DOC Summer Programme

Mahi Aroha Summer Programme 2017

is now online
Bring the kids, grab a friend and explore the outdoors
like never before.

To book your amazing trip click below
www.doc.govt.nz/mahiaroha

Healthy nature, healthy people.

There is a full calendar of trips and activities from 01 – 30 January 2017. i.e.

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Boyd Oamaru Helihike

Taharua Road off SH 5, Taupo, Taupo, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Take off by helicopter to the remote Boyd Airstrip nestled in the heart of the Kaimanawa Forest Park for a walk like no other. You’ll want sturdy footwear as you tackle this …
Sat 07 Jan 17
- Sat 7 Jan 2017, 7:15am – 4:30pm
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Come Fly with Me – Kite Flying Day

Whakakapa Village, SH48, Mt Ruapehu, National Park, Tongariro

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Join Project Tongariro and the NZ Kitefliers Association for a family fun day on the Chateau Tongariro golf course. A sausage sizzle will keep you fuelled while we get stuck into …
Sun 01 Jan 17
- Sun 1 Jan 2017, 11:00am – 2:00pm
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Discover Lake Rotopounamu

SH 47, Turangi, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: The Project Tongariro forest restoration project has been running at Lake Rotopounamu for over 12 years and the improvement to birdlife is remarkable! Join Project Tongariro …
Mon 02 Jan 17
- Mon 2 Jan 2017, 10:30am – 2:30pm
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Landscape Photography Workshop

SH48, Whakapapa Village, Turangi, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Capture the beauty of our natural surrounds and display it as a keepsake for years to come. Join experienced local photographers at the Whakapapa Visitor Centre for an …
Sat 21 Jan 17
- Sat 21 Jan 2017, 8:00am – 12:00pm
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Okupata Caves Adventure: CANCELLED

SH48, Whakapapa Village, Turangi, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Come and explore the magic of the Okupata limestone caves lying quietly beneath the Tongariro Forest. Great for families or a group of friends. Wade through an underground …
Wed 11 Jan 17
- Wed 11 Jan 2017, 8:45am – 11:00am
- Wed 11 Jan 2017, 11:45am – 1:00pm
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Owhango Alive

Owhango Rd, Owhango, Taumarunui, Manawatu / Whanganui

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Owhango Alive is the community group responsible for bringing back abundant native plant and birdlife to the Ohinetonga Reserve through their successful and continued fight …
Sun 08 Jan 17
- Sun 8 Jan 2017, 10:00am – 2:00pm
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Poronui Mountain Bike Trip

Taharua Road, Taupo, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Explore the fringes of the Mohaka River and Poronui Station like never before. Following sections of the Poronui poled route you’ll head toward a lookout point, which offers …
Wed 11 Jan 17
- Wed 11 Jan 2017, 8:45am – 2:30pm
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Sulphur and Secrets

37 Motutaiko Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Come and discover the beauty, diversity and dynamic nature of the mysterious Rotokawa geothermal area and learn how energy production and conservation can work …
Thu 05 Jan 17
- Thu 5 Jan 2017, 8:30am – 4:00pm
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Te Maari Eruption

National Park, Tongariro

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: This is a unique and challenging tramping experience, hiking through areas impacted by the 2012 Te Maari eruption. DOC volcanologist Harry Keys will describe the science of an …
Fri 06 Jan 17
- Fri 6 Jan 2017, 7:45am – 4:30pm
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Waipakihi Heli-hike

Waipakihi Road, Turangi, Turangi, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: There are not many walks that start with such a thrilling take off, but this is certainly one of them. Setting off by helicopter from the Desert Road towards the stunning …
Sun 15 Jan 17
- Sun 15 Jan 2017, 8:15am – 4:00pm
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Wairakei Wildlife Sanctuary Tour

Wairakei Drive, Taupo, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: There’s more than golf at Wairakei International Golf Course’s “front nine”. Come and enjoy a leisurely walk around the course, which in recent years has been …
Thu 19 Jan 17
- Thu 19 Jan 2017, 2:45pm – 4:00pm
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Wild At Heart – A Kaimanawa Horse Experience

37 Motutaiko Street, Taupo, Lake Taupo

Part of the Mahi Aroha Summer Programme: Take a rare and guided visit to the Waiouru Military Base, the Moawhango Ecological District and the home of the wild Kaimanawa horse. View spectacular scenery not often seen …
Mon 09 Jan 17
- Mon 9 Jan 2017, 7:45am – 4:30pm