Akatarawa Valley

Upper Hutt

A rustic wooden cabin surrounded by dense forest and a dirt path.
A peacock standing on grass near a wooden bench in a park.
A river winding through a forested valley with a house on a hill.
A peacock with a vibrant blue neck and a full display of iridescent tail feathers.
Two deer on a grassy hillside with dense forest in the background.

Stay near popular Akatarawa Valley attractions

Staglands Wildlife Reserve

9.0/10 (10 reviews)
Explore the great outdoors at Staglands Wildlife Reserve, a lovely green space in Upper Hutt. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Things to do

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour

P5,284
per adult
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Duckie Tour
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour

Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour

P5,284
per adult
Te Awa Kairangi Grade 2 Scenic Rafting Tour
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour

P7,801
per adult
Remutaka Rail Trail Mountain Bike Explorer Cycle Tour
Lunch and wine tastings at Le Gra Vineyard.

Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington

P36,773
per adult
Private Wairarapa Wine Delights Tour from Wellington
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour

P10,603
per adult
Kapiti Island: Classic Guided Day Tour
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau

P2,447
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Small-Group Beekeeping Experience in Tauherenikau
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Where to stay in Akatarawa Valley

Find the best Akatarawa Valley areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Trentham

Trentham is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Trentham Racecourse and Trentham Camp Golf Course.

Upper Hutt Central

If you're spending some time in Upper Hutt Central, Upper Hutt City Library and Upper Hutt City Council are top sights worth seeing.

A black steam locomotive numbered 847 on railway tracks, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Photo by Paul Billaney
Open Photo by Paul Billaney

Silverstream

While Silverstream isn't home to many top sights, Trentham Racecourse and Trentham Camp Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mangaroa

While Mangaroa isn't home to many top sights, Maidstone Park and Brewtown Upper Hutt are some notable places to visit nearby.

Craigs Flat

While there might not be top attractions in Craigs Flat, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Staglands Wildlife Reserve and Harcourt Park.

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