Pirongia Activities

Abseiling/Climbing

Nature Walks

Water Sports

Kayaking Lake Ngaroto, situated about 15 minutes drive from the lodge, is an ideal sheltered lake to learn the basics of kayaking. To hire the kayaks and/or an instructor - please contact the warden. Water Hole Apart from a quick paddle in the nearby stream, the nearest water hole to the lodge is on Limeworks Loop Road. This is about a 15 minute drive from the lodge and is combined with a picnic area and DoC toilet. It is also the start of the Nikau Loop Walk, which is a flat walk along the Kaniwhaniwha Stream. The actual loop section of the walk begins as the stream emerges from the bush. In total it takes about 3 hours to complete the loop, including crossing a small swing bridge over the stream. An interesting side trip can be made from the loop, to explore the only natural caves on Mt. Pirongia. This is only 10 mins further walking and allows your students to squeeze through relatively small, but short, caves, without the need for a qualified guide.
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