Te Kauri Lodge
Nau mai, haere mai. Welcome.
Nestled in a stunning scenic reserve, Te Kauri Lodge has old style charm with a range of walking tracks right on the doorstep.
Just an hour’s drive from Hamilton and 20 minutes to the picturesque coastal settlement of Kawhia, it’s an affordable venue for schools, other groups and events.
The lodge, built in 1961, is owned by the Hamilton Junior Naturalist Club.
Location
3679 State Highway 31 (Kawhia Road), Oparau
Te Kauri Lodge is a pleasant one hour drive from Hamilton, and a 20 minute drive to Kawhia.
Pirongia Forest Park is a 30 minute drive.
The lodge is also close to Te Araroa, a 3000km walking trail the length of New Zealand.
Our Facilities
Our lodge is perfectly set up for school camps and other educational groups. The peaceful bush ambience creates an ideal setting for learning and training.
Te Kauri Lodge is perfect for large groups and events. It’s suitable for birthdays, family gatherings, weddings, retreats, workshops, corporate events, club gatherings, music festivals,
Te Kauri Lodge is a pleasant one hour drive from Hamilton, and a 20 minute drive to Kawhia.
1,100 hectares of beautiful native bush reserve, managed by the Department of Conservation, is right on our doorstep.
Te Kauri Lodge
3700 State Highway 31 (Kawhia Road), Te Awamutu 3878
Hamilton Junior Naturalist Club
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