EPIC Tee off in New Zealand

Bay of Islands Tour
Discover the rich and diverse beauty of the Bay of Islands from the perspective only possible by air.
This tour takes you over the scenery and historical sites in the Bay of Islands region. Discover the crystal clear turquoise waters of this unique aquatic . Fly out to the world famous “Hole in the Rock”, take a bird's eye view of Russell, Paihia & Waitangi townships before tracking the coastline back to Kauri Cliffs.

Cape and Tane Mahuta Tour
An extensive aerial tour of the stunning coastline of the Northland region combined with a trip to Tane Mahuta, Lord of the Forest. This tour takes you along the coastline north of Matauri Bay, including Cape Karikari, before heading to Cape Reinga and Cape Maria van Diemen in the far north. It then tracks the west coast southward until you arrive at Omapere, where you will stop off and visit Tane Mahuta.

Nature Walks
We have some beautiful walks on our 6000 acre property. These range from a 10-minute bush walk, to the magnificent Kauri Tree (believed to be 700-900 years old), to a two-hour walk that includes a visit to the Hikurua waterfall, Waiaua Bay or Little Takou Beach—all magical spots to visit. The kitchen can provide you with a snack pack of light refreshments or a picnic lunch.

Mountain Biking
Men’s, ladies’ and children’s mountain bike are available for guest use on our marked walking trails and farm roads

With three private beaches and miles of untouched, pristine coastline, Kauri Cliffs is the gateway to the ocean.

The remarkable coastal panorama is ever-present, and water-based activities abound throughout the seasons at this aquatic playground. The three beaches stretch the length of the property. At the southernmost point of the property is Little Takou, a stunning white sand beach with rockpools for exploring and one of Northland’s best surf breaks; neighbouring Little Takou is Pink Beach, an exquisite bay made of up soft pink shells and framed by magnificent Pohutakawa; while at the northernmost tip of Kauri Station is Waiaua Bay, perfect for swimming and walking, kayaking and paddle boarding.

Picnic Experiences at Kauri Cliffs
Our three private beaches and the waterfall provide beautiful and picturesque settings for a picnic. Walk or be driven from the Lodge. If you wish, you can drive part of the way to the beach before continuing on foot.

Kauri Cliffs was designed and built by David Harman of Golf Course Consultants, Orlando, Florida. The par 72 championship golf course measures 7,119 yards / 6,510 metres and offers five sets of tees to challenge every skill level. Fifteen holes view the Pacific Ocean, six of which are played alongside cliffs which plunge to the sea. The beautiful inland holes wind through marsh, forest and farmland. Kauri Cliffs is currently ranked #37 in the world by Golf Digest Top 100 Greatest Golf Courses in the World.

Kauri Cliffs recently underwent a renovation from world renowned golf course architect Rees Jones. The 5th hole received a complete redesign and was transformed from a long, uphill, forced carry par-3 to a short "drop shot" par-3. Other notable changes were the addition of tees on the 2nd and 9th holes and a bunker renovation on the 4th hole. The golf complex includes a world-class practice range, putting and chipping greens, a well stocked golf shop, and ladies’ and men’s locker rooms. Premium ladies’ and men’s rental clubs are available.

Fishing is a religion around these parts. Join our local guide at one of the beaches on the property and test your skill at hooking a snapper or kahawai (similar to a blue fish). Bring your catch back to the lodge and our chef will prepare it for your dinner. This is fresh fish at its best! A big part of this fishing experience is taking in the serenity and beauty of these spectacular surroundings, and legend has it, a cold beer helps the fish to bite.

We invite you to relax, rejuvenate and revive your spirit in a tranquil space where nature prevails.

Our Spa is nestled at the edge of a Totara forest, overlooking a verdant fern glen and winding stream. Each treatment room, including our couple’s room, has floor to ceiling views and opens onto a private outdoor patio with forest surroundings and native birdsong. The spa has four treatment rooms, locker rooms with showers, a sauna, Jacuzzi spa pool, indoor heated lap pool and fitness centre, with a range of exercise equipment and free weights.

At Kauri Cliffs Spa, we are committed to providing quality treatments that are personalised to suit you. We offer a variety of services, including different styles of massage, luxurious facials, hydrotherapy, invigorating body treatments and elegant nail polish and designs.

Visit even the most remote parts of this stunning coastal property when you chase the thrill with a Quad Bike Experience. Your scenic journey across this 6,000-acre farm will begin with a ride through the Pine forest and livestock-filled paddocks before stopping at the waterfall for a short break. As you continue on, take in the breath-taking panoramic views of the Cavalli Islands and Pacific Ocean before travelling the untouched coastline towards the private Waiaua Bay.

Explore Kauri Station and its surrounding grounds on magnificent, gentle horses. Ride your way through native forests, our working farm and on to one of our private beaches. You can even stop to enjoy a picnic lunch along the way.

With an extraordinary location and truly special history, the Kauri Cliffs Guided Heritage Discovery tour will give you unparalleled insight into New Zealand’s complex identity.

Journey through time as your experienced guide unravels the rich and diverse tapestry of history and culture that all took place at this vast property. From the resting place of one the indigenous Maori’s original seven migratory waka to the arrival of Captain James Cook at Waiaua Bay, the birth of the first New Zealand European child and the generations of the pioneer families that followed, this property lay witness to it all.

Surfing
Surf some of New Zealand’s most beautiful untouched scenery including Kauri Cliffs. It is as though nature designed the Northland coastline with surfers in mind. Tiny coves, long sandy beaches, river mouths, point breaks, sandbars and reefs . . . all within a short drive. Enjoy a two-hour beginner’s lesson at Kauri Cliffs or an all-day Surf-safari of Northland beaches.

Sea Kayaking
What better way to explore the crystal-clear untouched coastline of Kauri Cliffs than by sea kayak. Discover the coastal flora and fauna that makes this one of the most scenic regions in the world as you paddle and learn about the tribal and European settlement of the region. If you're lucky you might even have the chance to encounter dolphins or spot little blue penguins/ kororā during your voyage. Refuel at the unpopulated Little Waiaua Bay with a gourmet picnic lunch and wines to match, then continue your paddle on the Pacific Ocean or dive under and discover the marine life by snorkelling the sheltered kelp reefs.

Be treated to a special tour of our working farm with the farm manager as your guide. He will take you around our stunning 6000 acres of farmland and share his extensive knowledge on the different farm animals that are farmed here.

Explore The lodge at Kauri Cliffs and its surrounds on magnificent gentle horses, picking your way through native forest and the working farm to the beach, where you can ride on the sand and then enjoy a picnic lunch. Alternatively you can join Kate on her farm in Kerikeri where you can ride in the sand arena, explore the cross-country course or trek over the easy rolling farm with tracks, forested areas and wide open spaces to ride through. You will be matched with a suitable horse or pony depending on your size and ability.

Waiaua is Kauri Cliffs’s widest beach and is covered with fine, white sand. The beach is ideal for swimming, snorkelling, kayaking and fishing. There are tiny offshore islands close enough to explore. The beach is a 1 hour hike from the lodge or reception can arrange short 4WD transfers.

Make use of the lodge's wonderful tennis court or grab the mountain bikes to explore the property!

Enjoy a fantastic day out on an amazing sailing catamaran, offering you a totally unique way to experience New Zealand's world famous Bay of Islands. Your private sailing boat is fast and nimble enough to explore the bay with ease, yet has the comfort, safety and ambience to provide an exceptional day on board, enjoying the breeze and the view from the covered deck. Guided by our professional and knowledgeable crew enjoy beach combing, a light walk and lunch served in a sheltered cove. As you cruise the stunning harbour you will also become aware of the significance of the Maori and maritime history in the area.

Fly over spectacular Northland, Whangaroa and Parengarenga Harbours, and beautiful beaches including the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Track the wild horses running freely on the grasslands backing this endless strip of beach and see the giant sand dunes of pure white silica sand fringed by crystal clear water. This helicopter tour takes you along the coastline north of Matauri Bay, including Cape Karikari, before heading to Cape Reinga, the northern most point in New Zealand. Once at Cape Reinga you will see the point where the Tasman Sea and the mighty Pacific Ocean collide, the splendid isolation of the lighthouse and the location of the Spirit Tree - these are just some of the highlights of this extremely spiritual place. After an extensive aerial tour of the stunning capes of the Northland region you will be transferred back to the lodge.

Lift off from the lodge to enjoy a quad bike adventure at Great Exhibition Bay Beach. With its pristine white sand and clear green/blue waters Great Exhibition Bay Beach is breath-taking and perfect for Quad Biking fun! The tour starts at a private farm whose boundary runs into the sand dunes that edge the beach. Dipping in through the sand dune entry points will lead you through a variety of scenery and be sure to keep your eyes open for the sunbathing Sealions that occasionally bask at Parengarenga Harbour overlooking Te Kao Bay. Enjoy a stop for light refreshments and the opportunity to relax on the beach or get your feet wet with a drink in hand! On conclusion of the quad biking you will be transferred back to your accommodation by helicopter.

Enjoy magnificent subtropical diving in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enter a world of deep canyons, caves and pinnacles. Explore the unique sites of the spectacular Deep Water Cove and dozen of other bays and islands. Experience a multitude of friendly marine life including moray eels, fish, octopus, stingrays, manta rays and the occasional marine mammal. Discover volcanic rock reefs and large kelp forests teeming with fish life. With countless dive sites to choose from, including the wreck of the Greenpeace boat Rainbow Warrior, the Bay of Islands is the premier place to scuba dive in New Zealand.

The township and environs of Kerikeri glory in fruit, crafts and history. All along the side of the road are orchards selling their delicious produce and signs that indicate the presence of a potter, painter, or sculptor. Your guide will personalize your Kerikeri sightseeing excursion to your interests. You may like to visit historical sites including the Kerikeri Mission House, the country’s oldest house and the Stone Store. However the true highlight of this excursion is enjoying a sumptuous meal and a glass of matched wine at Marsden Estate Winery for lunch.

Russell, the now quaint sleepy Victorian township was once a haven for runaway sailors, escaped convicts, lusty whalers and the site of New Zealand’s first European settlement and capital. It is a fabulous place for a leisurely stroll before enjoying lunch at a local cafe.

‘Pick up the pace’ and experience the Bay of Islands with a Privately Guided Jetski Safari, island hopping and blasting through the iconic ‘Hole in the Rock’!

This is a complete holistic approach to your physical health and wellness. Spa professionals will assess your physical performance, injury problems and mobility to develop a custom therapy program designed to make you feel like a champion and achieve your goals, whatever they may be. Enjoy the pure flavours of a nutritional and organic “estate to plate” meal following your assessment and treatment.

Tailored to golfers of all skill levels, PGA professionals will ensure that you get the best out of your game with a familiarisation course management tour. Whilst being driven around the golf course you will be offered advice and tips by the PGA professionals on how best to plot your way around the championship golf course.

Whether it is a twenty-minute stroll, an early morning jog or a two-hour walk, Cape Kidnappers delivers. Jog or walk along Trigg Road with its truly amazing views of Ocean Beach and Bare Island; head back to the Rough Block and down into an old creek bed to discover rejuvenating native bush; or capture inspirational images of the coastline by walking down and through the pines towards a historic Maori Pa site for views right out across the Pacific.

Enjoy this stunning setting while playing our top New Zealand golf course, designed by the legendary golf architect Tom Doak. The par 71 golf course measures 7,119 yards (6,510 meters) and will challenge golfers of all skill levels. Completed in 2004, Cape Kidnappers has been hailed as one of the great modern marvels in golf and is currently ranked the 38th best golf course in the world by Golf Magazine.

With an abundance of secluded and picturesque locations on property, you could spend a lifetime picnicking at Cape Kidnappers. So whether you wish to walk or be delivered, why not experience the station with one of our gourmet picnic hampers and a glass of Hawke’s Bay wine in tow?

Deep within rugged ravines, glance away from the horizon and bring your focus in for a spot of Clay Bird Shooting. Stand near the mighty cliff edge and fire at targets as they are launched over the Pacific Ocean. Firearms are provided for this experience, all you need to bring is your hand / eye coordination!

Horse riding is the best way to soak up the atmosphere of Cape Kidnappers Station

You will take the reins of a gentle, well-trained horse and head out across the vast 6,000 acre station.

See all that Cape Kidnappers has to offer with rolling hills, deep ravines and expansive views both across the Pacific Ocean and out over thousands of acres of working farmland.

Your guide will choose a horse and trail that best matches your size and ability before you head out to explore the countryside or pick your way through rejuvenating native bush. Take a picnic lunch and you will be sure to find a sublime spot where you can dismount and relax before continuing your cross-country trek.

Horseback is a wonderful way to visit the Cape Kidnappers Black Reef gannet colony, and see the life and workings of this rugged coastal sheep and beef station.

Largely inaccessible to regular vehicles, Cape Kidnappers is best explored by Can-Am. Discover this rugged terrain with a personal guide as you travel to the very edges of this vast coastal property. Breathe in the southward views towards Ocean Beach and Bare Island before turning back to unrivalled vistas across the entire farm towards Napier and the surrounding ranges; venture through an old creek bed, across expansive farmland and down to historic Rangaika Beach. Ideal for all age groups and fitness levels, this tour is an absolute highlight.

Hit the tracks and explore our 6,000 acre property by mountain bike. Cape Kidnappers has men’s, women’s and children’s bikes available for use.

An experience like no other and exclusive to guests of Cape Kidnappers, this is your chance to see the rare, endangered kiwi in its own, natural habitat. Venture into the pine forests surrounding the lodge with an experienced guide as they carry out essential monitoring of kiwi chicks.

Assist your guide as they check the kiwi’s radio transmitters, weigh and measure the birds to monitor their wellbeing. Proceeds from this experience go to the Cape Kidnappers’ Sanctuary to ensure the continuation of their work preserving our native species.

Limited to just two groups a day of no more than six guests, this is something many New Zealanders themselves will never have the chance to experience.

Season availability applies for this experience.

Join our shepherd for an introduction to life on a 6,000 acre working sheep and beef farm.

A farm by name and nature, Cape Kidnappers is a spectacularly rugged farmland. The sheer expanse of coastal Cape Kidnappers Station is awe-inspiring, and with rolling hills and river flats that serve as paddocks for sheep and cattle, the farm's Shepherding Experience is not to be missed.

A must-do for our younger guests, prepare to be amazed as you witness the farm dogs muster sheep. Highly-trained, these dogs are key members of the team at Cape Kidnappers Station and children and adults alike are fascinated by this mustering and shearing display.

Sanctuary Experience
Discover the Cape Sanctuary; how it operates, why we need it and its incredible success stories—the kakariki, kaka and tuatara.

New Zealand’s endangered kakariki and kaka are native New Zealand birds that have been reintroduced to the peninsula. Be there when these stunning birds are fed and witness how their wild population now flourishes here.

Meet the ancient tuatara; a “living fossil” that has remained unchanged since the time of the dinosaurs. One of the world’s oldest living species, the tuatara has been reintroduced in to the Cape Sanctuary, which is now one of the only places on the New Zealand mainland where breeding has occurred in the wild for over 200 years.

Our Sanctuary tuatara will come out of their burrow to be fed, allowing guests to see and assist with routine health checks.

Hanging Rock Gorge Walking Tour
One for the true nature lover, this bespoke experience gives you a deeper look at the natural beauty of the Sanctuary.

This bespoke tour begins with a visit to the aviary to see the ancient tuatara and endangered birdlife, before taking a 4WD drive into the heart of the Sanctuary and up a dry river bed for 30 minutes.

From here, continue on foot to the head of the river and a stunning, hidden gorge. During this 2km round trip, your guide will point out native plants, their role in this unique ecosystem, the geology of the area and how Maori people first used the forest.

As native bird call surrounds you, join your guide in bird call, reptile and invertebrate counts, all which play a crucial role in the Sanctuary’s monitoring programme. Enjoy native kawakawa tea refreshments before returning to the lodge.

Bird Tour
Guided by an experienced ornithologist, Cape Kidnappers and Ocean Beach Wildlife Preserve offer a fantastic opportunity to discover the curious and beautiful birdlife of New Zealand. See native pigeons, commonly known as keruru, tui, bellbirds, fantails and grey warblers in a coastal and native forest habitat. If you’re lucky you might also come across oystercatchers and the infamous Australasian gannets.

Cape Kidnappers is home to the largest, most accessible mainland colony of gannets in the world. A part of the Booby family, these birds have incredibly distinct markings and a fascinating migration pattern.

Visit the colony and see gannets nesting in rows, hatchlings learning to fly and adult gannets carrying out their daily routines. The birds are usually in residence from September until early May, when the adult birds depart and their newly hatched chicks take flight to Australia for two years before returning to Cape Kidnappers once more. The Can-Am Tour is a great way to see the colonies or if you are feeling adventurous, take a picnic and venture out toward the colony either on foot or mountain bike.

Today enjoy a Kiwi Discovery Walk at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers.

Experience a very special activity with Kiwis. Enjoy an exclusive, guided walk on the property, in search of the New Zealand Kiwi Bird. You will help the guides use their radio tracking and monitoring devices to locate these unique, nocturnal birds. This gives you the chance to get up-close and learn more about one of New Zealand’s most endangered and rare birds. *The Kiwis are on the property from October to April. *Please pay direct for kiwi walk.

Today enjoy a Property Tour by Can-Am at The Farm at Cape Kidnappers.

Your guide will take you to the furthermost reaches of the property with views south towards Ocean Beach and Bare Island. With an experienced guide you will be taken through the old creek bed, across expansive farmland and down to historic Rangaika Beach in a Can-Am Motorcycle. This tour is a duration of approximately 3 hours. *Please pay direct for Can-Am Tour.