Activites
Richlyn Country Homestead is the ideal base for exploring the Central North Island, Bay of Plenty and Hawkes Bay.
At Richlyn:
We suggest you stay a few days, taking time to relax and enjoy your holiday without the hassles of continuous packing and unpacking. In doing so, you will find that there is an abundance of things to see and do without even leaving Richlyn.
Nature and garden lovers will enjoy the native birdsong as they walk through the expansive gardens and property along the winding walkways, absorbing it all at one of the many seating areas.
Golf clubs and balls are available for chipping and pitching practice on the grassy slopes amongst the trees. Or just sit in the sun enjoying the peace and quiet
Perfect your toss at the Pétanque pitch.
Richlyn is only one hour from the mountains for skiing, tramping and sightseeing, and ten minutes to Lake Taupo for fishing, water sports and relaxation.
Taupo Attractions:
It is only a short drive to the mighty Huka Falls, Aratiatia Rapids, Craters of the Moon and other geothermal wonders.
Walks:
Climb Mt Tauhara and enjoy spectacular views of the lake and mountains. The trailhead is only a couple of minutes drive away.
Make day trips to places like Rotorua, Tauranga, Napier and the Waitomo Caves. Go snow skiing, hike the Tongariro Crossing, fish Lake Taupo, there are a myriad things to do, see and experience all so close to Taupo and Richlyn Country Homestead.
Links to recommended activities:
- Hukafalls Jet
- Helistar Helicopters
- Taupo Hot Springs
- Taupo Bungy
- Taupo Tandem Skydive
- Tongariro Crossing - one day walk
- Heleste ll - fishing on Lake Taupo
- Wairakei International Golf Course
Other North Island attractions:
- Napier is only one and a half hours away, where there is wonderful wine tasting, coastal fishing and art deco architecture.
- Visit Waitomo caves famous for glow worms and black water rafting.
- Rotorua is one hour drive away, with geothermal wonders on the drive there and back.