This time we venture East to the Mahia Peninsula! On Saturday we make our way to Gisborne for great food and new experiences.

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Join us for a memorable weekend in Taupō! This Short Break will include great sights, and a relaxed time near the lake with good friends!

Let’s slow the pace down a little and enjoy each other company over lunch and a slow-paced walk in our beautiful Hawke’s Bay rohe. If our more active programmes aren’t for you, we hope you will join us for a cruisy day out!

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Let's explore Napier while staying warm and dry! We'll put our problem-solving skills to the test at Enigma Escape Rooms, where teamwork, communication and a little bit of detective work will help us crack the clues and escape.We'll then step back in time at the Faraday Museum of Technology, discovering fascinating inventions, gadgets and technology from days gone by. To break up our indoor adventures, we'll head outside for a refreshing walk, get our steps in and enjoy some fresh air along the way. A day full of puzzles, technology, teamwork and adventure!

Get ready for a wild day out at Haumoana Zoo! We'll spend the day getting up close to a variety of amazing animals, learning fun facts and discovering what makes each animal unique. Come along for a fun-filled day of animals, adventure and plenty of wild encounters!

Get ready to get curious! We'll spend the day exploring the fun side of science through hands-on experiments, cool challenges and plenty of opportunities to discover how things work. A day of experiments, discoveries, surprises and a little bit of mess!

Get ready for a day of fun, thrills and plenty of splashing at Splash Planet! We'll spend the day exploring the rides, water attractions and all the excitement the park has to offer. There'll be plenty of time to cool off, have some laughs with friends and make the most of a classic Hawke's Bay summer day out. A day packed with rides, water, adventure and summer fun!

Join us on a delicious journey around the world! In Culinary Cuisines, we'll discover different cultures through their food while having fun in the kitchen. Participants will learn simple cooking skills, explore new flavours, prepare tasty dishes, and work together as a team. From sweet treats to savoury favourites, there will be plenty of opportunities to get creative, try something new, and enjoy the delicious results. Come ready to cook, create, taste, and have fun!

Get creative and connect with nature in our Growing & Gardening programme! Participants will decorate their own plant pots, plant seedlings, and learn how plants grow and thrive. We'll explore the plant life cycle and discover how plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to make their own food through photosynthesis. This hands-on programme is a fun way to get outdoors, learn new skills, and watch something grow from seedling to plant!

Get ready for a day packed with fun at Bay Skate & Ice Cream! Whether you're gliding around the rink, challenging your friends to a few laps, or treating yourself to something delicious afterwards, there's plenty to enjoy.

From colourful sea life to curious rock pools, it's a hands-on adventure where we can explore, learn and have fun while connecting with our amazing marine environment. the fascinating underwater world at the aquarium, then head out to discover the creatures and treasures hiding along the rocky shore.