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Drive your own Jet Boat
 Situated in the heart of Woodlyn Park is an
opportunity to attempt the drive yourself jetsprint circuit in
New Zealand. Experienced guides show you how to operate a jet
boat capable of over 100 horse power. The circuit is safe and is
surrounded by tyres, which absorb shock or impact. Drive around a
specially designed circuit, under a bridge and around islands at
maximum speed, if you dare. A family boat is available on
request.
Golf Course
Waitomo Golf Course is considered one of the most scenic in New
Zealand. The eighteen hole course offers peaceful green rolling
fairways, lake holes and bunkers for the adventurous golfer.
Clubrooms are located onsite for 'after match' refreshments. The
course is situated a short ten minute drive from Waitomo Caves
and the adjacent towns of Te Kuiti and Otorohanga.
Woodlyn Park
 Woodlyn Park, portraying a 'real Kiwi farming
atmosphere', is situated 700 metres from Waitomo village. The
Kiwi Culture Show, (performed daily) is a unique farm show, which
gives an insight into the past and present day agriculture in New
Zealand. Discover and learn about various tools used in the
farming trade during the late 1800s and early 1900s, enjoy the
aspects of audience participation and meet a variety of talented
farm animals including pigs, cows, sheep, dogs, roosters and the
famous New Zealand Kiwi bear. The show is approximately one hour
in duration and is extremely informative and very hilarious.
Free Attractions
 The Waitomo Walkway is a loop track taking
approximately three hours to complete. The track can be divided
into three shorter walks, each different in character. The last
section of the walk is extremely spectacular and features the
Ruakuri Natural Bridge and magnificent glow worm displays, which
are noticeable by night.
Opapaka walk takes approximately 45 minutes to complete and
features an ancient Pa site (including an onsite interpretation),
beautiful views and informative information concerning the
medicinal uses of surrounding native trees.
The Ruakuri Natural Bridge is renowned as one of New Zealand's
top short walks. Taking 45 minutes to complete the loop, the walk
offers untouched, native bush and unique glowworm displays.
 A scenic drive West takes you to the Mangapohue Natural Limestone
Bridge, the rushing waters of the Marokopa Falls and the Piripiri
Cave. Marokopa Beach offers excellent fishing, black iron-rich
sands and rugged surf.
All walks are controlled by the Department of Conservation, which
also provides on-site interpretation.
The Shearing Shed
Angora rabbits, imported from Germany, are shorn daily at the
only rabbit shearing shed in New Zealand. Commentaries are
available in English, French, Japanese and Spanish. Experience
the opportunity to hold one of these cuddly creatures or simply
take photographs.
The adjoining shop specialises in angora fibre products ranging
from duvets and knitting yarns to soft angora sweaters. A great
selection of New Zealand made shirts, wool sweaters and leather
garments compliment a large variety of goods available for
purchase at the Shearing Shed.
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