Things to do in Ohakune

Top Things to Do in Ohakune

Things to Do in Ohakune

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  • Louise B
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff in your information centre.Were wonderful, helpful and patience. The area is beautiful.Un fortunately for us it was very overcast so we didn't get to view the top .
    Written 11 February 2024
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  • Mandy Coombs
    North Petherton, UK554 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Brilliant park for children, lots of activities to keep them occupied and while we visited without children it’s definitely a place for kids. I loved the big vegetables though & I enjoyed posing with them!!
    Written 24 October 2023
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  • NgarK
    48 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful walk to the falls. Our children aged 8 and 3 at the time loved it. The little one had to be carried for a bit up the stairs on our return but it is definitely family friendly. We ventured to the falls as the kids love rock jumping and they were amazing!
    Written 24 January 2023
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  • Dooley7147
    Wellington, New Zealand44 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    A place of significant meaning to New Zealanders - history well captured here and a worthwhile stop for any travellers going around the mountain
    Written 28 June 2023
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  • Elizabeth H
    Wellington, New Zealand24 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This walk is suitable for nearly anyone. I am not very fit and while there were a few uphill bits, I never felt too out of breath. We did this walk with 2 kids, aged 9 & 6 and they are not outdoorsy kids. They loved it!! There is a long drop at the campsite if you’re desperate. The native plants were lush and beautiful and many very impressive kahikatea and rimu trees. It took us about an hour and a half to do as we let the kids set the pace. Definitely do it while your in Ohakune.
    Written 6 January 2023
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  • Tennille S
    Auckland, New Zealand56 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Beautiful NZ sub-alpine forest and a pristine lake, that is important to local Maori and very tranquil. This is an easy walk (make sure you go to the second lake) and well worth the trip. Once you get to the lake there are no signs so if you follow the track left or right it is a track circling the whole lake (if you are up for more), however, it is fairly overgrown!
    Written 23 January 2024
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  • LXdaddy
    Hampshire, UK137 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    This walk takes about 15 minutes, is on reasonably well made paths and is virtually level. With such an easy walk you don't get far into the forest but there is loads of trees and ferns to marvel at.
    Written 16 February 2023
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  • Rodmyra
    New Zealand4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    What a great historic experience! Very knowledgeable people and fun toy trains for the children to use. Highly recommend a visit
    Written 4 October 2023
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  • Ellen M
    Dannevirke, New Zealand3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The staff were friendly and the walls were great for all abilities. My 6 year old could do quite a few of the walls. And there was challenging ones for my 13 year old to.
    Written 2 January 2024
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  • C mox
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    My girlfriend and I, both first timers, had a fantastic experience. The horses were calm and responsive; the guide was encouraging, friendly, and knowledgeable. We will definitely be coming back again😊😊. Definitely recommend!
    Written 6 May 2023
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  • PKBruce
    Gisborne, New Zealand2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    There is only one way to do the Whanganui Journey and that is with Phil, Kirsty and their crew. Amazing guides and gear, very knowledgeable about river and it’s history. Safe, helpful and the food was epic!! Catered for various dietary requirements without hassle. Think this should be a must for all but don’t do it with anyone else.
    Written 13 March 2024
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  • Arituk
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Best customer service from Jase and the 2 guys! They recommended we hit the hill yesterday and scored the ultimate bluebird. So much stoke on the recommendation, hire and customer service from the ski she'd. Highly recommended!!!
    Written 8 July 2023
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