Enjoy a guided tour around the unique Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary and the Gallagher Insurance Kiwi Burrow, with Save the Kiwi, Greening Taupō, Takahē Recovery, and the Department of Conservation.
The tour will include a trip around the Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary showcasing its unique flora & fauna, learning the differences between a ‘regular’ golf course and the uniqueness of the Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary. You will also learn about the Sanctuary’s predator proof fence and trapping programme, get the chance to admire and learn more about the resident takahē, and participate in a once-in-a-lifetime tour of the Gallagher Insurance Kiwi Burrow.
Dress code standards are compulsory and a full driver's license must also be sighted to those who wish to drive a golf cart. The Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary reserve the right to turn anyone away who does not abide by these rules. Only those who have not had a chance to experience these trips before may attend.
Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary Dress Code: Players and spectators must be dressed in appropriate golf attire, neat and tidy at all times. Men: collared shirts with sleeves, dress pants or shorts are required. Ladies: collared shirts with or without sleeves, collared dresses, skirts, skorts and shorts are appropriate. Not permitted: tee shirts, singlets, denim shorts, denim pants, track pants, work boots, jandals. Golf shoes: metal spikes are not permitted on course.
Duration: 2 hours
Minimum Age: 5 years
Max Participants: 12
Meeting Place: Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary Foyer Thermal Explorer Highway, Wairakei Drive, Wairakei, Taupō 3377
Cost: $6.00 (booking fee)
Grade: 1
Transport: Own vehicle + golf cart
Participants are asked to bring
Waterproof and warm clothing
Water
Sturdy tramping/walking shoes
Sunglasses/sunscreen/sunhat
Personal medication
Cameras
Dress Code
The Wairakei Golf + Sanctuary reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone who does not adhere to the Dress Code and who can't provide a valid full driver's license on the day. Players and spectators must be dressed in appropriate golf attire, neat and tidy at all times. Men: collared shirts with sleeves, dress pants or shorts are required. Ladies: collared shirts with or without sleeves, collared dresses, skirts, skorts and shorts are appropriate. Not permitted: tee shirts, singlets, denim shorts, denim pants, track pants, work boots, jandals. Golf shoes: metal spikes are not permitted on course.
Booking fees and canceLLATION
Please note that this trip is non-refundable in the event of cancellation.
Mahi Aroha programme
Project Tongariro is proud to deliver the Mahi Aroha Summer programme trips at cost to you. However, this price does not account for the extensive hours of planning, preparation, and dedication contributed by our amazing staff and volunteers.
Please consider adding a small donation as part of your booking to support the ongoing delivery of this programme.
