Horse Riding
The area is ideally suited for horse riding. We have a team of well trained horses available but some previous riding experience is required. Prior bookings are essential.
Please contact Tom to discuss your exact requirements.
Prices on application.

Horse Riding
Māori first travelled across these lands on foot. The arrival of the horse meant they could travel more quickly and in more comfort than before, but the close physical relationship with, and understanding of, the land was maintained.

Horse treks with Kai Waho offer our guests an authentic experience of this traditional Māori means of travel. Like travellers of old, you'll see, breathe and feel the Tuhwaretoa land.

Most of our rides take place during the warmer seasons. Morning and evening rides coincide with the increased activity of the local wildlife. Rides after sunset or at night heighten all senses. For comfort, safety and the ultimate enjoyment, our rides are limited to up to four confident riders.

We welcome New Zealand visitors who wish to bring their own horses. Tamau Pā facilities are basic, but we cater for the care and comfort of both horse and rider.

Fishing
The picturesque Ripia river runs through the block and offers the keen fly fisherman the chance to catch a beautiful Tamau trout.
Please contact Tom to discuss your exact requirements.
Prices on application.

Hunting
Tamau Sika deer are available to trophy hunt or management (cull) hunt from late March to early May only. These majestic animals are raised under a management programme to ensure we offer only the finest quality specimens.
Please contact Tom to discuss your exact requirements.
Prices on application.

Hunting
Traditionally, Māori were guided in their hunting by natural events indicating a change in season. Māori kaitiaki (caretaker) values ensured respectful food-gathering, and the preservation of bounty for the future. Today, we hunt the wild, free ranging Sika deer respecting the same values. We hunt seasonally, selectively, and we're thankful for what we take from the forest. This means we're mindful of what we leave for the future. Our respect for and care of the natural world and environment governs everything we do at Kai Waho.

Our hunting season starts late March and goes through to mid May. All hunts are co-ordinated to minimise pressure on the land.  The hunt is part of a wider experience - our guests enjoy the wilderness as they move through it, they enjoy, for example, reading the tell tale signs left by a rutting Sika stag. They enjoy the company they are sharing. 

Trophy hunters, meat hunters, junior hunters, overseas travellers, first time hunters -  all will enjoy their Sika hunt with a Kai Waho Māori guide, who in turn is guided by his ancestors.