Waikato River Tours and Activities

An aerial view of a city with a river, industrial buildings, and residential areas.
A turquoise waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
A river flowing through a forested gorge with a waterfall.
A waterfall surrounded by dense forest.
A river with a waterfall surrounded by dense forest.

Plan a trip to see Waikato River

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Hidden Valley Waiheke

Hidden Valley Waiheke

4 out of 5
Palm Beach
Price was AU$1,727, price is now AU$1,269 per person
AU$1,269
per person
3 Sept - 9 Sept
found 9 hours ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Auckland (AKL)
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Stunning place! would definitely come back.

Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Eagles Nest

Eagles Nest

5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was AU$6,226, price is now AU$3,727 per person
AU$3,727
per person
3 Sept - 9 Sept
found 16 hours ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Auckland (AKL)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (9 reviews)
The little extras, like snacks and beers were wonderful touch, pool was amazing.

Reviewed on 11 May 2026

QT Auckland

QT Auckland

5 out of 5
Auckland Central Business District
Price was AU$1,644, price is now AU$1,321 per person
AU$1,321
per person
3 Sept - 9 Sept
found 9 hours ago
Return flight included
Melbourne (MEL) to Auckland (AKL)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (691 reviews)
Great location, hotel, and rooftop

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Tours & day trips

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Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Small-Group Hobbiton and Waitomo Day Tour with Lunch from Auckland

Activity duration is 12 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 127 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$411 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Half Day Guided Bike Tour to Waikato River Trail

Half Day Guided Bike Tour to Waikato River Trail

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$124 per adult
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Attractions

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Escape Room Experience Area 54

Escape Room Experience Area 54

Activity duration is 1 hour and 15 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$25 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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The best of Hamilton Private walking tour

The best of Hamilton Private walking tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$2,958 per adult*
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Wildlife & nature

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Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Cambridge, Matamata, Waitomo: 1-Hour Ecological River Cruise

Activity duration is 1 hour
10.0 out of 10 with 10 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$122 per adult
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Top Waikato River Hotel & Accommodation Deals

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center

3.5 out of 5
287 Victoria Street Hamilton
Ramada by Wyndham Hamilton City Center
Novotel Tainui Hamilton

Novotel Tainui Hamilton

4.5 out of 5
7 Alma Street Hamilton
Novotel Tainui Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
16 Thackeray Street Hamilton
Ashwood Manor Motor Lodge
VR Hamilton

VR Hamilton

4 out of 5
237 Victoria Street Hamilton
VR Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton

4 out of 5
23 Clarence Street Hamilton
Ventura Inn & Suites Hamilton
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton

3 out of 5
86 Ulster Street Hamilton Waikato
Heartland Ambassador Hotel Hamilton
ibis Hamilton Tainui

ibis Hamilton Tainui

3.5 out of 5
18 Alma Street Hamilton
ibis Hamilton Tainui
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre

4.5 out of 5
36 Liverpool Street Hamilton
Anglesea Motel and Conference Centre
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre

3.5 out of 5
100 Garnett Ave Te Rapa Hamilton
Distinction Hamilton Hotel & Conference Centre
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