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Things to Do on the West Coast of Northland
From Lighthouse Lodge
Lighthouse Tour
We can arrange a tour
along the beach to historic Pouto Lighthouse. Approx 2 hours
Quad bike Tours
An experience you will never forget, the best way
to enjoy the true untouched natural wilderness of the white sand
beaches, huge sand dunes, pine forest and scenic reserve.
Time lengths are flexible to suit all ages, no experience necessary.
Farm Tour
See how a West Coast farm is managed. Explore
the beautiful fresh water lakes also on the property.
Claybird Shooting
With an experienced, licensed operator, either on the beach or the
farm.
Fishing
The Kaipara Harbour is the largest harbour in the
Southern Hemisphere and offers excellent fishing. Fish from the
rocks or beach right outside the Lodge! Bring your own rods and
bait (freezer space available), or if you prefer to have someone with
you to assist rods and bait are provided.
The Beach
We are situated at one end of the longest driveable
beach in the Southern Hemisphere, Ripiro Beach. It extends 100km
from Maunganui Bluff in the north to Pouto Point. There is heaps of walking, exploring,
swimming etc. Spend a day discovering ancient shipwrecks! Let us prepare a picnic basket for you to take
on your explorations.
Mini Golf (Pouto Style!)
This is possible on the adjacent
reserve. Some of our guests limit themselves to 2 clubs each and
judging by the laughter, really enjoy themselves.
Lazy Days
Relax and enjoy an ever changing vista across the Kaipara Harbour. Perhaps watch Gannets and Seals hunting and
basking in the sun from the decks of Lighthouse Lodge. Or soak
in the spa on the deck under the stars.
The Lodge also has a selection of indoor activities - Sky TV,
Stereo System, Board Games, Cards and a library including books about
local shipwrecks, history of Pouto, bird identification etc.
The Shipwreck Bar
Party or unwind at our casual bar or simply
relax with a quiet drink and the sounds of the sea.
West Coast & Kaipara District Attractions
Waipoua Forest
View the mighty Tane
Mahuta, the largest remaining Kauri tree (full day excursion).
Trounson Kauri Reserve
450 hectare unmodified Kauri forest with easy 40 minute
loop track.
Kai Iwi Lakes
3 freshwater lakes for trout fishing, swimming,
boating.
Horse Treks on Baylys Beach
Daily treks down the beach,
safety gear provided. Quiet horses. Bookings are essential. Ph: 09 439
5945
Dargaville
Kumara capital of New Zealand situated along the Wairoa River NZ's longest navigable river. Visit the Dargaville
Shipwreck Museum
and Kauri Gumdiggers Exhibition Hall.
'The Kumara
Box' features "Ernie" and his live Kumara Show, well worth a
visit, includes DVD presentation of the Kaipara and Kauri Forests.
Matakohe Kauri Museum
History of early pioneers and Kauri
forests. A real Must Do!
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Quad bike tours
Farm tours
Haymaking season
Our freshwater lakes
The boss!
Claybird shooting
Fishing below the lodge
Ancient shipwrecks
Mini golf on the reserve
Picnic lunch on
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