Looking for something to do on a sunny Saturday? Want to try something different when out for a Sunday drive? Or is it time to take the family away for a short break?
But most importantly do you want to have some fun without spending a lot of $$$...
Horse trekking (Mt Lyford)
Ride through native beech forest, tussock high country and river valleys amongst the Amuri Range. Prices start from $80 per person. www.lyfordtreks.co.nz
Waipara Springs Winery Platter Lunch (Waipara)
While the big kids enjoy the "Springs Platter" (selection of cheeses, seasonal fruits, salmon, salami, olives, dips & more) $45 , the little kids can enjoy a platter with cheese, fruit, fairy bread, marshmallows, ham, salami, yoghurt & salad $10 . For more menu options check out - www.waiparasprings.co.nz
Hurunui High Country Track (Culverden/Hurunui)
Private walking track that covers 30km over three nights and takes you through different types of vegetation, farmland, beech forest and sub-alpine terrain. Season November – April. Price - 3 night walk $150 per person, 2 night walk $125 per person. www.walkingtrack.co.nz
Camping under the stars.
Do you like camping? Then check out the Hurunui Districts range of reserves. Head to Balmoral Reserve (at Hurunui) to camp by the Hurunui River, or Amberley Beach for surf casting, but if you want access to the river and sea at the same time then visit the Hurunui River Mouth Camping Ground (south of Cheviot). www.hurunui.govt.nz
Weka Pass Railway (Waipara)
Step back in time and enjoy a trip on a steam train. Available 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month every Sunday in January and most public holidays from Waipara to Waikari and return. Family - $50 return. www.wekapassrailway.co.nz
Flaxmere Gardens (Hawarden)
Hawarden’s secret is Flaxmere Gardens. Located 300m above sea level Flaxmere is “A Garden of National Significance” and home to Art in a Garden. Flaxmere is a garden that is breathtakingly bold in its design. www.flaxmeregarden.co.nz
Picnic at St Annes Lagoon Wildlife Reserve. (SH1, Cheviot)
Pack up the car and kids, head to Cheviot to St Annes Lagoon which is a picturesque reserve perfect for a family picnic. Walk amongst the extensive oak trees. www.cheviotnz.com
Gore Bay
Swim, surf, walk, play or relax at one of New Zealand’s safest beaches – Gore Bay. Located only 10 minutes from Cheviot. If you want to stay for more than a day consider booking a holiday home/bach. www.cheviotnz.com
Dutch Golf (Hawarden)
Dutch Golf originating from the Netherlands is a mixture of ‘normal’ golf and croquet. Full course is 16 holes. Prices start from $8 per person for 8 holes. www.thedutchstation.co.nz
The Beast Obstacle Course (Leithfield)
Beat "The Beast" obstacle course… check out the 45 obstacles that test strength, balance, agility, stamina and mental problem solving skills. Suitable for 10 yrs and up. Prices: $25 Adult, $18 Secondary Student, $15 Primary Student. www.ultimatechallengecentre.co.nz
