Location: Waikato Region
Top Things to do in Waikato Region
10 Farms in Waikato Region That You Shouldn't Miss
Waikato (/ˈwaɪkɑːtɔː/ or /ˈwaɪkætoʊ/) is a local government region of the upper North Island of New Zealand. It covers the Waikato, Hauraki, Coromandel Peninsula, the northern King Country, much of the Taupo District, and parts of Rotorua District. It is governed by the Waikato Regional Council.
Restaurants in Waikato Region
1. Whatawhata Berry Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Whatawhata Berry Farm is a third generation family owned and operated company located at 1099 Whatawhata Road, Hamilton. With Real Fruit Ice cream and Pick your own berries, Whatawhata Berry Farm provides a great day out for family and friends. Our pick your own berries include; Strawberries, Raspberries, Blackberries, Boysenberries and Blueberries (weather dependant). On our farm you are also able to eat while you pick. Our Real Fruit Ice cream is also available in frozen yoghurt or dairy free options. Adult cone - $5.50 Junior cone - $4.50 Whatawhata Berry Farm has multiple rustic kiwiana displays scattered throughout the farm as well as a large chess board, hay bale playground and the 10 Kiwi Bird Treasure hunt to keep you entertained. PYO: $3.70 entry fee per person. Under 5s are FREE. $10 per kg for strawberries (minimum purchase 1kg). $15 per kg for raspberries, blackberries, boysenberries & blueberries (minimum purchase is 300g). Eat all you can while picking!!
Reviewed By stefanom8 - Penang Island, Malaysia
You get there and can pick as many berries as you like, for a fixed price quota which is clearly explained at the beginning. You pay at the end, can stay as long as you like, and pick AND eat as much as you choose. Delightful place, nice people, and we ate magnificent strawberries, raspberries and boysenberries for three days after.
2. Alphra Lavenders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By NaliniG127
We enjoyed visiting this lavender farm. The owners were really friendly and even gave us a quick tour/info session. There are also a wide range of high quality lavender based products on sale at a very reasonable price. We were pleasantly surprised that there was no entry fee. It was worth the 40 minute drive from Hamilton.
3. Whiti Farm Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 168 reviews
Spend the day meandering through mature park-like surroundings of Whiti Farm Park. Meet, hand-feed, cuddle and interact with friendly farmyard and exotic animals, birds and reptiles in a safe, clean environment. Over 40 species! Farm machinery, a train, a fire engine and old fashioned games are dotted around to inspire, intrigue and educate. Whiti Farm Park has something to entertain and occupy visitors, both young, and not so young. An affordable, fun-filled, day out is guaranteed for ALL the family. Bring a picnic lunch, play, explore and enjoy all they have to offer. (Barbecue available). Conveniently located just 30 minutes north of Tairua and just 10 minutes south of Whitianga on the main highway (State Highway 25). Open 7 days from 10 am to 4 pm. Family and group concessions are available.
Reviewed By rei88 - Auckland, New Zealand
This place is out of ordinary ! Such a cool farm park for the kids. Loved the little track to the secret garden, the tree house is pretty cool and all the swings and trampoline for the kids! Definitely a place to visit with kids.
4. Bullswool Heritage Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Welcome to Bullswool Heritage Farm, New Zealand's most popular Farm Experience! The iconic Bullswool Heritage Farm is an unmissable adventure on any visit to the Coromandel. Set on 100 acres of mature native bush and lush hill country, and only minutes from the famous Karangahake Gorge, Bullswool Heritage Farm has something for everyone. - Working Sheepshed Museum telling the story of NZ's early farming pioneers. - Early Milking Shed display Museum - Working Horses of NZ Stable Museum - Historic Kauri & Gold Museum - The Award-winning Karangahake Native Bird Reserve - Visitors can hand-feed loads of friendly animals in our popular and unique Rarebreed Animal Park Bullswool Heritage Farm is one of New Zealand’s must-see rural attractions, and offers an unforgettable experience of a slice of rural paradise.
Reviewed By ashleighjillings - Whangaparaoa, New Zealand
We had the most amazing day at Bullwool Farm today! What an incredible place. Everything is constructed to the highest quality and immaculately kept, the animals were all happy to see us, we loved the creative ways of feeding some of them (like the xylophone feeder!!). The little buckets of food were fantastic and a great learning experience for the kids. We spent most of the day there and could’ve spent longer. Everywhere you look there’s something else to see/do!! We will be making the trip back to Paeroa again JUST to visit again.
5. Waitomo Big Bird & Miniature Animal Petting Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Waitomo Big Birds (Ostrich & Emu & Giant Moa) and Miniature animals provide an hours petting experience for animal lovers with lots of photo opportunities with animals - miniature horses, donkeys, llama & alpacas, baby-doll & dwarf sheep, goats, miniature highland cows, mini-bulls, and small petting animals - mini-lop rabbits, tortoise, and mini-munchkin cats with kittens in season.
Reviewed By Traveler563763
Ann’s farm stay far exceeded our expectations and is a must see and do if you are planning a trip to Waitomo. My only regret is that we only stayed one night. The farm tour was a blast for both adults and kids. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so many animals coexisting except when visiting a zoo! Ostriches, emus, donkeys, mini horses, guinea pigs, llamas, alpacas, Scottish highland cows, jersey cows, sheep, rams, kittens, a tortoise, goats, bulls, rabbits, and even a pig all integrated into one farm (and we mustn’t forget Betsy the dog, who would be highly offended if we didn’t note how much we loved her). We not only pet several of the animals but also had our 7 year old sit atop a few cows. It was really outrageous and awesome! My personal highlight was getting to collect ostrich eggs in the paddock and then enjoying a homemade ostrich egg omelet for breakfast. Please don’t stay anywhere else in Waitomo. This is the place if you enjoy animals and don’t mind a little dirt here and there!
6. Lilliput Farm Fun And Animal Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By reonb2014 - Taupo, New Zealand
Every time I come here I have to drag my two girls away, they just love it!! Great local farm park for kids, takes about an hour to walk around feeding the animals, then there is a cool playground area with picnic tables everywhere and a few ducks, guinea pigs, and a cheeky cockatoo that sits in the middle like he owns the place :) fun place for sure.
7. Ye Olde Berry Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
The Olde Berry farm is a pick-your-own experience, with a shop facility that has own grown fresh raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, boysenberries. We also have real fruit icecreams, smoothies, drinks, locally sourced honeys, sauces & spreads.We also have locally sourced fruit and vegetables! We run pick-your-owns on selected weekends.
Reviewed By Brycee10 - Auckland Central, New Zealand
The old berry farm on Tauwhere road is great Wonderful place to pic your own berries Also has a great ice cream shop.... great on a hot day in summer
8. Piopio Berry Orchard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By redsgothenburg - Fort William, United Kingdom
To be honest we always stop here on the trip south to New Plymouth. Their berries are put to very good use in excellent ice cream and frozen yoghurts. They can also be purchased in trays to take away. Don’t pass it by on SH3!
9. Lavender Backyard Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 11 reviews
Pick-Your-Own (PYO) spray-free blueberries and lavenders; Enjoy a cup of coffee, real fruit blueberry ice cream or blueberry smoothies among the fields of lavender; Taste delicious blueberry and lavender food. Our season is December and January. Please check our website or google business before you come.
Reviewed By Ruthie0819 - Auckland, New Zealand
The owners were friendly and very accommodating. The backyard is very pleasing to the eyes as well as its smell. We didn't experience the blueberry picking since there's not much berries left for picking. The entrance fee is relatively cheaper than the one in Auckland.
10. Ruakura Berry Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 43 reviews
Reviewed By kiwicowgirl - Hamilton, New Zealand
Great berry farm with it's own icecream shop. They do delicious freshly mixed berry icecreams and sell a variety of products. Nice place for a quick treat on a hot day.
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