Walking Not Enough? Have We Got The Run For You!

whakanewha run

  The Grazed Knees 10K trail run has been designed to challenge half-baked excuses, like “not a fast runner”, “don’t like trails”, “no time to go explore Whakenewha”.   Enter this event and discover the beauty of this wonderful Regional Park with an off-road course that starts at the campground and which takes you through bush and along beaches in a quiet corner of … [Read more...]

The Atawhai Whenua Experience

atawhai whenua

  Interactive fun walk for all fitness levels and ages as you explore the walkways of Atawhai Whenua reserve.  Pick up at map at Caravan HQ on the wharf where professional guide, Janine James, will give a short briefing before you set off on your trail of discovery.  The flipside of the map has a quiz and there will be people stationed along the route who may be … [Read more...]

‘The Goldie’ Photography Wander

The Goldie Estate

   Wander at leisure around The Goldie Estate, Lesley Posey Storm, 'mein host' of The Goldie Room, will be on hand to answer questions. The Tasting Room will be open if you feel like a 'mid-wander' reviver!Still in the planning stage, we are hoping to have a photography workshop at The Goldie Room which will also be open for lunch. Date and Start time: Wednesday 31 … [Read more...]

Rocky Bay Reminiscences

Rocky Bay Hall

  The old Waiheke is alive and well in Rocky Bay.Untainted by progress, development or the 'latte' set, this is where it all happens. Join the locals and hear the real Waiheke story. Tea and cakes may well be available at the start or finish of this walk in the iconic Rocky Bay (Omiha) Hall. Date and Start Time: Thursday 1 November, 10.30amDuration: 2 hoursStart … [Read more...]

Te Whau Tidal Trail

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Te Whau Point separates Rocky Bay from Putiki Bay.  Walk its wild side along the Hitapa Track and then follow us around the rocks (and the mud) to get up close and personal with some of the most interesting bays on the island.  Once we show you how you'll want to bring all your friends.  Bring good shoes and a change of socks! Date and Start Time: Monday 29 October, 11.30amDuration: 3.5 … [Read more...]

Journey to the Lost Centre

Lost Centre, just follow the cows!

  Deep in the eastern end lies undeveloped reserve, definitely one for the battle-hardened bush-whacker! Slog up a swampy valley so long you'll think we are lost. Finally emerge into a farm block so big you can't see the road. Hard work, but you'll be able to say you were there... Waiheke residents meet at Charlie Farleys 1.20pm to 'car share' and follow the Special bus to 'hidden' … [Read more...]

Nordic Walking

Nordic walking group

  Trial Sessions begin here: Guided Walk starts here: Nordic Walking just has to be experienced! The health benefits are amazing and the trial sessions last year were great fun. We are delighted to be able to again offer free trial sessions as part of this year's Walking Festival. This is the perfect opportunity to try out something new with some of … [Read more...]