Lochmara Day Trips

Come and visit Lochmara all day and explore and experience the following activities :


01st December 2023 to 6th April 2024

Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxiPossible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to LochmaraFree use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets providedSafe swimming beach with children’s play equi...Show More

Come and visit Lochmara all day and explore and experience the following activities :


01st December 2023 to 6th April 2024

Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxiPossible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to LochmaraFree use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets providedSafe swimming beach with children’s play equipmentSee the native Kākariki parakeets, kunekune pigs, and eels being fed Explore Lochmara' s 11 acres of native bush trails, sculptures, conservation project and wildlifeLicensed Cafe/Restaurant providing a range of food, dietary requirements.As a licensed premises, Lochmara is not a picnic venue.View the art gallery within the Café and Lochmara ReceptionQueen Charlotte Track (QCT) panoramic lookout hike being 3.5 hours return.A QCT pass is required at $12.00 per adult from our office, or walk on our own tracksatno extra cost.No QCT Pass required for children under 15 years

Please note: For Families, the 'Family Day Out' package may be abetter option for you.Underwater Observatory

Join our fully guided tours of approx. 40 minutes aboard the stationary Underwater Observatorywhere you will be well informed and entertained by our passionate fully qualified guides.The tour includes a hands-on experience at the seasidetouch tank, guided access to the underwater observatory, and a potentialstingray encounter subject to whether the wild stingray wish to see you or not!Annual Pass holders for Lochmara water taxi are to be valid at the time of travel. Ensure you have these with you.


Bookings are subject to availability and extra fees apply.

Come and visit Lochmara for the day to explore and experience the following activities:

Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxiPossible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to LochmaraFree use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets providedSafe swimming beach with children’s play equipmentSee the native Kākariki parakeets, kunekune pigs, an...Show More

Come and visit Lochmara for the day to explore and experience the following activities:

Return Boat Cruise to Lochmara on the Lochmara water taxiPossible marine mammal and sea bird viewing enroute to LochmaraFree use of the kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, life jackets providedSafe swimming beach with children’s play equipmentSee the native Kākariki parakeets, kunekune pigs, and eels being fed Explore Lochmara' s 11 acres of native bush trails, sculptures, conservation project and wildlifeLicensed Cafe/Restaurant providing a range of food, dietary requirements, and achildren's menu.As a licensed premises, Lochmara is not a picnic venue.View the art gallery within the Café and Lochmara ReceptionQueen Charlotte Track (QCT) panoramic lookout hike being 3.5 hours return.A QCT pass is required at $15.00 per adult from our office, or walk on our own tracks atno extra cost.No QCT Pass required for children under 15 year

Please note: The 'Family Day Out' package may be a

better option for you if more than one child.

Underwater ObservatoryJoin our fully guided tours of approx. 45 minutes aboard the floating Underwater Observatory.Be well informed and entertained by our passionate fully qualified guides.The tour includes a hands-on experience at the seasidetouch tank, guided access to the underwater observatory, and a potentialstingray encounter subject to whether the wild stingray wish to see you or not!

Bookings are subject to availability and extra fees apply.Annual Pass Holders - Please have your valid pass ready to present at check in and your terms and conditions apply