Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
Waipahihi Botanical Gardens
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Liphook, UK728 contributions
Oct 2024 • Couples
We were a bit confused to begin with as there seemed to be no obvious car park. So we continued to drive around the gardens looking for one; there was the occasional car parked at the side of the road, and the further we drove we realised that there were some positions, albeit limited in space where cars could be parked. So once you know the gardens, you could go straight to your favourite part and find the nearest ‘pull in’ then park and walk. So the gardens can accommodate quite a few cars, albeit the numbers will still be limited. Despite this aspect, the gardens are still worth a visit, especially at this time of year given that the rhododendrons and azaleas are spectacular, and there are even some camilla still in bloom. A gem but the lack of parking may put some people off; but well worth the effort.
Written 30 October 2024
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Pauline C
Murcia, Spain211 contributions
May 2020 • Family
What a find!! I have visited these gardens most days of my 6 week stay up to now in Taupo. I seem to find a different route round the gardens each time I go. Whether you take boundary route or go into gardens on many of the side paths you will see something different everytime.
Cars are allowed in normally but as we have been in lockdown , there have only been pedestrians.
I enjoyed searching for Taupo painted stones which children and artists paint and hide and re-hide throughout the gardens. Taupo stones have own Facebook page. Take a photo, post on Facebook and then re-hide. My grandchildren enjoyed this as did I.
There are easy paths and more difficult routes. There are excellent views at stages of the lake. Toadstools, and all matter of fungi are to be found.
The sound of the tui and many birds can be seen and heard as you walk around.
Do not miss visiting this great place.
Cars are allowed in normally but as we have been in lockdown , there have only been pedestrians.
I enjoyed searching for Taupo painted stones which children and artists paint and hide and re-hide throughout the gardens. Taupo stones have own Facebook page. Take a photo, post on Facebook and then re-hide. My grandchildren enjoyed this as did I.
There are easy paths and more difficult routes. There are excellent views at stages of the lake. Toadstools, and all matter of fungi are to be found.
The sound of the tui and many birds can be seen and heard as you walk around.
Do not miss visiting this great place.
Written 5 May 2020
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Nigel S
Lightwater, UK5,125 contributions
Jan 2020
This is such a tranquil peaceful place and the plant life is fascinating. We saw only a handful of people and enjoyed walking the entire layout. The views across the lake are beautiful and at times you feel like you are in deep bush. The birdlife is amazing and some come right up twittering away. Unfortunately we missed the Azaleas and Rhododendrons, but loved the tree frons and other local trees.
Written 30 January 2020
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Aussie_2012
Melbourne, Australia959 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
Not a huge botanical gardens and not too much variety to see. More like an established park with several lawn areas mainly on sloping ground. Parking is limited so expect they don’t have huge crowds visiting this site. There are sections devoted to large flowering bushes and trees. Pleasant enough to get away from the world and a quiet part of Taupo away from the busy town centre.
Written 10 January 2023
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Youngone51
New Plymouth, New Zealand523 contributions
Sept 2021 • Couples
We had the most enjoyable time walking around the garden, we parked in the first car park and followed the sealed road around and took the paths off to the side. We were there in September and the colours were amazing. In Taupo there was quite a cold breeze blowing but the gardens were sheltered so good spot to go when the wind is up. We will definitely go back.
Written 29 September 2021
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GDH1903
Cambridge, New Zealand73 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Great place to visit, gardens and tracks are well kept, kids ruining the tranquility with joyful shouts and screams everytime they found a painted rock, fairy door or treasure box.
Easy place for a hungover mum or dad to pass them delicate early hours away with the kids. 😅
Great views and lovely sounding wildlife. Lots of friendly fantails buzzing around too.
Make sure you chuck a quick fiver/tenner in the donation boxes too to help with the upkeep of this great little venue.
Easy place for a hungover mum or dad to pass them delicate early hours away with the kids. 😅
Great views and lovely sounding wildlife. Lots of friendly fantails buzzing around too.
Make sure you chuck a quick fiver/tenner in the donation boxes too to help with the upkeep of this great little venue.
Written 24 April 2022
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Wendy W
London, UK73 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Just discovered this little gem which was looking spectacular with all the rhododendrons and azeleas in bloom. It was perfect to take my 94yr old Mum as we could drive through and then we parked and did a 10 min circular walk which was well worth it. There were families around. Great place to take a picnic. No facilities but plenty of benches to sit and admire views of the lake.
Written 10 November 2022
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Rhonda D
7 contributions
Jun 2022
This is a must if you like a walk around bush paths and enjoy the beauty of trees and flowers. Volunteers have been planting up and maintaining this garden since the mid 1960's. It is truly a wonderful place. A must for a free activity. You can even pay some money to buy a tree to support the superb garden area.
Written 27 June 2022
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Taupo#1
Auckland, New Zealand51 contributions
Jan 2020
Beautiful trees and walkways . Kids love it especially going rock hunting . It really is a lovely asset looking out over the Lake . Recommend .
Written 5 March 2020
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Kumquat712
Hamilton, New Zealand51 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
I did not realise these gardens existed. Mainly evergreen trees, but even at this time of year a peaceful retreat amongst the greenery. The gardens will be even more beautiful when the camellias, rhododendrons & azaleas are in flower.
Written 20 May 2015
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No cafe there, just a beautiful park.
Written 8 September 2018
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