to the Pouto Lighthouse and to
marvel at the thousands of acres of sand dunes.. Special Ranger 4 x 4 or 4 x quad bikes tours Bookings essential. |
Tours from 1 hour 30 minutes at $35 per person
(minimum of 2) Sat and Sunday. Minimum tour Monday - Friday 4 persons (Ask as we may have other people booked on a tour or you can pay for 4) and have a private tour. Ph: Dargaville Visitor Information centre 09 439 4975 or email kauriinfo@xtra.co.nz
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tracks and walks around the Kauri Coast
www.doc.govt.nz/parks-and-recreation/tracks-and-walks/northland/kauri-coast
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