Mohaka River
Situated a stones throw from the Mohaka River
Sleeps up to 8
Modern style hut with seperate ablution block
Fly-in or hike
Access by helicopter or four-hour hike
Waiokaka Lodge
Sleeps up to 8
Flushing Toilet
Solar Power
Cooking Facilities
Experience the ancestral history
Protected by traditional Māori totems known as
Pou, the lodge itself allows you to connect to the history of the land. The lodge is located at the same site as the original
whare (house) - where the local tribes would collect food. The name Waiokaka mean water (Wai) and birds (Kaka).
Experienced guides are available if you'd like to learn more about the Māori culture, learn traditional skills or participate in authentic activities that showcase Māori culture.
Take a short trip to the
Mangatainoka Hot Springs
If you're after some rest and relaxation, the Mangatainoka Hot Springs offer just that. Take a mini-adventure across the Mohaka river in our raft which attaches to a guide rope that crosses the river.
Once on the other side of the river you are just a short walk away from enjoying the warm therapeutic water of the Mangatainoka Hot Springs.
Go during the day or take a soak under the stars at night. With three newly renovated pools, surrounded by decking and seating, there is plenty of room for everyone.
First come first serve, no bookings required.
Waiokaka Lodge Price List
Prices are valid until 30 June 2022
Book now| No. of people | Helicopter | Access Fee |
|---|---|---|
| per load | per person/night | |
| 1 - 3 | $1,100 | $105* |
| 4 - 5 | $1,500 | $105* |
- Maximum 7 nights per booking, children under 16 are free but a minimum of two land fees per night apply.
- Some Maori Land Trusts do not allow dogs and limit parties to maximum 4 persons so ask when you book.
- All April bookings require a $ 400 non- refundable deposit by the end of November each year. If the booking is cancelled, giving at least 60 days’ notice the deposit can be transferred to another booking.
- With all April bookings, you will pay land fees for the nights you book. Example if you book 7 nights you pay for 7 nights even if you only stay 6 nights.
- All other private bookings require a $200 non – refundable deposit paid within 14 days of booking to secure dates. If the booking is cancelled giving 60 days’ notice the deposit can be transferred to another booking.
- Parties have the right to renew their bookings for the same block and dates for the following year. But this must be done immediately after their trip. It’s your responsibility to ensure you are rebooked not ours. Failure to do so will mean that the block will go to the next party that book, or that may be on a waiting list.
- We will only book private blocks up to 12 months in advance.
- Block boundary maps will be provided for all private blocks. It is your responsibility to ensure you know the boundaries and remain in your block at all times. Block boundary maps act as trespass notices and if you are found outside your block you may be prosecuted under the “Wild Animal Control Act 1977”.
- Strictly no night shooting or spot lighting. The use of night vision, infrared or thermal imaging gear is strictly prohibited.
- Please remember land fees are for access to the land, huts are a bonus, hut service fee is for LPG etc.
- Price for extra drop off or pick up add extra $ 100 for H5000 and $150 for AS350.
- Prices are per load and include G.S.T and return flight.
- *Waiokaka Lodge requires a minimum booking value of $500.
1 - 3 passenger flights are in a Hughes 500 with a max load of 400kg.
4 - 5 passenger flights are in an AS350 with a max load of 580kg.
Helicopter Load & Capacity and Terms & Conditions
Looking for adventure? Ahimanawa has plenty on offer.
Make the most of deer hunting in the surrounding forest, enjoy the peace, tranquillity and trout that the Mohaka River brings, or take a hike and explore the untouched nature.
