LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

There's great swimming at the surf beaches patrolled by life savers  in summer season.   There's also a warm shallow lagoon for toddlers, and caves and rugged rocky outcrops to explore.

Walk around lake Waimanu, explore waterfalls, slide down giant sand dunes.  Spectacular Te Henga walk (part of Hillary trail from Bethells to Murawai (4 hrs approx) transport can be arranged for pick up - or do both ways.


THE HILLARY TRAIL 

A beautiful multi-day tramp through the Waitakere Ranges Regional Park.

Ara Station is situated on the leg between Bethells and Muriwai. 

Do all 4 days or just one. 

http://www.arc.govt.nz/parks/our-parks/hillary-trail/hillary-trail_home.cfm


Helicopter services – heli fishing, transfers – www.ohl.co.nz

‘Uncovering New Zealand’s natural treasure’- a visitors guide to West Auckland