Hot Air ballooning
Balloons over Waikato is New Zealand's premier hot air balloon festival. Held annually, in Hamilton, this five-day icon event it is arguably the most popular event in the city. It attracts balloonists from all over New Zealand and around the world, who come to experience the fun, friendship and warmth this balloon friendly city provides and to demonstrate their skills in a range of competitive activities

2009 Dates have now been confirmed. Balloons Over Waikato will run from the 25th - 29th March 2009


Indoor Rock Climbing
The largest indoor rock climbing facility in the Waikato and we have heaps of great quality climbs suitable for beginners through to advanced lead climbers. Our regular climbers range from 4-55 years old!

For More Info Go To http://www.sportsclimber.co.nz/


Golf
The Waikato has a diverse range of clubs scattered over a wide geographic area, but all are friendly and welcoming to visitors. It is the friendliness, together with the accessibility and affordability of our clubs which is the outstanding feature of golf in the Waikato. For more informayion go to www.waikatogolf.co.nz


Cycling
ARE YOU A ROAD CYCLIST?? BRING YOUR BIKE NZ LICENCE FOR A 5% DISCOUNT. Why not bring your bike and enjoy a training ride with John on some fantastic country roads. 50, 70, 100ks hills, flat whatever your level, starting and finishing at the Motel.


Hamilton Zoo
Hamilton Zoo is home to over 600 native New Zealand and exotic animals, set in 25ha of tranquil surroundings.

Take time to see the wonders of the living world in a wildlife sanctuary renowned for its generous habitats and sympathetic approach to conservation.

Go To http://www.hamiltonzoo.co.nz/file/fileid/9256 For More Info -

Enjoy the the largest walk-through aviary in Australasia, landscaped with New Zealand native plants and home to endangered native birds.

Hamilton Zoo boasts beautiful garden settings, paved pathways and boardwalks. It is the ideal place for a recreational visit, with guided tours by arrangement.


Hamilton Gardens
Hamilton Gardens covers an area of 58 hectares at the southern end of Hamilton City, New Zealand. It is a public park owned and managed by the Hamilton City Council.

Admission to all areas of Hamilton Gardens is free.

Some minor garden development started in the early 1960's and the Rogers Rose Garden was made in 1971 but most development has occurred since 1982. Today Hamilton Gardens is the most popular visitor attraction in the region with about 600,000 visitors each year, nearly half of them being tourists. There are nearly 2000 events held within Hamilton Gardens each year.

For More Info: http://www.hamiltongardens.co.nz


Daytona Raceway
Daytona Indoor Motor Sport: has been leading the way for 10 years, developing the sport into one of the most exciting and accessible forms of motor racing today.

Casual Racing: Provides you with the flexibility to arrive and drive without the necessity to organize a large group. You may book to secure your spot. No previous driving experience required and a driver's license is not required.

For More Info: http://www.daytona.co.nz/