Take yourself on a journey around the lodge's magnificent
park-like gardens, engage in a game of petanque with
other guests, practice your golf game on our chip and
putt golf hole or relax around the pool while taking
in the magnificent vista. Day and overnight ocean fishing
excursions, water skiing and jet skiing can also be
organised.
Cambridge and the surrounding area boast a wide array
of activities to cater to all tastes and inclinations.
GOLF
- 1 golf course within 10 minutes
- 6 other courses within 30 minutes
WALKS
A prominent feature on Cambridge's South East horizon
is the Maungatautari mountain range, "The mountain
of upright rock". The remnant of an early volcano,
the 2000 hectares of bush-clad slopes are now a department
of conservation reserve with several tramping tracks
running the length of the range and crossing the two
highest peaks, Maungatautari (795 metres) and Pukeatua
(719 metres). The remains of numerous fortified sites
(Pa's) are visible from the roads that pass the range.
FISHING
Lake Trips Boating and sea kayaking adventures can
be arranged on Lake Karapiro, the epicentre of water
sports in New Zealand due to its sheltered surroundings.
Relaxing and enlightening, fishing tours can be arranged
around the local area.
TEAM BUILDING
Local operators offer team building exercises and facilities
in and around Lake Karapiro.
CAMBRIDGE STUD TOURS
Visit some of the areas finest stud farms and inspect
their famous bloodstock and families.
HOT AIR BALLOONING
Take off and let the wind take you away. An excellent,
relaxing adventure opening up the beautiful views of
the mighty Waikato River.
JET BOATING
Exhilarating jet boat manoeuvres scenic views to Lake
Karapiro Dam with a fascinating historical commentary
of the area.
Maungatautari Lodge is an easy one hour drive from
Rotorua, The Waitomo Caves and Tauranga, and a one
and a half hour drive from Taupo, each a 'must-see'
for those new to the region.
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