Things to See & Do

Many of the treasures of the North Island are within a relatively short drive from Orokawa Villa, including...

Plentiful fishing, both Ocean and River
Orokawa Bay / Waihi Beach
Wonderful walks and tracks through rain forest or from bay-to-bay along the coast
Miles and miles of scenic bike trails
The friendly and vibrant town of Waihi.
The bustling towns of Mount Manganui and Tauranga
Waihi Beach- 9 km of fine white sand
Beautiful Karangahake Gorge and the gold mining sites both historic and present day in the Waihi area

The seaside/harbour towns Whangamata, Tairua and Whitianga to which the ferry travels across the harbour to Flaxmill Bay
A little further to the north- Coromandel town, the Pepper Tree (one of our favorite restaurants in all of New Zealand!), and the fascinating Driving Creek Railway
Hobbiton, the Shire of JRR Tolkien's Middle Earth
New Zealand's Maori Cultural Center and the Rotorua area's natural thermal wonders
Kiwifruit and Avocado Orchards
The hot natural hot spring mineral pools at Athenree (approx 15 minute drive)

Sample the local treats and buy gifts at our quaint seaside market then walk along Waihi Beach- 9 km of fine white sand.

Venture through the beautiful Karangahake Gorge and the gold mining sites - both historic and present day in the Waihi area

Visit the Shire of JRR Tolkien's Middle Earth!

Come and check out these great events happening near the lodge!