219 On Johns Holiday park has been sold and is no longer trading in its previous format. If your enquiry is regarding permanent accommodation contact Lisa at Inspire Residential 027 203 2421.

Tucked in behind the motel complex are eleven campervan sites on a hard gravel surface, there are no tent sites here. A high fence surrounds the area, giving privacy from the road, and there are some plantings. The kitchen/dining has a full stove and all other facilities, and a BBQ is also available. The lounge area has soft seating, and sparkling clean ablutions also include a hairdryer in the ladies, with large showers and a separate disability suite. There is a 24hr laundry with washing machine, dryer, tub, and a large drying room. A play area is available, the beach is just across the road, and it is a three minute walk to the glow worms. Free wifi is available for guests, as well as a dump station and an inground swimming pool. Seasonal rates apply.

Very close to the township of Kaikoura, this small camp tucked in behind the motel complex has pleasant level sites bordered by trees. A small basic but clean kitchen has tables and chairs, and outside is a covered social dining area. The basic, roomy showers are free, there is a dump station and free Wifi. The friendly manager is Ivy.

Please refer to the Flaxbourne Motels as A1 Ward Motel have rebranded.

Quality motel and camping facilities situated on State Highway 1 30 minutes south of Blenheim. Serviced, spacious, modern studio and family units. Walking distance to local café/store and fuel stop.

Campsites and caravan power and non-power sites. Tent sites. Modern kitchen facilities with laundry and television in every room room. Motel units sleep 1 x queen studio, and 1 x twin studio, 4 x 1-bedroom (sleep 4-5).

This holiday Park is no longer open.

Aaron Lodge Holiday Park offers quality camping close to Dunedin City. With 40 power and tent sites in a small and secluded area, most of the grounds are level with some platformed tent sites. A covered walkway takes you to the excellent amenities block, there are two modern kitchens, and each have TV and dining facilities. Two fully automated laundries and a spa pool are available, as well as an indoor swimming pool. Sing-a-long to the piped music in the showers, or a great family/disability bathroom is available.
Try your hand at the 9-hole mini golf course, pit your skills against your friends at petanque, or make use of the unique outdoor games tables. If you look for meticulous standards in a pleasant environment, you will enjoy it here. Your hosts are Margaret and Lindsay McLeod. Tent sites $46 for two, power sites $50 for two people.

Abel Tasman Marahau Beach Camp is just a stone's throw from the delightful beach you will find level sites with some shady spots. On the other side of the road is a well-stocked shop and the camp office. Water taxis leave from here, and kayak hire is available. Start your tramping experience from here or laze on the safe swimming beach. There is a public phone and a post box. In the camping area is a sandy playground for the children and a central amenity block. The large kitchen has a full stove, microwave cooking and in the dining end, a TV and internet station. There are roomy shower cubicles, and a versatile laundry with automatic washers, dryer, ironing equipment, fridges and freezers. A dump station. Eftpos and credit card are some of the facilities. Adjacent to the camp is a licensed restaurant. Your hosts are the Alborn family.

This attractive camp is tucked away from the main street behind the lodge complex, and is well sheltered by large, well-trimmed hedges. There are hard and grass stands with a well situated covered BBQ area in the centre, as well as other individual picnic tables. The amenity building has been converted from a small part of a huge historical grain store and is modern and tidy, with sensor lights operating throughout. All amenities are available in the well-presented kitchen, with cutlery and crockery supplied. The excellent unisex ablutions have roomy showers with a disability/family suite available, while the laundry is well equipped. The comfy lounge and dining area is a pleasant area and includes a book exchange, there is also wifi, a spa, sauna, log fire and pool table available. Close to Mt Hutt ski field and right in the heart of the friendly town of Methven, your friendly hosts are Luenne and Alex.

Accommodation Te Puna has a large range of accommodation from a Motel complex to the Holiday Park complex with Chalets, Cabins, Powered Sites and Backpackers Lodge.

Situated about 8 minutes drive to Tauranga city centre, 15 minutes to Mount Maunganui.

As rates can change, refer to the online booking link which has the current rates.

Peak rates or family discounts may apply to groups.

The campground is located in a bush area east of the peak, on the track.

This is a remote campground with no water supply or toilets. We recommend going to Thousand Acres Campground which has a toilet, shelter and water supply, if you are not familiar with this site.

Access is on foot only from the Waharau Ridge Loop Track take the Kohukohunui Track. This is a steep track, recommended for experienced trampers only.

See more about Hunua Ranges Regional Park access information.

Westshore Holiday Park is easy-to-find camp on the northern edge of Napier. Set in immaculate and mature gardens, the recent addition of a large, grassed recreational area at the rear of the camp behind the tent terraces is a real asset. There is a flying fox, Trampoline etc. . The camp comprises 70 sites (46 with power) and some all-weather van sites. Children have an enclosed, central play area and there is a pleasant covered dining area set aside for BBQs and socialising. There is a corridor-type kitchen with dining and TV at one end, plus a good selection of kitchen equipment. Two ablution blocks with metered showers have had a spruce-up (plus there is a children_s bath). An automatic laundry is available, as is bike hire and wireless internet. The tavern across the road or adjacent take-away are handy alternatives when it_s your night to cook! Your hosts are Dennis and Brenda.

At the end of Beaumont Road you will find this affordable family camping spot in a picturesque, absolute lakefront setting. Enjoy the boat ramp, jetty and a safe sandy beach all on hand. An adventure playground is provided for the children. Facilities are adequate; the kitchen overlooks the lake and has picnic tables outside and the amenities block is roomy and caters for wheelchairs. A few shady trees dot the grounds and some of the 20 or so spacious powered sites reserved for casual campers have unobstructed beach frontage and peaceful lake views. A conference/recreation room can be utilised and the all-weather BBQ pavilion is a bonus for those long summer nights. A laundry and dump point are provided and boat parking can be arranged.   Off-peak pricing applies.   

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Has fully equipped kitchen (small but has everything you need plus some), free washer and laundry detergent, clothes line for drying. GREAT pub with good prices across the street. Friendly local people.

Between Reefton and Greymouth, this camp occupies a handy area with
plenty of tent sites available. The grounds have lovely established trees with
a tidy lawn for the tents, and four power sites on gravel. The small kitchen
has an electric rangette, a microwave oven and a fridge. There is only one of each (shower, toilet and basin), basic but clean and nicely painted, although the ladies shower is due a makeover. Dogs are at the caretaker’s discretion, and the washing machine is free.

Contact is via Brian at On the Spot

Where better to base yourself in the Far North than Ahipara Holiday Park that is 5 minutes walk from the iconic Ninety Mile Beach? The settlement of Ahipara is just 15 minutes drive south west of Kaitaia which finds you at this very popular holiday park. Accommodation ranges from tent and powered sites, all in a tranquil garden setting where you can listen to the birds and the distant roar of the waves. Enjoy excellent facilities outdoors with an awesome free BBQ area with outdoor dining, sand volleyball court, fish filleting table with free use of fish smoker. Free wireless internet is available and accessible from anywhere in the park. Indoors is a large dining/lounge reception area with SKY TV, internet kiosks, table tennis and a large open fire to keep you warm on cool nights during the winter. Your host is Sandy. The park is a pick up point for a bus tour to Cape Reinga.

This motel appears to have closed.

Situated in the hills above Akaroa village, this park has an enviable location. Carefully maintained, some of the terraced sites have bay views. Easy access with trim flowerbeds at each level of the 150 sites. Most have power, storm
water drains and taps. An area is available for boat parking and there are two dump points in the camp. There is a big in-ground swimming pool on the upper level and a good children’s playground. Enjoy views over the bay from the attractive kitchen or use the gas BBQ. TV rooms are provided and internet access. The amenities include excellent showers and automatic laundry equipment. It is an easy walk to the township for shopping, but a climb on the way back. In summer, ice creams and drinks are available at the office. Your friendly hosts are Kylee and Tracy. All sites are from $40 to $47 for two adults.

The campground at Akitio is right next to the beach and rumbles with the sound of the sea. The amenities were clean and neat.

There is a small general store for the local residents and campers.

The campsite is mostly used by long-term residents, but there are powered sites available for casual visitors.

Fishing is clearly good, as there is a well-used fish cleaning area.

This self-registration campsite is located near the Clutha River, a few kilometres from Wanaka. It is popular with summer holidaymakers and strategically placed for day trips to Mount Aspiring National Park (via Matukituki Valley or Makarora) and the Queenstown/Arrowtown region. Toilets, taps, rubbish bins and picnic tables are provided.  This camp does not have an onsite reception. No bookings are taken for this site, its first come first serve, you just pick your spot and pay on arrival via the eftpos machines at each entrance. There is plenty of space, but a spot is not guaranteed. There are no powered sites. No kitchen or showers. No wifi is available.

Drive over the Waitohi Stream and up the drive to the open grassed area with a railway viaduct above. Children can paddle in the stream, bounce on the trampoline or use the play area provided. The two kitchen and dining areas have full stoves, microwaves and fridges, and two laundries have automatic machines and irons. There are plentiful ablutions with disability facilities and the carpeted TV lounge has a library, pool table and computer area. This camp is close to shops, has a dump station, car wash and fish cleaning facilities available and is pet friendly. Your hosts are Anthony and Denise. Please check the online booking site for current rates.

This camp is on the shores of the Manuherikia River and landscaped into attractive areas over 37 acres. Trees and flower beds flourish, with willow trees dominant, and a camp store operates in the summer holidays. There is a card phone available and holiday programmes run over the Christmas period. Facilities range from clean, tidy ablution blocks, with a disability bathroom, to a very well equipped laundry. Three kitchens have a full range of appliances and one has _eat-in_ facilities. A camp coolroom is available during summer, with fridges and freezers available at all times. The TV and dining area has an internet kiosk and central heating for the winter. The service blocks are well placed around the camp. Your hosts are Eric and Janice Graham. Enquire for prices.

Drive through a small industrial area to this camp where the grounds are
pleasant with fringes of trees in a peaceful setting. The camp has 76 power
sites and ample room for tents. Most sites have some large trees for shade,
easy to access, these sites are only one deep. A swimming pool is available in
summer and a children’s play area. Amenities include a kitchen with full ovens,
microwaves, fridge/freezer and TV, adjacent there are outside BBQs and dining
tables overlooking the play area. The ablution block has dual entry, while the
laundry is well equipped with automatic washing machines, dryer and an iron.
Tent sites from $15 per adult per night and $8 for children. Power sites from
$20 per adult, $10 for children or from $35 for two.

A pretty picnic spot under the trees with toilets and water available. Overnight
camping is allowed, with a donation to the Domain Board appreciated.

The recent makeover means fresh paint and new facilities welcome campers, along with the 18 dinosaurs of course. Educational as well as a fun feature, the dinosaurs each have a sign that gives details of their eating habits amongst other information. Just a hop, skip and a jump to the Hannah Bay lake front reserve of Lake Rotorua, the local shops, and the airport, family entertainment is what this place is all about. Facilities include an excellent toilet and shower area, as well as a sparkling kitchen area. Mature trees are scattered throughout this spacious camp, 75 powered sites have hedged borders and a large, open grass area with 25 tent sites. If the children get bored with the amazing playground, and onsite bouncy castle, there is always the recreation room which includes Sky TV and a dining room with wireless hotspot and internet kiosks. There are also kayaks and bikes for hire, tree huts and an under 10 year old children\'s room. Of course the first port of call will probably be the large indoor heated swimming pool with a retractable roof, or the toddler pool and a spa for the grownups. A laundry and dump point are provided.

Book Powered Sites

Book Concrete Sites (for camper vans etc)

Powered Fenced Sites (great for dogs and small children)

All Seasons has a range of powered grass sites, including drive on and off sites and hard stands. We can accommodate campervans/caravans at our grass sites.

Accommodation

Cabins $45 per night

• Communal kitchen
• Pizza oven

Family crib $120 per night

• Sleeps up to 6
• Minimum 2 nights

Located at the Gateway to Rakiura National Park, New Zealand`s most Southern Private Bush and Wildlife Reserve on Stewart Island.

At the end of the road, 2km from Hanmer Village, is this extensive park with spacious sites and lovely mountain views. Well-serviced with sealed roads and over 60 campsites, there are also large trees for shade. The clean kitchen has all appliances with a dining area next door, as well as BBQ tables outside under shade sails. The ablutions are excellent and have a disability unit, there is also a drying room opening off the laundry. The separate games room has
table tennis, pool and air hockey as well as arcade games, and you won't find a better children's playground - it comes complete with an initiative course! For those who want to relax, there is a comfy TV lounge with an internet station,
a petanque pit, or cool off in the swimming pool. There are bikes available for hire, both children and adult sizes available. Wireless internet and a dump station are here for campers. 

Camp site details.

With bike tracks through the forest at your door, this well sheltered camp ground with plenty of room for both tent sites and good flat areas for campervans. The ablution block is well presented with excellent step up showers, and the kitchen/dining includes a full stove and an internet station. Kitchen utensils are handed out when you book in, complete with tea towels and dishwashing liquid. Seating is provided under the trellised verandas, and there are free gas BBQs scattered around the lawns as well as a laundry. The whole complex is sparkling clean, light and airy, and all the blocks are linked by covered walkways. The drinking water is fresh from a spring, fill up your van or empty it at the dump station provided, a recycling station is also here.. This is campground has a lovely atmosphere, from the playground, badminton and volleyball nets provided, to the photos on the wall in the office that shows how the campers have fared over the years. There are bushwalks and mountain bike tracks in the area, or if that is too adventurous you can browse through the swap library, or the hot pools are only a couple of minutes away by car. Lee and Greg are your welcoming hosts. Tent and unpowered sites are $15 per person and 16 powered sites are available at $32 for two.

This camp is well presented and designed with care and thought. Camping is
on level ground, divided by limestone drives. The trees and fencing help with
privacy. Picnic tables are scattered around the sites. An excellent, clean all-in one service block with tile floors, a fully equipped kitchen , toilets, shower, and a laundry with auto machines and an internet station. A large covered deck
around two sides has table & chairs and Sky TV. A separate covered area has
a BBQ and adjacent is a landscaped pool and spa area. Your friendly hosts are
Lee and Struan. Tent sites from $40 for two, power sites, from $44 for two.
Peak rates may apply.

About 2km south of Hornby, and close to Templeton shops, is this camp on the
edge of SH1, with a number of long-termers and home-base buses, although
there is still the odd spot for the holidaymaker. Amenities include a TV room,
three kitchens, an ablution block (with disabled facilities) and a laundry. A gas
BBQ is available, and there are powered sites near the office for late arrivals.
A nearby garage has takeaway food or you can eat at the hotel, and there is a
dump station. Your hosts are Bob and Carol Christie. Powered sites are $45
for two people, with tent sites from $25 for two.

Two large sheltered areas with a scattering of trees, you can see and hear the
beach, but unfortunately stop banks means you can't see it. The northern end
of the camp boasts a new toilet block, with a unisex shower that doubles as
a disability unit. There is also a solar shower room available, complete with
rope and pulley.  On the southern side of the camp, is a basic but clean block
of toilets and a dump point, water is also available but as it is gravity fed it takes
a while to fill a tank.  There are wood BBQs, a tennis court, children's play
area and rubbish collection.

There are 16 powered sites.

With a small pond and large trees set on well-manicured lawns, there is plenty of shelter for the campers. Modern ablutions are all spotless with an excellent disability/family suite. The kitchen/dining area has electric hobs, fridge/freezer and microwaves, and one of the sinks has been lowered to help people in wheelchairs. All utensils are supplied. The laundry has large washing machines and dryers with a charge for their use, and the sociable covered BBQ area is well used by guests. Tent sites at the top of the park are made private with individual hedges between each site. Pets are welcome and wifi is available, your hosts are Mike and Steph. There are 40 power sites and numerous tent sites. Power sites are $35 for two, and tent sites $20 per person.

Ambury has basic, flat camping with toilets and drinking water nearby. There are ten hardstands available on a first-come first-served basis.

In dry weather campervans or motorhomes can park anywhere in the campground.

Only 10 minutes drive from Auckland International Airport.

The first camp at Anatori is a high camp by the beach which is popular but there isn’t much space. Right on the edge of the Anatori River Mouth it’s quite exposed and not really suitable for large vehicles.   If you travel a little further you will come to the river, where there is plenty of room. It’s  flat with easy access and has a safe, shallow river with a good swimming hole. This site is more sheltered, however apparently it’s prone to flooding during heavy rain.

To get to the end of the road, from the Anatori river, cross the ford and travel about 12km to the Turimawiwi River.

Turn east off SHwy 35, beside the Raponga River bridge, onto the road to Anaura Bay. The road is fairly steep but is sealed all the way and your reward is a magnificent sheltered beach at your camp doorstep - with views to nearby Motuoroi Island. We have 70 unpowered and 30 powered sites, 18 of which are prime beachfront positioning (Captain Cook landed here in 1769). The large, well-equipped kitchen is to be found in the historic school building that has a nice sheltered verandah running along the front with great sea views. The camp store is open 7 days during the peak season. Two blocks of ablutions (Wahine and Tane) have showers and toilets. There is also an outdoor swim shower and basins. Children have a play area. There is an automatic laundry. Pets are welcome only in off-peak times. Fishing (beach and boat), diving and crayfishing in the vicinity are excellent.  Wifi is available. Seasonal rates apply.

This neat clean well maintained holiday resort, just 17 minutes drive north of
Coromandel Town, offers an inviting welcome to the tired traveller. Set up
camp on one of a series of elevated grassy terraces with bush backdrops and
relax whilst enjoying the uninterrupted sea views. A delightful, rocky stream
borders the camp and the beach is just across the road. The amenities are
compact but immaculately clean and well presented.. The kitchen has 2 stoves
and fridge/freezer, or cook up an outdoor feast in the large hexagonal enclosed
BBQ pavilion, complete with 2 central BBQs and lots of tables and seating.
Whilst you’re enjoying dinner, you can watch the kids splashing about in the
adjacent swimming pool and spa area. Free showers are provided, there is an
automatic laundry available. As the name suggests, fisherfolk are well catered
for with ‘on-site’ fishing charters, a water taxi service, dinghy hire and bait tackle
for sale. The office shop sells the basics and there is a poolroom/TV lounge.
Your hosts are Ann-Charlott, Thomas, Johan, Emilie and Malin. Of the 22 sites
available 14 have power.

Well signposted and just off the highway 1 km north of Norsewood, is a lovely
little glade snuggled into a backdrop of bush. There is a rustic dining shelter,
rubbish collection, two basic flush toilets and an outside tap provided. The
water is not suitable for drinking. Do not light fires here. This is a council
facility for short-term camping. $2 per night.

Aotea Lodge has eight powered sites for campervans with the use of toilets
and showers attached to the laundry (there is a small fee for the use of the
laundry). There is a wireless hotspot and internet kiosk in the reception
area. The main complex swimming and spa pool with a conservatory are
at your disposal and there is an on-site restaurant and café. Close to the
Porirua shopping area and a short motorway journey to Wellington and the
Interislander ferry. Your hosts are Peter and Pat. Tariff is $35 for two people
on a powered site and $30 for 2 people on a non powered site. Extra adults
are $15, children $10.

At the gateway to the Ruahines sits a charming rural village called Apiti. Here you'll come to find the Apiti Tavern, a stunning building on a location which originates back to 1896. Inside, the tavern is alive with history, showcasing photographs on the walls of Apiti through the years. Locals with a thriving community heart give this place a welcoming atmosphere, unique to the rural country life.

The camp is directly behind the Aramoho Hotel pub and TAB and beside the
river and the railway line. The cluster of permanent living caravans and house
buses, and the back yard bits and pieces around the place give the camp a
lived-in, rather than a holiday feel. The ablutions and kitchen are basic. Tent
sites from $10 per night; powered sites $25 per night. Bruce is the on-site
manager.

See Caroline’s Outback Camping Ground as it has been renamed.

This camp is closed (source Google.com) Dated 2/05/2025

Arapohue Bush Camp Trust runs the Reading for Rascals programme at Windy Ridge Boys Farm, Warkworth.

It is an alternative programme run by Graham and Joan Crawshaw for boys struggling to achieve literacy in the traditional school environment.

The couple opened their first camp in 1962 on the family farm near Dargaville and have been working with underprivileged children ever since.

Aroha Island is a 12ha sanctuary in the Kerikeri Inlet and is a short 12km
drive north east of Kerikeri, in the stunning Bay of Islands. A causeway
links the island to the mainland, providing permanent and convenient vehicle
access. It is a natural haven with a wide diversity of New Zealand plants
and birds including the rare North Island Brown Kiwi.
Stroll the private beach, kayak the inlet, take a bush walk, look for birds
and check out the information in the Eco Centre. We offer a range of
accommodation including our campground, bush cottages and our inlet view
Kiwi Lodge…. so come and stay for a night or two and have the chance to see kiwi in their natural habitat.
Aroha Island offers camping on one of our two beautiful campgrounds.
Unpowered sites down by our sheltered Kerikeri inlet beach or a choice of
powered or unpowered sites in our upper bush campground.  It’s the perfect place to just relax or to use as a holiday base to explore the Bay of
Islands. If you are travelling with a larger group and are looking for a
range of accommodation, we also have our lodge and cottage accommodation.

Please note because of the  presence of Kiwi & the sensitive nature of the
island, a “No Pets, No  Smoking” policy is in place, thank you.
Wendy & Simon Martin
Managers

Having been completely redeveloped in the last few years, this camp has pristine and modern amenities throughout. There are numerous tent and power sites, some with hard stands, and with many large shade trees. The modern ablutions have a disability/family suite and are spotless, while the large modern kitchen/dining has all amenities and opens to a covered outside BBQ area with coin operated BBQs. There is a well-equipped children_s playground on the edge of a large field where you can practice your rugby kicks, or play a game or cricket. Arrowtown is an historical gold mining town with many activities in the area, and the towering mountains around you are awe inspiring. Your hosts are Lindsay and Vicki Robertson. All sites are from $20 for one adult, $38 for two, extra adults at $15 each, and children $10.

This camp is currently a camp in two halves, with the older section slowly being phased out and a new section coming online. The older section of the camp is beside the many attractions of Tinwald Park and has plenty of level sites,
with large mature trees for shelter. The kitchen with dining area included, is functional and clean, there are also BBQ tables outside. Ablutions are all older but still clean, and include disability facilities. There are automatic machines in the laundry and a dump point, a separate building houses a functional TV lounge and internet. Free electric BBQs and picnic tables dot the grounds, and eftpos and email are available at the office. The newer section of the camp has been purpose built and includes both gravel and grass spacious sites, with sumps and water taps at each. There are ablution blocks only here at the moment, both brand new, clean and modern. The adjacent domain includes a swimming pool,
tennis courts, a miniature railway and a railway museum. Along the road is a vintage car museum and a golf course backs onto the park. Your hosts are Paul and Carolyn.

See the online booking page for current rates.

Ashhurst Domain is..

Paradise found is the slogan for this camp, and how right they are. What a beautifully situated camp this one is, within the foothills of the Mt Thomas Forest Conservation Area, this four star Qualmark park is amongst 12 acres of native bush and has the Ashley Gorge River within its bounds. The campground is part of the Ashley Gorge recreation area and is close to many popular walking tracks and good fishing in the river. Amongst the tent and power sites are many shady trees, lots of room and very peaceful. There is a dedicated pet camping area, none are allowed in the rest of the campground though. A clean, tidy kitchen and dining area has hobs, microwaves and fridge/freezer. Ablutions have excellent showers with funky coloured doors and vanities, and there is an automatic laundry. The standard of cleanliness in this camp is very high. The kids will enjoy the playgrounds and are welcome to bring their bikes, there are also blow up tubes for hire to go down the river on. A great place for larger groups with exclusive use of some facilities available, and one of the added attractions is the late checkout in the off season. Eftpos is available as is wifi, and a good camp shop.

Ashley Park is just south of Waitotara, between Patea and Whanganui, is this working farm complex offering a range of experiences for campers. Aside from the picturesque lake, gardens and walks, there is a swimming pool, tennis courts, mini-putt golf, bird aviaries and lots of friendly farm animals who like a scratch! An antique shop and cafe tea-shop invites you to linger. The 24 powered sites are densely hedged with camellias and rhododendrons. Unlimited tent sites are available around the park. The facilities are extensive and include a disabled access suite. A large dining room with log fire adjoins the well-equipped kitchen and you'll find a wood-fired BBQ too. A dump point is provided.

Situated at the northern end of Tauranga Harbour, Athenree Hot Springs Park has picturesque grounds, with mature trees in a superb waterfront location. Choose from a number of powered or tent sites some with water views. Thermal water from a deep bore feeds a sparkling swimming pool and soak pool, both set at comfortable temperatures and available free to campers. There are two smart amenity buildings and a modern kitchen with microwave, conventional cooking appliances and refrigeration. A pleasant communal BBQ area with water views is annexed off the kitchen. You can get your supplies at the camp store/office and enjoy the holiday entertainment on offer. There are kayaks and bikes for hire, a trampoline and recreation room and both internet kiosk and wifi. An automatic laundry and dump point are provided. Your hosts are Sheryl and Mike. All sites are from $21 to $27 per adult, $12 to $16 for children. Seasonal rates apply.

Athenree Lavender and Holiday Park is a family camp conveniently located beside SHwy 2 in the Athenree Gorge, 10 minutes drive to either Waihi in the north, or Katikati in the south. The office/Lavender Gift & Doll shop is situated beneath the popular Flip ‘n Bear café. Cross the bridge and set up camp on several grassy plateaux or on a larger open area divided by attractive lavender hedges. One side of the park is bounded by natural bush and the other by the Wairau Stream. There are 56 powered sites with plenty of taps, unlimited tent space and a number of ‘permanents’ in residence. A central amenities block has a somewhat empty modern kitchen, plus inside and outside dining. The smart ablutions have free showers, a disabled access suite and an automatic laundry. Feed the tame trout and eels, stroll through the bush or have a dip in the swimming hole. Your hosts are Dawn, Lindsay and Todd Vallender. All sites are from $15 per adult.

Autumn Farm is a boutique gay friendly campground just 3kms from Takaka township, and walking distance to the world famous Paynes Ford natural rock climbing area. Nestled within an exquisite three acres of private garden are 14 campsites amongst beautiful trees and manicured gardens. Popular with naturists, facilities include a laundry, kitchen, composting toilets, communal bathroom, and a plunge pool in summer. Note that this is a queer space with an international reputation, be yourself and respect others. Reservations are essential, all sites are $25 per person and your hosts are Peter and Pete.