Public pools & Water park in Hamilton

“Awesome pools with 2 x hydroslides , 2 x speed slides, diving boards, indoor and outdoor pools. Great place for whole family outings where you can take food in”

“What a great walk. Was a bit more difficult than I thought it would be, but my 6 and 10 year old made it to the top with a couple stops along the way. Beautiful views and great to get outdoors. Loved all the little quotes along the way to keep you motivated too.”

“My son has absolutely thrived since coming to Ace swim school. The instructors really care about the children’s progress and treat each child as an individual. The small group sizes make a huge difference, and it’s quieter compared to the bigger swimming complexes which has helped my son focus. I highly recommend this place!”

“Super friendly staff, great facilities and really cute group baby classes to get your wee one used to water.”

“My brother Matthew did two terms of swimming lessons at Dolphinz. The teachers are kind and patient. Matthew is now a confident swimmer, capable of swimming in a pool that is way over his head. Heartfelt appreciation to all his teachers.”

“Easy 1500 odd steps or so. It's a great cardio but does have a few lookouts and waterfalls. Good fun but it's all stairs. Legs will get an workout. Summit views are amazing.”

“Nature Short drive out of Raglan and totally worth the detour... Parking is tiny (like 5–6 cars max) so either come early or rock up late like a ninja... The walk from the carpark is super easy around 10 minutes and you’ll follow a peaceful little river that leads straight to this massive waterfall drop... The falls really live up to the name… long,straight,smooth stream dropping like a bridal veil in slow motion... You get multiple viewpoints too top,middle,bottom so choose your angle and snap your shot like a pro... There is a toilet there… not the greatest but if nature calls,it’ll save your life... Overall: quick walk,big payoff absolute must stop for the Raglan trip... Smoothest Drop in Raglan.. Logan was here... Came without expectation and left Happier than i tought i would..”

“Great place to visit during the summer. Camping area available as well. For those who like to spend their days outdoors this place is suited for you. Neat nature walks and tracks and tunnels to explore. Also nice cold fresh water to swim in”

“We really enjoyed our time here. The fully fenced and secured play area is perfect for younger children, and the other areas have so much to explore. Our little one really enjoyed the water plays, and we ended spending more time than planned.”

“Have just checked out after staying for 3 nights in the family suite & cannot recommend this place enough. They have thought of everything, from flannels specifically for makeup to chilled water in the fridge. The beds were extremely comfortable, the space was clean, tidy & enjoyable. The spa was an absolute highlight & the staff are great!”

“We finally got around to visiting Hobbiton this week and it was well worth the wait and we were very lucky that we had a perfect weather day for it. We were blown away by the whole experience. from arrival in the carpark which is so well laid out, to our departure with Ice Creams in hand, we had a fabulous time. We arrived early, unusual for us, and I'm so glad we did. Check in was easy, no queue. We could relax and enjoy a fabulous meal in the cafe, very generous portions of ingredients in our burger and toastie, while taking in the views of the farmland beyond and soaking up the general happy vibe. We were first in line for our tour, but ended up going on the tour before ours as they had a few spare seats. The tour was fantastic, we enjoyed the video introduction and info about the farm and partnership, while enjoying seeing the rolling green pasture and farm animals outside. Our tour guide was fun and informative, and we progressed at a comfortable pace past the hobbit holes, with plenty of time for photographs and questions. We enjoyed a ginger beer and cider at the Green Dragon Inn before re-joining our guide for the return bus ride. Hobbiton is a magical place, the attention to detail is incredible and we are now inspired to watch the trilogies again.”

“Amazing experience!! I went there with my family and we all felt we stepped into another world! The place is exactly like the movie scenes from Lord of the Rings and we all felt like we were the movie characters, moving through the place. It really is like walking into a fantasy realm, the houses are all so small and looks like only dwarf or smurf can live inside. But surprisingly, they let us visit inside one of the houses and all the movie props were preserved so well! Everything was so lifelike and some of the props such as the cooking pot was shaking and even had steam blowing out. The fire place was real too, with real wood and real fire. At first i thought it was a fake fire made of paper but when i walked over and felt the heat, o realised it was a real fire!! It's definitely a must visit tourist spot, highly recommend!!”

“What an awesome experience diving with Mark. He made sure we all had a fantastic time, is very patient and has a great sense of humour. We will be back!!”

“Amazing place! The team here is so passionate about protecting NZ’s native wildlife, and the guided walks are first class. A must-visit if you want to see the beauty of our forests and learn how we can help protect them. I will be back in late spring for sure.”

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“Impressed that we could bring the dogs for a walk, it has benches for those who want to relax and watch the ducks. Beautiful mature trees and tranquil setting with we'll maintained walkways and a magical waterfall next to a long flight of stairs which takes your up to a children's playground and an outdoor Adults gym.”

“Spent 5 nights here with my family and had a wonderful time. Wendy and Mike were very accommodating and welcoming. We were able to spend a day just relaxing by the pool which was much needed after a busy holiday and before we came home. A great place to stay!”

“Obviously very beautiful place. Only experienced surfers can surf here. Really cool to watch surfers shredding the waves”

“Allows dogs on leads. Has a dog run and walk way to Te Aroha. The park has facilities for water and emptying. Pay online. There is a custodian that frequents and a gentleman that sells homemade condiments. Love it here”

“Our local park, got everything you need for a park. Simple and fun, plenty parking spots.”

“Amazing park for dogs, families or to exercise. Heaps of benches, paths and swings. The park is always full of dogs and it has a lot of natural beaches along the riverside. One of the best dog parks in New Zealand.”

“This journey was a profoundly enriching experience, a symphony of nature's finest offerings. The breathtaking panorama at the summit. Along the ascent, delightful companions in the form of cheerful fantail birds and other feathered friends flitted about, lending their joyful melodies to the journey.”