There are five flat tent sites nestled high on the ridge surrounded by bush and
birdsong. Laze around in one of the hammocks, take a bush walk, or use the
free wifi. The communal area is spotless and includes a pretty outdoor BBQ
area, while the kitchen is fully equipped with cooking and eating utensils and
filtered spring water. Other facilities include a coin operated washing machine.
and dryer, and information and booking desk available for the Abel Tasman
National Park activities, including kayaking and water taxis. Your hosts are Al
and Cath. Unpowered sites only, from $20 per person per night.

Right in the heart of Waitomo Village, very close to the caves, this park offers amphitheatre-style camping across a series of large sunny terraces. A bar and cafe/restaurant is on-site, with the main village amenities just across the road. The central, modern, facilities block enjoys a pleasant rural valley outlook with kitchen/dining/TV room opening out to a shady BBQ terrace. Immaculate ablutions include a disabled access/family suite. Extras include an internet room and wireless hotspot, SKY TV, reading room, trampoline, a superb swimming pool (with hot tub) and a bright new playground. You can see all this without leaving home, on the park virtual tour website. As well as the world-famous caves, there are bushwalks and other scenic tourist attractions nearby. Your hosts, Julie and Bruce Tobeck, can assist you in booking these. An automatic laundry and dump point are provided. All sites cost from $22 per adult.