Things to do

There is something for everyone at Lochmara, with spaces to explore, play, and relax.

• View the marine life below the surface in our Underwater Observatory - guided daily tours at set times. 
• Hand-feed the Kakariki parakeets, NZ native eels, pigs, and chickens, and Stingrays (watch a short video clip)
• Explore the waters of Lochmara Bay with free use of our kayaks 
• Free use of the stand-up paddle boards
• Hike to the Queen Charlotte Track - 2 hour return walk
• Explore the bushwalks around our property
• Star-gazing at night. A fantastic place to view the stars
• Play on the beach which is also safe for swimming
• Have a game of quoits or petanque
• Relax in one of more than 40 hammocks at Lochmara
• Soak or treat yourself to a massage in the wonderful Bath House
• Walk through the glow worm grotto (night only)
• Go swimming in the phosphorescence (night only)
• Spot native birdlife
• Relax in front of the fire in our lounge area, with a book from the in-house library
• Visit the art exhibition spaces and learn about New Zealand art
• See how life used to be in the rustic Crumpy’s Camp and replica Whare.