Mountain Valley
Free the Spirit
Mountain Valley is a hidden gateway to the landscapes and legends of the Mohaka Valley; a magical rural retreat set on the banks of the Mohaka river, overlooked by the legendary Te Waka peak. Just 5 mins off SH5, within easy reach of Taupo and Hawkes Bay, Mountain Valley is an accessible and secluded piece of wilderness New Zealand in which to relax, refresh and recharge.
We offer a wide range of facilities, including our all new caf and bar in Mountain Valley Lodge with its huge deck overlooking the river. Our accommodation ranges from detached, self contained two-bedroomed cottages, through cosy chalets to backpacker lodge rooms. If none of these appeal, we have 20 powered sites and one of the regions most scenic campsites right next to the river.
As a rural retreat, Mountain Valley offers a real opportunity to reconnect with the natural world. We are surrounded by the legendary mountains of the Kawekas. The river is classified as one of only two remaining wild and scenic watercourses on the north island, and is a mecca for our river pursuits, including heritage and white water rafting, wilderness kayak adventures, and some of the best trout fishing in the world. We also take great pride in offering some of the finest wilderness horse treks in the region.
All of our guides are local people who like nothing more than to involve you fully in all of our activites, whilst relating stories of the history and legends of this remarkable region, and introducing you to its flora and fauna.
For those for whom our adventurous pursuits do not appeal, there is of course plenty of space to walk or enjoy a dip in the river.
Activities and prices:
For an up to date list of our activities and prices, including Rafting & Kayaking, Horse Trekking, Fishing Guiding & Raft Fishing, Helicopter Flights, Shuttle Services and Meal prices please click here.
Example Packages:
- Raft & Ride
2 nights chalet accommodation, two course dinner, two full breakfasts, one packed lunch plus a two hour scenic/heritage Mohaka raft or kayak trip and a two hour wilderness horse trek. $350 per person (minimum 2 adults).
- Wilderness & White water
2 nights chalet accommodation, two course dinner, two full breakfasts, one packed lunch plus an all day Grade III white water rafting expedition on the Mohaka. $330 per person (minimum 4 adults).
Upgrade to self contained cottage accommodation for an extra $65 per person